Governor Cooper Proclaims March 2022 as National Social Work Month

(Raleigh, NC) - The National Association of Social Workers North Carolina chapter is pleased to announce that North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper has proclaimed March 2022 as National Social Work Month.

"Governor Cooper's recognition of Social Work Month this year and that The Time is Right for Social Work highlights the importance of the social work profession as the largest group of mental health care providers in the United States. The time has always been right for social work as social workers have always had an incredibly positive impact on the individuals, families and communities in North Carolina, but now more than ever, social workers are seen as critical to the functioning of our communities during the pandemic,” says Valerie Arendt, Executive Director of NASW North Carolina. "We thank Governor Cooper for his recognition of our essential profession as we work to promote and enhance the power of social work in North Carolina.”

Please find Social Work Month information and activities in North Carolina here.

Questions about Social Work Month in North Carolina can be directed to Seth Maid, NASW-NC Director of Membership and Communication, smaid.naswnc@socialworkers.org.

The National Association of Social Workers North Carolina Chapter (NASW-NC) is a membership organization that promotes, develops, and protects the practice of social work and social workers. NASW-NC also seeks to enhance the effective functioning and well-being of individuals, families and communities through its work and advocacy.

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