Solitary confinement is just one of many issues the social work
profession is tackling as part of criminal justice system reform. From
changing the use of cash bail to working in prisons, preparing those in
prison and their families for release, and changing research so findings
can be implemented faster, social workers are addressing many
challenges to improve the system.
Social workers, who advocate on behalf of others, may neglect brand-building as a key part of their professional development, not only for themselves, but for the social work field in general.
NASW President Kathryn Conley Wehrmann, PhD, LCSW, writes: "This past summer provided many opportunities to elevate social work, both in the United States and internationally. Your national board participated in the Association Leadership Meeting held in June in Washington, D.C."
NASW CEO Angelo McClain, PhD, LICSW, writes: "The effects of suicide go beyond the person who takes his or her life. Suicide causes pain, suffering and loss to individuals, families and communities."