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2026 SWAD | April 17, 2026
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Attention social work students & professionals! Join us for NASW-TX Social Work Advocacy Day (SWAD) 2026 on April 17 at UT Austin & the TX State Capitol. CEUs, legislative meetings, Capitol rally & more! Register: www.swadtexas.com #SWADTX26
Protecting academic freedom is essential to ensuring that teachers and students can ask questions think critically and engage in meaningful learning. Policies that restrict how educators teach, can directly affect student growth and equitable learning environments. #AcademicFreedom #EducationEquity
UH professors asked to sign memo to 'not indoctrinate,' sparking alarm
The memo is meant to satisfy a directive from UH Chancellor and President Renu Khator, who wants to ensure professors aren’t violating an “academic commitment” to not force opinions on...
www.houstonchronicle.com
February 17, 2026 at 7:04 PM
Protecting academic freedom is essential to ensuring that teachers and students can ask questions think critically and engage in meaningful learning. Policies that restrict how educators teach, can directly affect student growth and equitable learning environments. #AcademicFreedom #EducationEquity
Everyone deserves fair legal representation. Recent legal action challenging county-funded immigration legal aid affects how families navigate deportation proceedings. Staying informed and advocating for equitable access to justice protects our dignity and rights #AccessToJustice #ImmigrationPolicy
Ken Paxton sues Bexar County for paying for legal assistance for immigrants
The attorney general filed a similar lawsuit against Harris County for its immigrant legal defense fund in November.
www.expressnews.com
February 12, 2026 at 4:17 PM
Everyone deserves fair legal representation. Recent legal action challenging county-funded immigration legal aid affects how families navigate deportation proceedings. Staying informed and advocating for equitable access to justice protects our dignity and rights #AccessToJustice #ImmigrationPolicy
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How to vote in Texas.
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February 10, 2026 at 8:54 PM
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State Senator Judith Zaffirini was recognized as a Legislative Champion for her advocacy advancing inclusion, dignity, and meaningful community participation for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. #DisabilityAdvocacy #Inclusion
Judith Zaffirini named Legislative Champion for disability advocacy
Judith Zaffirini was recognized as a Legislative Champion for her work on disability legislation in the Texas Senate.
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February 10, 2026 at 4:11 PM
State Senator Judith Zaffirini was recognized as a Legislative Champion for her advocacy advancing inclusion, dignity, and meaningful community participation for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. #DisabilityAdvocacy #Inclusion
Education policy plays a key role in shaping community equity. In Texas low performance ratings at schools can trigger state takeovers, which often impacts students from marginalized backgrounds the most. Understanding how education policy works is key to informed advocacy #EducationEquity #Advocacy
The common traits in Texas schools that trigger takeovers
The demographic makeup of the trigger schools raises questions about whether Texas' accountability system fairly considers historic inequities tied to race and poverty.
www.texastribune.org
February 5, 2026 at 4:25 PM
Education policy plays a key role in shaping community equity. In Texas low performance ratings at schools can trigger state takeovers, which often impacts students from marginalized backgrounds the most. Understanding how education policy works is key to informed advocacy #EducationEquity #Advocacy
Can ICE agents enter homes without a judicial warrant? A new ICE memo has Houston immigration advocates alarmed, raising concerns about Fourth Amendment protections, community rights, and the impact on families and neighborhoods. Know your rights and stay informed. #ImmigrationPolicy #CivilRights
ICE memo on home entries sparks outrage from Houston immigration advocates
ICE agents have been instructed to use administrative warrants to enter people's homes by force, if necessary.
www.houstonchronicle.com
February 2, 2026 at 6:12 PM
Can ICE agents enter homes without a judicial warrant? A new ICE memo has Houston immigration advocates alarmed, raising concerns about Fourth Amendment protections, community rights, and the impact on families and neighborhoods. Know your rights and stay informed. #ImmigrationPolicy #CivilRights
Voting rights and election transparency matter.Texas recently shared its voter registration list with the U.S. Department of Justice, a move that could impact how elections are run and how voters feel about the process. #VotingRights #CivicEngagement
www.texastribune.org/2026/01/09/t...
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Texas gives DOJ list of its 18 million registered voters
The Justice Department has asked states for their voter rolls with an eye toward purging ineligible voters. Democrats say sharing the data could violate federal election law.
www.texastribune.org
January 29, 2026 at 6:22 PM
Voting rights and election transparency matter.Texas recently shared its voter registration list with the U.S. Department of Justice, a move that could impact how elections are run and how voters feel about the process. #VotingRights #CivicEngagement
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Attention social work students & professionals! Join us for NASW-TX Social Work Advocacy Day (SWAD) 2026 on April 17 at UT Austin & the TX State Capitol. CEUs, legislative meetings, Capitol rally & more! Register: www.swadtexas.com #SWADTX26
2026 SWAD | April 17, 2026
Join us on April 17th!
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January 20, 2026 at 3:06 PM
Attention social work students & professionals! Join us for NASW-TX Social Work Advocacy Day (SWAD) 2026 on April 17 at UT Austin & the TX State Capitol. CEUs, legislative meetings, Capitol rally & more! Register: www.swadtexas.com #SWADTX26
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Join NASW-TX & partners for a Jan 28 (12–1:30 PM) webinar on major updates to the TX Loan Repayment Program for Mental Health Professionals. SB 646 expands eligibility & repayment—great news for early-career social workers! Register: bit.ly/3YchEUH
January 17, 2026 at 12:13 AM
Join NASW-TX & partners for a Jan 28 (12–1:30 PM) webinar on major updates to the TX Loan Repayment Program for Mental Health Professionals. SB 646 expands eligibility & repayment—great news for early-career social workers! Register: bit.ly/3YchEUH
Social workers, make your voice count. Here’s what you need to know before voting in Texas’ March 3 primary elections and how to be prepared at the polls.
What you need to know before voting in Texas’ March 3 primary elections. www.texastribune.org/2026/01/13/t...
What you need to know before voting in Texas’ March 3 primary elections. www.texastribune.org/2026/01/13/t...
Voter guide: Texas’ March 3 primary elections
Our detailed guide shows what will be on the ballot, mail-in voting information, voter registration requirements, important dates to know and much more.
www.texastribune.org
January 15, 2026 at 3:19 PM
Social workers, make your voice count. Here’s what you need to know before voting in Texas’ March 3 primary elections and how to be prepared at the polls.
What you need to know before voting in Texas’ March 3 primary elections. www.texastribune.org/2026/01/13/t...
What you need to know before voting in Texas’ March 3 primary elections. www.texastribune.org/2026/01/13/t...
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Read "Mass Deportation Policy, Misinformation, and the Tragic Shooting of Renee Nicole Good," by #NASW Senior Policy Advisor Mel Wilson. Wilson writes about how Trump Administration officials are excusing the shooting, but the ICE officer should be held accountable: tinyurl.com/y6ntpffa
January 9, 2026 at 9:10 PM
Read "Mass Deportation Policy, Misinformation, and the Tragic Shooting of Renee Nicole Good," by #NASW Senior Policy Advisor Mel Wilson. Wilson writes about how Trump Administration officials are excusing the shooting, but the ICE officer should be held accountable: tinyurl.com/y6ntpffa
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Beth Israel, the largest synagogue in Mississippi, was set on fire in an apparent hate crime. The NASW Mississippi Chapter issued a message of support in the fight against antisemitism. Full statement and resources: tinyurl.com/be3k69f4
January 14, 2026 at 6:11 PM
Beth Israel, the largest synagogue in Mississippi, was set on fire in an apparent hate crime. The NASW Mississippi Chapter issued a message of support in the fight against antisemitism. Full statement and resources: tinyurl.com/be3k69f4
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Texas will hold its 2026 primary elections on March 3. Early voting begins Feb. 17.
On the ballot are many statewide seats, including governor, lieutenant governor, attorney general, land commissioner, agriculture commissioner, comptroller and more.
On the ballot are many statewide seats, including governor, lieutenant governor, attorney general, land commissioner, agriculture commissioner, comptroller and more.
Texas 2026 election: Your March primary sample ballot
The primary will take place on March 3. See the full list of statewide candidates, as well as who will be on your ballot.
apps.texastribune.org
January 6, 2026 at 3:05 PM
Texas will hold its 2026 primary elections on March 3. Early voting begins Feb. 17.
On the ballot are many statewide seats, including governor, lieutenant governor, attorney general, land commissioner, agriculture commissioner, comptroller and more.
On the ballot are many statewide seats, including governor, lieutenant governor, attorney general, land commissioner, agriculture commissioner, comptroller and more.
Medicaid’s new work rules leave “medically frail” folks in a gray area. Without clear definitions, vulnerable clients risk losing coverage. Social workers need to stay alert and push for protections. #Medicaid #SocialWork
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Medicaid Work Rules Exempt the ‘Medically Frail.’ Deciding Who Qualifies Is Tricky. - KFF Health News
People on Medicaid deemed “medically frail” won’t need to meet new federal requirements that enrollees work 80 hours a month or perform another approved activity. But state officials are grappling wit...
kffhealthnews.org
December 4, 2025 at 2:59 PM
Medicaid’s new work rules leave “medically frail” folks in a gray area. Without clear definitions, vulnerable clients risk losing coverage. Social workers need to stay alert and push for protections. #Medicaid #SocialWork
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With SB8 about to take effect, Texas will restrict public facilities by sex assigned at birth. Social workers know the harm this creates for trans Texans. As this law rolls out, advocacy, education, and safety planning will matter more than ever. #Socialwork
www.texastribune.org/2025/12/01/t...
www.texastribune.org/2025/12/01/t...
What you need to know about Texas’ “bathroom bill”
Senate Bill 8, which takes effect on Thursday, places new restrictions on which restrooms transgender people can use in certain government-owned buildings and schools.
www.texastribune.org
December 1, 2025 at 5:39 PM
With SB8 about to take effect, Texas will restrict public facilities by sex assigned at birth. Social workers know the harm this creates for trans Texans. As this law rolls out, advocacy, education, and safety planning will matter more than ever. #Socialwork
www.texastribune.org/2025/12/01/t...
www.texastribune.org/2025/12/01/t...
NYU is using virtual reality and actor based simulations to train social work students on real, high stakes issues in a safe, low pressure setting. This gives students the opportunity to build real clinical skills, and manage their anxiety before working with clients.
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Silver trains social work students with virtual simulations - Washington Square News
An NYU Silver study found that hybrid models integrating virtual simulations with in-person training may help address a citywide shortage of qualified mental health professionals in New York City. T...
nyunews.com
November 25, 2025 at 2:16 PM
NYU is using virtual reality and actor based simulations to train social work students on real, high stakes issues in a safe, low pressure setting. This gives students the opportunity to build real clinical skills, and manage their anxiety before working with clients.
nyunews.com/news/2025/11...
nyunews.com/news/2025/11...
Austin's encampment sweeps highlights the need for coordinated, trauma-informed responses. Displacement without services undermine stability. Social workers need to push for policies that call for long-term evidence-based solutions; not temporary removals.
www.texastribune.org/2025/10/21/g...
www.texastribune.org/2025/10/21/g...
Greg Abbott orders sweep of Austin homeless camps
Homelessness has been a perennial problem in Texas’ capital city. Local officials are asking voters to raise taxes to ease the problem.
www.texastribune.org
November 14, 2025 at 6:10 PM
Austin's encampment sweeps highlights the need for coordinated, trauma-informed responses. Displacement without services undermine stability. Social workers need to push for policies that call for long-term evidence-based solutions; not temporary removals.
www.texastribune.org/2025/10/21/g...
www.texastribune.org/2025/10/21/g...
Many Texas families have been strained with the loss of SNAP this November. How can social workers help? Social workers can share 2-1-1, connect clients to local food banks and support local aid networks through volunteer work.
www.texastribune.org/2025/10/28/t...
www.texastribune.org/2025/10/28/t...
Texas SNAP benefit pause: How to receive and give help
Food assistance will be canceled in November amid the current federal government shutdown, halting benefits for 10% of Texas’ population.
www.texastribune.org
November 7, 2025 at 5:57 PM
Many Texas families have been strained with the loss of SNAP this November. How can social workers help? Social workers can share 2-1-1, connect clients to local food banks and support local aid networks through volunteer work.
www.texastribune.org/2025/10/28/t...
www.texastribune.org/2025/10/28/t...
Since losing SNAP during the shutdown, food banks in Waco, TX are becoming overwhelmed by the increase in clients needing help feeding their families. With 18-20% of Waco's population living with food insecurity, how can social workers offer their support?
www.texastribune.org/2025/10/31/w...
www.texastribune.org/2025/10/31/w...
Waco food charities brace for SNAP cutoff in Texas
Charities are seeing a wave of clients seeking groceries ahead of the Saturday suspension of federal food benefits. Waco has a high food insecurity rate already.
www.texastribune.org
November 3, 2025 at 5:48 PM
Since losing SNAP during the shutdown, food banks in Waco, TX are becoming overwhelmed by the increase in clients needing help feeding their families. With 18-20% of Waco's population living with food insecurity, how can social workers offer their support?
www.texastribune.org/2025/10/31/w...
www.texastribune.org/2025/10/31/w...
Texas schools are reporting soaring measles vaccine delinquencies, some districts report up to 44% of kids missing records. This isn't just about shots, it's about access and trust. Social workers can help families stay connected to care.
www.texastribune.org/2025/10/13/t...
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More Texas kindergarteners are coming to school without measles vaccination proof or exemptions
In school districts and charter networks with the most vaccine delinquencies, as many as 44% of kindergarteners were not complying with state requirements.
www.texastribune.org
October 15, 2025 at 2:46 PM
Texas schools are reporting soaring measles vaccine delinquencies, some districts report up to 44% of kids missing records. This isn't just about shots, it's about access and trust. Social workers can help families stay connected to care.
www.texastribune.org/2025/10/13/t...
www.texastribune.org/2025/10/13/t...
Social workers are on the frontlines of the climate crisis by helping communities prepare, recover and push for justice. Dive into how the social work field can lead meaningful change in environmental justice
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Social Workers Respond to New Climate Change Agenda | Social Work Blog
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October 8, 2025 at 1:27 PM
Social workers are on the frontlines of the climate crisis by helping communities prepare, recover and push for justice. Dive into how the social work field can lead meaningful change in environmental justice
www.socialworkblog.org/advocacy/202...
www.socialworkblog.org/advocacy/202...
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The U.S. Supreme Court heard oral arguments today in Chiles v. Salazar. #NASW joined 13 organizations in support of Patty Salazar, arguing that conversion therapy is harmful, ineffective, and violates ethical standards. Learn more: tinyurl.com/4h5znr96
October 7, 2025 at 10:41 PM
The U.S. Supreme Court heard oral arguments today in Chiles v. Salazar. #NASW joined 13 organizations in support of Patty Salazar, arguing that conversion therapy is harmful, ineffective, and violates ethical standards. Learn more: tinyurl.com/4h5znr96
As Texas expands school vouchers, social workers need to continue to prioritize, equity and access to resources for their students. Learn why social workers must stay engaged in education policy debates
www.texastribune.org/2025/10/06/t...
www.texastribune.org/2025/10/06/t...
Texas selects company that will help develop its school voucher program
Finance and technology company Odyssey will help design the application process, manage payments and review complaints for the state’s education savings accounts.
www.texastribune.org
October 7, 2025 at 3:08 PM
As Texas expands school vouchers, social workers need to continue to prioritize, equity and access to resources for their students. Learn why social workers must stay engaged in education policy debates
www.texastribune.org/2025/10/06/t...
www.texastribune.org/2025/10/06/t...
No one should face ICE alone. Social workers can support immigrant families by protecting their rights, safety and the dignity of the families. Learn how you can support immigrant families in the NASW Social Work Blog
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What to Do if ICE Comes Knocking | Social Work Blog
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October 6, 2025 at 3:52 PM
No one should face ICE alone. Social workers can support immigrant families by protecting their rights, safety and the dignity of the families. Learn how you can support immigrant families in the NASW Social Work Blog
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Social work is asking more of social workers in the forms of ethics, advocacy, and self-care. It can be hard, but it's also what makes the work mean so much. Read how social workers can balance all of these things in
Social Work Expects More From Us
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Social Work Expects More From Us
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Social Work Expects More From Us
Social work is a discipline that expects more of both professionals who practice it and students who study it. If it didn’t expect more, well, we wouldn’t need social workers.
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October 3, 2025 at 3:59 PM
Social work is asking more of social workers in the forms of ethics, advocacy, and self-care. It can be hard, but it's also what makes the work mean so much. Read how social workers can balance all of these things in
Social Work Expects More From Us
www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/psyc...
Social Work Expects More From Us
www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/psyc...