NASW Arkansas serves to magnify the voice of Arkansas’s Social Workers, upholding our profession’s ethical standards of social and political action. Join today to strengthen our advocacy voice.
Advocacy on Your Behalf
- With your support, NASW Arkansas advocates for social workers at the state licensing board to balance the public’s interest with our professional needs as social workers.
- NASW Arkansas advocates on your behalf by voicing the concerns of social workers like you during state discussions of compensation, reasonable caseloads, and more.
- NASW Arkansas helps inform policy on social justice and client-based issues.
Your Voice During Elections
- With your help, we’ll continue to be influencers at the Statehouse and on election day, working to meet the needs of Arkansas social workers in human services, mental health, and equitable financing of state services.
- Find out more about how NASW Arkansas is influencing Arkansas's political system through our Political Action for Candidate Election (PACE) Committee.
Join our Advocacy Work
- During Arkansas Regular Legislative Sessions (odd years), NASW Arkansas hosts an Advocacy Day to connect social workers to their state legislators.
- Check out our daily 2025 Arkansas Legislative Updates.
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With executive orders rapidly
reshaping our country and affecting many aspects of social work, staying
informed and empowered is more important than ever. That's why we've created an
Advocacy Guide - a resource designed to help social workers like you to
advocate effectively in these rapidly changing times.
- This guide isn’t just about policy;
it’s about protecting the people we serve, safeguarding our professional
values, and amplifying our collective voice. Whether you're in direct practice,
administration, or policy work, this guide contains resources to help navigate
the complexities and stand strong for social justice.
- Download the Advocacy Guide now and join us in turning challenges into opportunities
for change.
Strength in Numbers
Join NASW Arkansas to Amplify Our Advocacy Power
Arkansas has over 4,200 licensed social workers who dedicate their careers to improving lives, advocating for vulnerable communities, and shaping a more just and equitable society. Yet, only 8% of our profession in the state are members of NASW Arkansas—the organization that fights for our rights, our profession, and the people we serve.
That means the voices advocating for social workers at the State Capitol, in policy discussions, and in professional spaces represent just a fraction of the true power we hold. Imagine the impact we could have if every social worker in Arkansas stood together as a united force for change.
Why Join NASW Arkansas?
- Advocacy that Matters – We fight for social workers and the clients we serve, from protecting social work licensure to securing fair pay, benefits, and working conditions. Without strong membership, our advocacy loses power.
- Professional Growth & Support – Get exclusive access to continuing education, networking opportunities, and career resources tailored to your needs as a social worker.
- A Community That Cares – Social work can be isolating, but you don’t have to do it alone. NASW Arkansas connects you with peers, mentors, and a statewide network of professionals who share your passion.
Right now, decision-makers are crafting policies that directly impact our profession and our clients. Without a stronger NASW Arkansas membership, our ability to influence those decisions is weakened. We can change that—but only if you step up and join us.
Don't let only 8% carry the weight of advocacy for 100%. Your membership is your voice. Your voice is your power.
Join NASW Arkansas today and be the force that strengthens our profession, protects our values, and amplifies the impact of social work in our state.
Become a member now at https://www.socialworkers.org/nasw/join and take your seat at the table where decisions are made.
Legislative Priorities