Best NASW Podcasts (2024)

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EP 117: Why Social Workers Make Great Leaders 26:50

16d ago26:50

26:50

Dr. Michael Kaufman, MSW, PhD., author of the new book, Doing Good & Doing Well: Inspiring Helping Professionals to Become Leaders in Their Organizations, has managed countless crises that have needed quick, level-headed thinking and tough decisions delivered with empathy and heart. Board chair of Premier Education Partners he has seen other helpin…

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Aging Matters: Feat. Ms. D Shedrick, LCSW & Dr. T. Anglim, LCSW-R 1:13:46

9d ago1:13:46

1:13:46

Aging Matters" According to “The Urban Institute”:https://www.urban.org/. The number ofAmericans ages 65 and older will more than double over the next 40 years, reaching 80 million in 2040. The number of adults ages 85 and older, the groupmost often needing help with basic personal care, will nearly quadruple between 2000 and 2040. According to the…

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Aging Matters Trailer W Dr. T Anglim, LCSW & Ms. D Shedrick, LCSW 2:40

15d ago2:40

2:40

Kelsunn Communications is sharing this trailer that invites you to tune in to an upcoming informative podcast episode on the topic of "Aging" here in America. Here's why this topic is vitally important.*****************************************************************************According to the “National Council on Aging’s report from October 2023:…

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*** Awarded 3rd Place_Ms. D. Cinquemani – Author: “A Familiar Stranger” 37:39

24d ago37:39

37:39

For Immediate Release: On Thursday, June 13, 2024 this podcast episode was awarded "3rd Place" in the 2024 Press Club of Long Island annual media awards. We invite you to listen to this re-launch of Ms. Cinquemani's powerful and emotional story. Make sure to share, comment, download and subscribe. Thank you!!! **************************************…

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Black Men's Mental Health Conference Vox Pop 24:12

1M ago24:12

24:12

Kelsunn Communications went on location to the 3rd Annual "BreaKING the Ice" Black Men's Mental Health Conference at Adelphi University on Saturday, April 27, 2024. Here is an Audio Montage of some of the comments shared by some of the attendees, presenters,and producers. This Kelsunn-on-the-Air Social Work Podcast is a special "Vox Populi" Product…

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EP 116: Psychedelic Assisted Therapy 51:32

1M ago51:32

51:32

Mary Cosimano, LMSW, has been with the Department of Psychiatry at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine in the Center for Psychedelic and Consciousness Research since 2000 when they began research with psilocybin. She is currently a Psychedelic Session Facilitator and has served as Director of Clinical Services and as a research coordinator.…

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Black Men's Mental Health Conference - Trailer 2:26

1M ago2:26

2:26

Take a listen to this trailer providing a preview of the "Vox Pop" (Latin for "Voice of The People") that will be premiered next week. We will be sharing comments from some attendees of the 3rd Annual Black Men's Mental Health and Wellness Conference!!!

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138: Embracing Therapeutic Complexity: Interview with Patricia Gianotti, Psy.D. 41:17

1M ago41:17

41:17

Episode 138: In today's episode of the Social Work Podcast, I speak with Dr. Patricia Gianotti, author of the book, Embracing Therapeutic Complexity, and Academic Director of The Institute for Advanced Psychotherapy at Loyola University Chicago. Patricia and I speak about the neurobiology of shame, why depth work is important, and how to think abou…

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137: The Role of AI in Child Welfare and Community Organizing: Interview with ChatGPT-4o 31:02

2M ago31:02

31:02

Episode 137: In today's Social Work Podcast, I speak with ChatGPT-4o about the role of AI in child welfare and community organizing and how we can use Bronfenbrenner's ecosystems framework and an antiracist perspective. That's right. I'm interviewing OpenAI's LLM, ChatGPT-4o. This is the first time I've interviewed a chatbot. I'd love to hear your …

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EP 115: Social Workers in Public Healthcare - Is it the career path for you? 32:33

2M ago32:33

32:33

Jasmin Saville, RN, MPH, MSSW, is whole health and equity director for Amerigroup, a health insurance and managed health care provider that covers older adults, low income families, state and federally sponsored beneficiaries and federal employees in 26 states. Saville talks about how she combined social work and nursing, why public health care cou…

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Dr. Kari Tabag, LCSW R: AANHPI Heritage Month & Social Work 38:46

2M ago38:46

38:46

Dr. Tabag discusses the importance of AANHPIHeritage Month, A little about the history of the celebration as well as, looking at the celebration and the cultures from a Social Work viewpoint! Kari Tabag, PhD, is a Clinical Social Worker currentlyholding the credentials of LCSW-R. Dr. Tabag has worked in public and higher education settings for the …

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Professional Social Workers in Public Libraries 33:57

2M ago33:57

33:57

Kelsunn Communications Presents This Special Podcast Relaunch!! On July 20, 2020 this Podcast was awarded 2nd Place in the Press Club of Long Island, Society of ProfessionalJournalist Annual Media Awards!!! Listen as Award-Winning Journalist @⁠EmilyNonko⁠discusses her findings on how Public Libraries are turning to Professional Social Workers to as…

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136: Living with Young-Onset Parkinson's Disease: Interview with Allan Cole, PhD 46:05

2M ago46:05

46:05

Episode 136: In today's Social Work Podcast, we speak with Allan Cole about his experiences with Young-Onset Parkinson's Disease. Parkinson's Disease affects nearly 1 million people in the United States and more than 6 million people worldwide. It is a a progressive neurological disorder that primarily affects movement. I spoke with Allan Cole, a p…

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EP 114: Marijuana reform policies and their impact Black and Brown communities 55:45

3M ago55:45

55:45

As of April 20, 2024, recreational use of marijuana has been legalized in 24 states, three U.S. territories, and Washington, D.C. But how have marijuana reforms affected Black and Brown populations that were heavily impacted by marijuana criminal prosecutions before legalization? NASW Senior Policy Adviser Mel Wilson sits down with Maritza Perez Me…

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Dr. Anthony Estreet, NASW CEO Talking Social Work 49:26

3M ago49:26

49:26

We invite you to watch or hear this in-depth interview with the new CEO of the National Association of Social Workers (NASW), Dr. Anthony Estreet. He holds his LCSW Credentials as well as an MBA. Dr. Estreet is a Bowie State University graduate, where he earned a bachelor’s in science in psychology. He then moved on to Virginia Commonwealth Univers…

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EP 113: Student Initiated Confrontations' Impact on Social Work 25:43

3M ago25:43

25:43

Social Work Instructor Dr. Thalia Anderen, MSW, RCSW, LCSW, and Social Work Talks Podcast Host Lorrie Appleton, LCSW, dive into the concerning trend of student-initiated confrontations (SIC) in universities. With over 20 years of experience as a therapist, Anderen's research sheds light on the impact of these behaviors on both educators and the fie…

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Dr. Anthony Estreet, LCSW - NASW CEO_Trailer 3:20

3M ago3:20

3:20

Kelsunn Communications Invites you to listen to this trailer announcing our exclusive interview with Dr. Anthony Estreet, LCSW-C. Dr. Anthony Estreet is the new CEOof the National Association of Social Workers (NASW) as of January 2023. He is a highly esteemed leader in the field of social work and is known as a visionary leader. The “Kelsunn-on-th…

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EP 112: Social Work is Everywhere Campaign 43:49

4M ago43:49

43:49

During Social Work Month 2024, the University of Kentucky College of Social Work is celebrating with the campaign "Social Work is Everywhere." The college is seeking to raise awareness that social workers help millions of people each day and work in a variety of settings, including many people may not be aware of such as sports and financial planni…

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Dr. Amy Meyers, LCSW-R Explains "Clinical Social Work" 56:12

4M ago56:12

56:12

Dr. Amy Meyers received her PhD and Masters in Social Work from Hunter College School of Social Work and trained for 10 years in psychoanalytic psychotherapy at the National Psychological Association for Psychoanalysis. She currently holds the credentials of LCSW-R. She has enjoyed 30 years working with diverse populations and considers it an honor…

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Dr. Amy Meyers - Clinical Social Worker_Trailer 1:52

4M ago1:52

1:52

Make sure to log-on, tune-in, and listen-up to this Social Work Month Special featuring Dr. Amy Meyers, LCSW. on Thursday, March 14, 2024 at 5AM. You won't want to miss this!! Dr. Meyers will be delving into the nuances of what "Clinical Social Work" is all about!! Dr. Meyers, is a professor of social work at Molloy University in Rockville Center, …

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SPJ President Ashanti Blaize Hopkins "The 1st"!! 44:41

5M ago44:41

44:41

Kelsunn Communications is honored to bring you this exclusivepodcast interview with Emmy award winning journalist, producer, educator, and “History-Maker”- Professor Ashanti Blaize Hopkins!!! Prof. Blaize-Hopkins holds the distinction of being the 1st Black Woman ever to be elected President of the Society of Professional Journalists (SPJ). She is …

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Professor Blaize-Hopkins - "Being The 1st"_Trailer 2:08

5M ago2:08

2:08

Kelsunn Communications invites you to listen in for info about when you can tune-in to hear the amazing story of Prof. Ashanti Blaize-Hopkins in it's entirety. She is a "History-Maker" - Being the 1st-Ever, Black Women to be elected President of the prestigious Society of Professional Journalist (SPJ).…

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EP 111: Ending our nation's gun violence epidemic - a Brady campaign update 28:40

5M ago28:40

28:40

Gun violence remains a serious public health issue in the United States. About 46,000 Americans died due to gun violence in 2023, with half using guns to die by suicide. The National Association of Social Workers (NASW) is a partner with Brady, a campaign to end our nation's gun violence epidemic. In this episode of NASW's Social Work Talks podcast…

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Black History - Meet The "Father of Affirmative Action" 59:35

5M ago59:35

59:35

Kelsunn Communications, Inc. Is proud to present this Historical,Exclusive Black History Month Special Interview with “TheFather of Affirmative Action”. The interview was first conducted and aired in 1993!!! We invite you to listen, download, share, and comment on this historic and educational public affairs offering!!! ****************************…

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EP 110: Health Behavior Assessment and Intervention Services Payment Update 8:04

5M ago8:04

8:04

Mirean Coleman, LICSW, director of clinical practice at the National Association of Social Workers, talks about a new regulation that will allow clinical social workers to bill for Health Behavior Assessment and Intervention (HBAI) Services. Learn why this development is so important for social workers.…

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E-Journalism Social Work Advocate 2023 Reflections 11:06

7M ago11:06

11:06

Kelsunn Communications presents some 2023 Year-End reflections from Silas, Your "E-Journalism Social Work Advocate"

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"The Cold Within" by James Patrick Kinney 4:29

7M ago4:29

4:29

Kelsunn Communications invites you to listenand watch an Oral Interpretation of the poem ‘The Cold Within’ by James Patrick Kinney, which contains several important themes. The most important theme of the poem is selfishness. Here, the poet depicts the different manifestations of selfishnessin people. He also talks about the origin of this “human s…

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Dr. Jonathan B. Singer, LCSW - Youth Suicide Prevention Specialist 39:18

8M ago39:18

39:18

Jonathan B. Singer, Ph.D., LCSW is Professor at LoyolaUniversity Chicago's School of Social Work, Past-President of the American Association of Suicidology and coauthor of two editions of the best-selling text, Suicide in Schools: A Practitioner's Guide to Multi-level Prevention, Assessment, Intervention, and Postvention. He is a two-time winner of…

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EP 109: Partnering with White Ribbon VA to end sexual harassment, sexual assault and domestic violence 35:59

8M ago35:59

35:59

White Ribbon VA is a national call to action to eliminate sexual harassment, sexual assault, and domestic violence across the Department of Veterans Affairs by promoting a positive change in culture so that the actions outlined in the pledge become the organizational norm. NASW and other mental health organizations have partnered with White Ribbon.…

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LI News Radio 103.9 FM_Radio Jobline Host Scott Passeser W/Silas kelly 45:38

8M ago45:38

45:38

Many thanks to Mr. Scott Passeser, Producer & Host of “Radio Jobline”. The Show airs every Saturday from 2 to 3 PM on LI News 103.9, FM. Scott continually offers his platform to theSocial Work profession!!! He is keenly aware of the vital role Social Workers play in society and never hesitates to help spread the word!!! I also appreciate him having…

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EP 108: EcoSocial Work 43:46

8M ago43:46

43:46

Rachel Forbes, MSW, Associate Professor of the Practice of Social Work and Western Colorado MSW Program Director at the University of Denver Graduate School of Social Work, and Kelly Smith, DSW, founder and the director of the Institute of Social Work and Ecological Justice, and a social work instructor at Columbia University and the Adelphi Univer…

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GOTV!!! - Get Out The Vote: 2023!!! 6:43

9M ago6:43

6:43

Kelsunn Communications reminds everyone to make sure you vote on November 7, 2023!!! This P.S.A. contains reminders from 3 Voting Rights Legions who have passed on. They highlight the importance of voting! Remember, V.ictory O.ften T.akes E.veryone!!

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Sunshine Center's 1st Annual Fall Festival 21:21

9M ago21:21

21:21

Dr. Carol Carter and her Staff, and community volunteers at the Sunshine Center in Port Jefferson Station, NY Held their 1st Annual "Fall Family Festival" on Saturday, October 14, 2023. Kelsunn Communications was on location for the occasion with the "Kelsunn-on-the-Air" Social Work Podcast to produce the following "Vox Populi" (Latin for "Voice of…

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Social Work + E-Journalism = 1st Place for "Solutions Journalism" 35:02

10M ago35:02

35:02

Here at Kelsunn Communications (www.kelsunn.org), we are extremely proud to upload this celebratory re-launch of this podcast interview. We are acknowledging that Nationally-Known Educator and Child & Family Welfare Expert, Dr. Katharine Briar-Lawson, MSW, Dean Emeritus & Professor at the University at Albany School of Social Welfare received her 1…

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Relaunch - Trailer_Dr. Briar-Lawson Interview_1st Place 2:07

10M ago2:07

2:07

Kelsunn Communications (www.kelsunn.org) is honored to present this Trailer which introduces the re-launch of this award-winning podcast interview featuring Dr. Katharine Briar-Lawson, MSW: Professor and Dean Emeritus at the Albany State University School of Social Welfare in NY (https://www.albany.edu/ssw/programs/bs-social-welfare). This relaunch…

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EP107: Hip Hop Therapy in the South Bronx 32:43

10M ago32:43

32:43

JC Hall, MSW, LCSW, is a hip hop therapist and school social worker in the South Bronx, New York. He works at a high school there, where he is the Hip Hop Therapy Studio Program Director. JC says that hip hop saved his life. He talks about his mentor, the late Dr. Edgar H. Tyson, and how he turned his love of hip hop and working with youth into a c…

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EP106: EMDR Therapy Training for Social Workers 50:42

10M ago50:42

50:42

EMDR (eye movement desensitization and reprocessing) is a form of psychotherapy designed to alleviate the distress associated with traumatic memories. What do social workers need to know about EMDR? Deany Laliotis, LICSW, is an internationally recognized trainer, consultant, and psychotherapist who teaches EMDR therapy using a relational approach t…

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EP105: Hawai'i Fires Update 15:46

11M ago15:46

15:46

In Maui, more than 115 people have died after wildfires struck in early August. Some 1,000 people remain missing, and the death toll is expected to rise as recovery and identification efforts continue. The fires are especially heartbreaking for Hawaiians; more than 2,000 acres have burned in Lahaina, the historic town and the onetime capital of the…

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Ms. D. Cinquemani_Author - "A Familiar Stranger"_Trailer 1:50

12M ago1:50

1:50

Ms. Dolores Cinquemani is the author of the widely acclaimed book “A Familiar Stranger”. She describes this as “a book dedicated to those searching for the truth surrounding their birth. Ms. Cinquemani holds a Bachelor of Arts Degree from Stony Brook University, and a Master’s of Science from Adelphi University.…

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Sarah Delannoy, MSW - UN Youth Representative 28:23

12M ago28:23

28:23

The “Kelsunn-on-the-Air” (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC55g-wYQ_XYPorZQurh-dEw) Social Work Podcast invites you to listen and watch this intriguing interview with recent Adelphi University “School of Social Work” graduate, Ms. Sarah Delannoy, MSW. Ms. Delannoy is currently serving as a “United Nations (https://www.un.org/en/) Youth Representati…

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Ms. Sarah Delannoy, MSW & U.N. Youth Ambassador - Trailer 1:42

12M ago1:42

1:42

Here's the trailer highlighting the podcast introducing Ms. Sarah Delannoy, MSW. She is a Social Worker who is making an impact both locally and Internationally!!! She has been dubbed a "Citizen of the World"!! Sarah Delannoy is a Site Manager of a national early education organization called “Jumpstart”. She hosts the Jumpstart program at Pace Uni…

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Social Work Pioneer 4:12

1y ago4:12

4:12

I am humbled and honored to let you know that I have been selected as one of 25 Social Work Pioneers for starting the first podcast by and for social workers. The NASW Social Work Pioneers program celebrates some of the most influential social workers in the nation. There is no way I would have been considered for this prestigious honor had it not …

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Re-Launch of "Raise The Wage" For Social Workers, Honoring the late Dr. Mildred "Mit" C. Joyner, LCSW 41:51

1y ago41:51

41:51

This Podcast Interview with the Late Dr. Mildred C. Joyner, LCSW affectionately known as "Mit" was originally released on December 23, 2021. At the time Dr. Joyner was President of the National Association of Social Workers (NASW). She finished her 3-Year Term on June 30, 2023, literally 9 Days before her untimely passing. Kelsunn Communications, f…

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EP104: Social Work in an Online World 47:46

1y ago47:46

47:46

We speak with David A. Wilkerson, PhD, MSW, and Liam O’Sullivan, MA, NQSW, co-editors of "Social Work in an Online World: A Guide to Digital Practice" (NASW Press, 2023). With the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, in-person social work service delivery was dramatically interrupted. The field continues to experience a shift toward modern technology-me…

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EP103: Supporting People Grieving After Losing a Loved One to Suicide 52:43

1y ago52:43

52:43

Christine Gilchrist, LCSW, is a specialist in suicide in prevention and in helping those who are survivors of suicide. She speaks about how she and other social workers help people who are grieving after losing a loved one to suicide. Visit the show notes for related resources.By NASW

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Ms. Amanda Fludd, LCSW-R with her "31 in 31" Podcast Series 13:57

1y ago13:57

13:57

We invite you to view and listen to this Special Episode Interview Conducted by Ms. Amanda Fludd, LCSW-R. Ms Fludd is an entrepreneurial Social Workerthat celebrated Social Work Month 2023 by producing a marathon series, interviewing “31 Social Workers, In 31 Days”. I was honored to be one of the “31”featured in the series. Look, Listen & Enjoy!!!…

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EP102: Children's Mental Health in Decline 24:06

1y ago24:06

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American children's mental health is worsening. Young people and their families are dealing with the emotional impact of inflation, social injustice, mass violence, and grief related to the COVID-19 pandemic. In this episode, we talk about the problematic decline in children’s mental health in the United States, and what social workers can do to he…

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EP101: Preventing Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders 23:40

1y ago23:40

23:40

We speak with Mary Marden Velasquez, PhD, and Anna Mangum, MSW, MPH, about National Partnerships to Address Prenatal Alcohol and other Substance Use and Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders, the Centers for Disease Control grant that began October 2023 in partnership with the University of Texas at Austin. Our host for this discussion is NASW member Lo…

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Real Talk - A Discussion About Social Work Salaries 1:07:48

1y ago1:07:48

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Kelsunn Communications, Inc (www.kelsunn.org) invites you to this indepth and informative interview about the inequities in Social Work Salaries. Here is a little of what our three distinguished guests will be sharing: Olivia Knox, MSW: NASW-NYS Chapter Policy Coordinator (naswnys.org) She is one of the co-authors of a detailed research project on …

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2023 NSABSW Honors Black History Month & Black Social Work Pioneers 1:12:55

1y ago1:12:55

1:12:55

The Nassau - Suffolk Association of Black Social Workers (NSABSW) invites you to this re-broadcast of our February 28, 2023 Black History Month "FB Live" Celebration. This special edition also segued into Social Work Month 2023 - highlighting some of the Black Pioneers of Social Work. This presentation will educate audiences to the origination of t…

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