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This web section shares the latest news, trends, and events relevant to Metro DC Chapter social workers, including press releases, policy and issue statements, professional and licensing updates, training announcements, advocacy action alerts, research updates, and other information.

The Metro DC Chapter is one of 55 chapters of the National Association of Social Workers (NASW), the largest association of professional social workers in the United States. Our nearly 1,000 members serve all populations, including children, adolescents, families, older adults, immigrants, LGBTQ individuals, and others. They also serve clients in every DC ward and work setting, as well as in the DC metropolitan area such as Northern Virginia and nearby Maryland.

If you are a member of the media seeking an interview, comment, or answer to questions, please contact Executive Director Debra Riggs, CAE, at driggs.naswdc@socialworkers.org.


NASW-PACE Endorses 165 Candidates and Kamala Harris/Tim Walz for President, Vice President


The NASW-Political Action for Candidate Election (NASW-PACE) Board of Trustees has endorsed 165 candidates seeking election to Congress, as well as Vice President Kamala Harris and Governor Tim Walz for President and Vice President in the 2024 General Election.

Between May and October 2024, the trustees reviewed candidates’ policy positions, potential for victory, and recommendations from our chapters to endorse these candidates who will support social workers, our clients, and our issues.

Thanks go to the chapters, including the Virginia Chapter, that provided feedback on candidates who completed questionnaires and gave staff recommendations for incumbents who deserved endorsement from NASW-PACE. To view the list of endorsed candidates, visit the PACE page.