NASW Delaware Chapter

03/23/2026

The Georgia Chapter joins in mourning the tragic loss of VA social worker Nicholas "Nic" Crews, who lost his life in the line of duty while serving his community. Our hearts are with his family, colleagues, and all those impacted by this devastating event.

Scan the code to read our full statement or click the link below: https://tinyurl.com/44cxpbmm

03/09/2026

📣 Please join us in welcoming Jenni Williams (she/her/hers) to the NASW Delaware Chapter!

Jenni joins our team as Director of Professional Development & Communications, where she will support our members through continuing education initiatives, partnerships, and chapter communications.
Ask Jenni about:
• CEU partnerships with NASW-DE
• Developing continuing education events
• Current CEU offerings
• Annual conferences
• Conference volunteer opportunities
• Communication efforts such as website updates, mailing, and submitting articles

We’re excited to have Jenni helping expand professional development opportunities and strengthen communication with our community of social workers across Delaware.

📧 Connect with Jenni: [email protected]

Welcome to the team, Jenni! 🎉

02/06/2026

Welcome to the NASW Delaware MyNASW community! We’re so happy to have you on board.

MyNASW is a dynamic community made up of people just like you who are passionate about the social work profession. It’s the perfect place to network, collaborate, share insights, and get answers to your most pressing questions. As a member of the NASW Delaware Chapter, you also get to be a part of the NASW Delaware MyNASW community made up of peers and supporters of the Delaware region.

Here's a quick way to get the most out of your NASW Delaware Chapter community experience:

1. Login to the NASW Delaware community using your NASW username and password.
2. Check out the MyNASW FAQs to learn how to maximize your experience.
3. Explore discussions with peers and start conversations of your own.

Thank you for your membership and I look forward to seeing you online!

Log on today: https://mynasw.socialworkers.org/communities/community-home?CommunityKey=c4b48b47-fb6c-4aad-b195-019c25990aa3

01/27/2026

Mental health services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities are evolving—and so is our responsibility as providers. This interactive workshop examines the ethical, clinical, and cultural considerations involved in supporting autonomy, inclusion, and self-determination for people with IDD/DD.

🗓 Date: Friday, March 27, 2026
⏰ Time: 10:00–1:15 PM
🎓 3 CEUs available
🎤 Presenter: Joseph F. Anastasio, MS, LCSW

Register: https://naswinstitute.inreachce.com/Details/Information/726b69c5-45b1-4e60-a946-45546e2037c8

01/15/2026

Ethical non-monogamy is part of today’s relational landscape. Join on May 13, 2026 from 11:30am-12:30pm for this 1-hour Lunch & Learn to build foundational knowledge of ENM, explore personal biases, and earn 1 CEU while enhancing your work with clients navigating diverse relationship structures.

Register now: https://naswinstitute.inreachce.com/Mobile/Details/aa73a811-80ab-4d3f-86b3-f93eb5f0bf37

12/03/2025

Technology and the internet have ushered in new ways of engaging, serving, and meeting with clients. Join us for a 3 CE workshop to learn how to deliver ethical, effective telehealth and electronic clinical services.

After this training, attendees will:

✅ Understand sections of the new NASW Code of Ethics that relate to telehealth and other forms of electronic communication with clients and providers.

✅ Be able to employ strategies useful for mitigating risks related to providing electronic services.

✅ Understand general legal considerations related to telehealth services within the local jurisdiction.

Don’t miss this opportunity to level up your practice and stay compliant — whether you’re already offering telehealth or planning to!

🔗 Registration: https://bit.ly/4pkgse2

12/03/2025

The Department of Education is proposing new rules that could limit how much students can borrow—based on whether a degree is labeled “professional” or “graduate.”
Right now, social work isn’t included in the professional category, meaning future MSWs could face lower borrowing limits and fewer pathways into the field.
are essential. Our degrees should be recognized.
🖊️ Sign the petition. Raise your voice. Protect the profession.
👉 https://www.votervoice.net/NASW/Petitions/6290/Respond

12/02/2025

We are excited to introduce Karessa Proctor as the new Executive Director of NASW Delaware! Karessa brings a dynamic combination of social work leadership, organizational expertise, and a deep passion for member engagement.

With strong roots in advocacy and a commitment to elevating social work in Delaware, Karessa is eager to build Delaware-focused conferences and workshops and a strong, connected member community.

Please join us in welcoming Karessa to the NASW Delaware community! We look forward to the energy, vision, and creativity she brings to our chapter.

11/21/2025

As social workers, we know our education is demanding, our work is essential, and our responsibilities carry real impact. The Department of Education’s decision to exclude social work from updated professional loan limits does not reflect the reality of our profession.

We stand with NASW, CSWE, and partners who are pushing for the continued recognition of social work as the professional degree it is. When the public comment period opens, we will need a strong collective response. Your voice and expertise will matter.

Social work is professional work- and we need the Department of Education to treat it that way. Recent federal changes to loan limits for professional and graduate programs leave social work out, despite the fact that MSW and DSW programs meet rigorous professional standards and prepare practitioners for licensed, regulated, life-impacting work. This exclusion harms social workers and threatens access to our profession. NASW is working with CSWE and coalition partners to push the DOE to recognize social work as a professional degree. We’ve updated our student loan relief resources with the latest information and will be issuing an action alert as soon as the public comment period opens. When that happens, we will need social workers, students, educators, and allies everywhere to submit comments. Your voice will matter, your expertise will matter, your solidarity will matter.

Learn more:
socialworkers.org/Advocacy/Policy-Issues/Student-Loan-Debt-Relief-for-Social-Workers

11/19/2025

Are you looking for CE credits or professional development opportunities? November and December are filled with amazing NASW Delaware trainings, designed to help you pick up new skills and strengthen your social work foundation.

From training on how to leverage telehealth appointments for maximum client benefit, to a clinical supervision certificate program, there is something for everyone. All of these upcoming events are open to NASW members, NASW student members, and non-members. We hope to see you there!

🔗 Register for these and other upcoming events here: https://linktr.ee/naswdelaware

11/17/2025

11/06/2025

Join us for a powerful virtual workshop that explores the concept of nurturing individuals’ intrinsic spiritual value!

Featuring Dr. Michael C. Richards, D.Min., M.Div., MSW, LGSW, this event will explore how clinicians, agencies, and institutions can help clients accrue spiritual capital through spiritual practices, organized religion, or counseling.

Attendees will learn how to integrate this emerging concept into their work, explore its relevance for marginalized populations, and develop trauma-informed, LGBTQ+ affirming practices to support clients' spiritual well-being.

🔹 Members: $25
🔹 Non-Members: $35
🔹 Students: Free

🔗 Register today to reserve your spot: https://bit.ly/SpiritualCapitalCE