One of the organizations I chose to investigate is The National
Association for Social Workers; it is $60 to join. It is an excellent
organization for students. It offers benefits like discounts on licensing
tests and prep test courses.
The Social work student membership is open to anyone currently
enrolled in a CSWE-accredited social work degree program or a
program eligible for candidacy. Eligibility for the BSW and/or MSW
student membership category is limited to four years for each degree
over the lifetime of membership (does not need to be continuous).
Doctoral student membership is for those enrolled in social work or
social welfare programs. NASW student members may apply for
discounted professional liability insurance for student field
placement.
https://www.naswtx.org/
Social workers join the (NASW) to get advancements in future career
choices, connect with colleagues, and protect their businesses. They
also advocate for the profession and discuss prominent issues
nationally through networking. NASW members abide by the
professional Code of Ethics and represent their field best.
• Social work is complex, and resources for clients can be limited.
When social workers unite by joining NASW, the social work
profession has a more prominent voice and more influence with
elected leaders, policymakers, and employers to make critical
changes that support the field of human services and society.
https://www.naswtx.org/
Those joining NASW while a student, the organization will help you
build a solid social work career. Students can also gain real-world
experience and knowledge that is way more valuable than what a
textbook can teach. This organization would be one that I would join
because of the networking part and its commitment to Diversity,
Equity, and Inclusion.
NASW Anti-Racism Statement
"The mission of social work is to enhance human well-being and help
meet the basic needs of all people, with particular attention to those
who are vulnerable, oppressed, and living in poverty. To honor this
mission and realize our core professional values, we must understand
and commit to doing our part in abolishing racist and oppressive
systems."
The NASW Board approved NASW's Anti-racism statement of
Directors at its January 2022 meeting.
Read NASW's Anti-Racism Statement
The second organization I chose was The National Organization for
Human Services.
It costs
$35.00 per year
for students to join.
The organization works to transform individuals and their
communities. They provide professional development opportunities,
promote certifications, and advocate for social change. One cause is
helping the reconnection children at the Mexico border be
reconnected. The National Organization for Human Services (NOHS)
represents Human Service practitioners, educators, students, and
future Human Service Professionals. NOHS works to support all
Human Service Professionals in our primary purpose to assist
individuals and communities in functioning as effectively as possible
in all major domains of living.
https://www.nationalhumanservices.org/about-nohs
Purpose:
To promote connection among Human Service Professionals,
students, and educators in:
• Providing a medium for collaboration, communication, and
connections among individuals associated with the human
services field.
• Facilitating excellence in the delivery of human services.
• Supporting ethical conduct in the human service field.
• Fostering excellence in teaching, research, and curriculum
planning.
• Providing resources and opportunities for Human Service
Professionals in their professional development.
• Promoting social justice through advocacy and policy
evaluation.
https://www.nationalhumanservices.org/
If you are a student, there are fantastic benefits to help you launch
your career.
• Opportunity to be featured in the Student Spotlight on LinkedIn
and social media
• Access to Scholarships
• Career Development
o Job Board
o Free résumé evaluation
o Access to the Getting Hired in Human Services video
series
• Volunteering opportunities- shape the future of NOHS and
human services!
• Ability to present your papers and posters at NOHS conferences
I would also join this organization because of the benefits listed
above.
References:
https://www.nationalhumanservices.org/about-nohs
https://www.nationalhumanservices.org/
https://www.naswtx.org/
