coronavirus

COVID-19

(Coronavirus:)

Like many of you, the NASW-Nevada Chapter (NASW-NV) has been closely following news and updates regarding the COVID-19 virus (coronavirus), particularly as it impacts events in the state. We are extremely grateful for the work you do on behalf of our profession and the clients you serve. The Board of Directors and staff at the NASW-NV chapter wishes you strength and good health during this time.

The National office of NASW has put together a webpage for social workers with resources here: https://www.socialworkers.org/Practice/Infectious-Diseases/Coronavirus

State of Nevada resources: http://dpbh.nv.gov/Programs/OPHIE/dta/Hot_Topics/Coronavirus/

We also encourage you to participate in the online public forum of MYNASW at https://www.socialworkers.org/MY-NASW

NEWS:

Job opening: NASW-NV:Coordinator Legislative Affairs and Member Services

National Board of Directors Nominations are now open. NASW is pleased to issue the Call for Nominations for the NASW Board of Directors and the National Committee on Nominations & Leadership Identification (NCNLI). Nominations must be submitted by close of business Friday, November 20, 2020. All applicants must be in good standing (no pending sanctions and current NASW membership). To submit an application, go to the Governance page at: https://www.socialworkers.org/About/Governance/National-Elections/Vacancies.aspx

NASW-NV announces new Task Force focusing on Racial Equity. If you are a member of NASW-NV and would like to be considered for this Task Force please complete the following form: https://naswil.wufoo.com/forms/naswnevada-committee-volunteer/

Black Lives Matter: The Role of Social Work in Dismantling Structural Racism in the USA: https://www.socialworkers.org/News/Social-Work-Talks-Podcast/EP57-Black-Lives-Matter-The-Role-of-Social-Work-in-Dismantling-Structural-Racism-in-the-USA

NASW Seeks to Dismantle Racist Policing: https://www.socialworkers.org/News/News-Releases/ID/2205/NASW-Seeks-to-Dismantle-Racist-Policing

New NASW Practice Alert: COVID-19 Advance Care Planning in Health Care Practice: https://www.socialworkers.org/LinkClick.aspx?fileticket=nE5MuNSwnZE%3d&portalid=0

COVID-19: Legal Considerations for Social Workers Resuming In-Person Services: https://www.naswil.org/post/covid-19-legal-considerations-for-social-workers-resuming-in-person-service

Holiday Virtual Networking Event : December 10, 6:00PM Nonmember Fee: 15.00, Member of NASW-NV : Free. Register here: http://events.constantcontact.com/register/event?llr=6k5o8dkab&oeidk=a07ehcdicb7bde3e776

Save the date! Social Work Advocacy Day will be on Feb. 17th, 2020.

Chapter Meetings/Events:

Social Work Holiday Networking Event - Dec. 10th, 2020
Chapter Board Meeting - Dec 12th, 2020
LSW/LCSW Review Course - December 12 & 13, 2020: Part One will take place December 12th from 9am-1pm; Part Two will take place December 13th from 9am-1pm.
Social Work Advocacy Day - Feb. 17th, 2020

All current members of NASW-NV are eligible to become members of active taskforces/committees. To inquire further please complete this form: https://naswil.wufoo.com/forms/naswnevada-committee-volunteer/

Where we stand on racism.

Video: https://youtu.be/jBB_oPfzylo

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COVID-19 (Coronavirus:)