Nominations for the NASW Connecticut Awards are now open!
ALL NOMINATIONS MUST BE RECEIVED by February 24, 2025
The Connecticut Chapter of NASW annually honors individuals who have made valuable contributions to the social work profession. Anyone who wishes to honor a Social Worker is eligible to make a nomination. NASW-CT’s 2025 Annual Awards Committee reviews all the nominations, and the selected honorees are recognized at the Annual Awards Event. The awards give the NASW-CT Chapter an opportunity to show appreciation to the members of the profession who exemplify the commitment, spirit, advocacy, and integrity of a social worker.
Save the Date
April 7, 2025
Farmington Gardens
999 Farmington Ave.
Farmington, CT 06032
Join us for this year's awards ceremony reception from 4-6 pm!
CRITERIA FOR AWARDS
The LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT award is given to a person having a career-long history of exemplary performance representing the mission of social work and notable participation in NASW. She/he/they should be a role model to other social workers.
The SOCIAL WORKER OF THE YEAR should have made a recent outstanding contribution to the profession. She/he/ they should demonstrate exceptional qualities that make them exceed the expectations of their job.
The SOCIAL WORK EDUCATOR OF THE YEAR should have made a recent outstanding contribution to the profession. She/he/they should demonstrate exceptional qualities that make them exceed the expectations of their job.
The STUDENT OF THE YEAR, either a MSW or a BSW student, should have an above average academic record in addition to having made noteworthy contributions to the professional community beyond the expectations of the field experience. To include students who graduated in 2024.
The ELECTED OFFICIAL OF THE YEAR is awarded to an elected official who has significantly supported and advanced the legislative agenda of NASW-CT. The awardee is selected by the Chapter’s legislative committee.
All nominees must:
- Be a member of NASW-CT in good standing (with the exception of the Elected Official of the Year); demonstrate notable ability to take a leading role in contributing to the growth and development of the social work profession; and stimulate the contributions of others. NASW-CT Board Members are not eligible for consideration.
- Contribute to the positive image of the social work profession.
- Effectively integrate experience and education to promote the development of social work practice to meet human needs.
- Represent the professional ethics of social workers as defined in the NASW Code of Ethics.
- Demonstrate a willingness to take risks for improved social services.