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Community Mental Wellness and Resilience Act of 2023 Introduced


H.R. 3073/S. 1452, the bipartisan Community Mental Wellness and Resilience Act of 2023 (CMWRA), is a landmark bill that will fund community-led initiatives that use a public health approach to prevent and heal mental health problems caused by toxic stresses, emergencies, and disasters. A Congressional briefing was held on July 20, 2023, to explain why CMWRA is urgently needed, what it will do, and how it will benefit communities nationwide.

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Urge your members of Congress to support H.R. 3073/S. 1452 to address mental health issues raised by climate change and disasters. This prewritten, customizable email will go automatically to your members of Congress.

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NASW's Advocacy Day on capitol hill

NASW Advocacy Day on Capitol Hill

2024 Advocacy Day on Capitol Hill brought over 200 social workers to Capitol Hill

Read about their advocacy work on behalf of social workers and those they serve


Pioneers at 2023 event

Social Work Pioneers Learn about New Challenges and Community Building

The 2023 NASW Social Work Pioneers program honored members who contributed to the evolution and enrichment of the social work profession.

Learn more about the Pioneer program and the social workers who transformed our profession.


Sarah Butts in front of the Capitol

How NASW Advocates for the Profession

Learn how NASW advocates for social work