NASW Texas Chapter

Founded in 1955 the National Association of Social Workers (NASW) is the largest organization of professional social workers in the world, with over 155,000 members in 55 chapters. The Texas Chapter, with nearly 6,000 members, is the major professional social work organization in the state. NASW is committed to advancing professional social work practice and the profession; and to promoting human rights, social and economic justice, and unimpeded access to services for everyone. Its members work in a broad range of settings including hospitals and other health care settings, community agencies, government, academia, business, nursing homes, schools, and private practice. The Chapter office is located at 810 W. 11th Street, Austin, Texas 78701-2010. The staff is available to respond to member inquiries regarding social work practice, legislative and social policy issues, continuing education, licensing issues, and other informational requests. Get directions here. The Chapter has numerous branches, committees, and other leadership opportunities that involve members throughout the state and better serve the social work community. These entities work on professional, social policy, and legislative issues, sponsor conferences, and provide a source of networking for members. Vision Statement The members of the Texas Chapter of the National Association of Social Workers envision Texas as a state where the basic human needs of each individual are met, where all people are treated with dignity, where caring communities are supported, where diversity is valued, and where social workers are involved in every facet of planning, policy, and the service delivery system. Mission Statement NASW/Texas is a professional membership association that advocates for social workers, advances the profession of social work, and promotes sound public policy that is designed to ensure that human needs are met.