NASW-NC seeks engaging and passionate North Carolina NASW members to serve on the Board of Directors! Volunteering as an ambassador of the association and profession is a great opportunity to network and grow as a social worker, as well as to make a difference in social work in our state. NASW-NC is fiscally stable and organizationally sound as a result of incredible leadership and staff, and it is our aim to remain THE association supporting social workers!

The NASW-NC Board of Directors is comprised of 20 Board members who are appointed from the Chapter membership. All Board members serve 2 year terms with the exception of BSW and MSW student representatives, and president-elect who hold one year terms. Board terms follow the Chapter fiscal year which begins July 1 and ends June 30th each year. The Board of Directors holds 6 meetings during the year on Saturdays, including an annual Board retreat. All Board meetings, with the exception of executive sessions, are open to the membership. Board members discuss association policy and programming and set chapter policies concerning social work practice issues.

Click here to access the list of Board Members

Why Join the Board

NASW-NC and the social work profession need your involvement! By applying for the Board you will:

• Help advance and strengthen the Social Work profession
• Network with social workers across North Carolina
• Grow as social work professional
• Connect with NASW-NC staff
• Build your resume

All interested applicants are highly encouraged to attend an NASW-NC board meeting before and/or after applying to the board. Find upcoming board meeting dates here.

How to Join the Board

Applications for the 2026-2027 NASW-NC Board of Directors
are open until January 25, 2026.