NASW Mission and Strategic Plan

About the Massachusetts Chapter of the National Association of Social Workers

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 across its 55 chapters. The Massachusetts Chapter of NASW is one of the largest chapters in the country with more than 6,300 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.

Mission:

National Association of Social Workers – Massachusetts Chapter is a membership association that advances professional social work practice throughout the Commonwealth and advocates for equity and justice for all people.

Vision:

Building the capacity of social workers to create a Commonwealth that is equitable and just.

Values:

Service – Social workers' primary goal is to help people in need and to address social problems.
Social Justice – Social workers challenge social injustice, including racial, environmental, and economic injustices.
Dignity and Worth of Person – Social workers respect the inherent dignity and worth of the person.
Importance of Human Relationships – Social workers recognize the central importance of human relationships.
Integrity – Social workers behave in a trustworthy manner.
Competence and Humility – Social workers practice within their areas of competence and with humility to develop and enhance their professional expertise.