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School Social Work is one of the most dynamic practice specialties within the field of social work. Your day is filled with many unique challenges that require specialized skills, knowledge, flexibility, persistence and creativity. SSWAA can help!

SSWAA is the only national organization solely dedicated

to advancing the profession of School Social Work.

• SSWAA members receive liability insurance as a member benefit.
• SSWAA members receive a 20% discount on Oxford University Press publications including the SSWAA worshop series.
• SSWAA members receive a 33% discount on the Illinois School Social Work Journal, published by Lyceum Press.
• SSWAA members receive twice monthly e-newsletters containing updates, educational trends and references on practice issues facing school social workers. You will get more information than you can imagine from all across the United States and beyond.
• SSWAA members have access to an interactive Website and member’s only section, which provides a wide range of additional professional resources including e-forums, position statements, Ethical Guideline Series and numerous links to other professional organizations. Check out the opportunity to post a question of your colleagues and get the benefit of their experiences and expertise.
• SSWAA members enjoy reduced rates to attend our National Conferences and Leadership Summits. Our next national conference will be held in Boston MA, March 28 - March 31, 2012. The Summer Legislative/Leadership symposium will be held in Washington DC, July 17 - July 20, 2011.  Information is posted on our website for these conferences.
• SSWAA membership supports Myrna Mandlawitz and Libby Nealis in their efforts as our Government Relations staff members.  They effectively lobby in Washington DC on behalf of the School Social Work profession and the children and families we serve.  Look at our web site to see the list of organizations SSWAA partners with.
• As you review our web site, you will be thrilled at the educational value, number and variety of practice resources and professional links available to help you do your best possible job as a School Social Worker. You have invested considerable time and energy enhancing your professional skills as well as advocating on behalf of children, families and schools. Please protect that investment and commitment by joining SSWAA today.

Sincerely,

Frederick Streeck MSW  ACSW
Executive Director
School Social Work Association of America

 

>> Latest News

• School Social Worker of the Year, nominations are solicited
• November Newsletter, International Network for School Social Work
• October Newsletter, International Network for School Social Work
• August Newsletter, International Network for School Social Work
• Summer International Newsletter for School Social Work
• Research proving school based staff are more effective regarding social and emotional learning.

>> Upcoming Events

• Wednesday, February 22, 2012 - Friday, February 24, 2012
  Texas School Social Work Conference
• Friday, February 24, 2012
  Arizona School Social Work Conference
• Sunday, March 04, 2012 - Saturday, March 10, 2012
  National School Social Work Week March 4 - 10, 2012
• Wednesday, March 28, 2012 - Saturday, March 31, 2012
  SSWAA Annual Conference 2012 - Park Plaza Hotel and Towers, Boston, MA
• Tuesday, April 10, 2012 - Friday, April 13, 2012
  5th International School Social Work Conference