Founded in 1955, the National Association of Social Workers (NASW) is the largest membership organization of professional social workers in the world, with more than 120,000 members. NASW works to enhance the professional growth and development of its members, to create and maintain professional standards, and to advance sound social policies.

We advocate for the profession using your dues wisely, effectively, and deliberately to support social work, maintain professional standards, and improve the lives of the people we serve