NASW Ohio Chapter

NASW Ohio Chapter NASW Ohio Chapter works to advance the social work profession in Ohio through advocacy and profession

Black Girl Magic. Black Boy Brilliance. Join the Columbus Association of Black Social Workers and NASW Ohio for the annu...
11/25/2025

Black Girl Magic. Black Boy Brilliance. Join the Columbus Association of Black Social Workers and NASW Ohio for the annual Toy Drive on December 10 from 6–8 PM at Flavor 91 Bistro.

We’re collecting culturally relevant toys, books, hair and skin care items, and especially gifts for youth ages 13–18. Drop items off anytime at Flavor 91 or bring them the night of the event and enjoy appetizers with us. You can also buy items from the wish list: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/65OEJVE1YF20?ref_=wl_share

Help us spread joy and support Black children and teens in our community this holiday season.

Join us in celebrating the Region 5 Award Winners virtually on Wednesday, December 10th, 7:00-8:00 PM EST! Register for ...
11/24/2025

Join us in celebrating the Region 5 Award Winners virtually on Wednesday, December 10th, 7:00-8:00 PM EST! Register for the zoom link at https://www.naswoh.org/events/EventDetails.aspx?id=1997730&group=

Region 5 Award Winners:
Student of the Year - Aaron Thomas
Emerging Leader - Joanne Orozco
Outstanding Service to NASW - Renda Ross
Social Worker of the Year - Krystal Martin
Lifetime Achievement - Dr. Jacquelyn C.A. Meshelemiah
Agency of the Year - Think Make Live Youth

Social work is emotional labor, and you deserve a space to breathe. Our monthly Grief and Collective Care Group meets th...
11/24/2025

Social work is emotional labor, and you deserve a space to breathe. Our monthly Grief and Collective Care Group meets this Wednesday at noon. Join us virtually for grounding, connection, and mutual support. RSVP at naswoh.org/calendar

Happy Birthday to Region 5 Co-Director Zaymetrius Jones! We’re grateful for Zaymetrius’ leadership, dedication, and the ...
11/23/2025

Happy Birthday to Region 5 Co-Director Zaymetrius Jones! We’re grateful for Zaymetrius’ leadership, dedication, and the care they bring to the Columbus social work community. As a licensed social worker and behavioral health therapist specializing in trauma recovery, PTSD treatment, and LGBTQIA+ affirmative care, Zaymetrius represents the best of our profession. Thank you for all you do for NASW Ohio and for the clients and communities you serve.

This week, NASW Ohio Intern Sincerity Gilliam presented to students at Ohio Dominican University. This presentation aims...
11/23/2025

This week, NASW Ohio Intern Sincerity Gilliam presented to students at Ohio Dominican University. This presentation aims to inform students about the benefits that NASW has to offer and the importance of community involvement. It is essential to stay connected, network, and together build a stronger community! If you would like NASW to come to your classroom, share resources, and connect with your students, you can request today: naswoh.org/speakerrequest

As a benefit of NASW Ohio membership, enjoy our full 2026 webinar series—free, live, and designed to support your practi...
11/22/2025

As a benefit of NASW Ohio membership, enjoy our full 2026 webinar series—free, live, and designed to support your practice. Each session is held from 10–11am, offers 1 free CEU, and is recorded so you can watch anytime. Explore the year’s lineup and make the most of your membership. naswoh.org/calendar

Social work is professional work- and we need the Department of Education to treat it that way. Recent federal changes t...
11/21/2025

Social work is professional work- and we need the Department of Education to treat it that way. Recent federal changes to loan limits for professional and graduate programs leave social work out, despite the fact that MSW and DSW programs meet rigorous professional standards and prepare practitioners for licensed, regulated, life-impacting work. This exclusion harms social workers and threatens access to our profession. NASW is working with CSWE and coalition partners to push the DOE to recognize social work as a professional degree. We’ve updated our student loan relief resources with the latest information and will be issuing an action alert as soon as the public comment period opens. When that happens, we will need social workers, students, educators, and allies everywhere to submit comments. Your voice will matter, your expertise will matter, your solidarity will matter.

Learn more:
socialworkers.org/Advocacy/Policy-Issues/Student-Loan-Debt-Relief-for-Social-Workers

Pack the Chambers for Tanisha’s Law- Join social workers, students, and community members at the Cleveland City Council ...
11/21/2025

Pack the Chambers for Tanisha’s Law- Join social workers, students, and community members at the Cleveland City Council meeting to show strong support for Tanisha’s Law, which would create a non-police mental health crisis response housed in a new Department of Community Crisis Response.

Monday, December 1, 7:00 PM
Cleveland City Hall – Council Chambers

Let’s fill every seat and demonstrate that Cleveland is ready for a compassionate, community-based approach to crisis response.

More details and RSVP, naswoh.org/region3

We are excited to launch our Student Scholarship Membership Program. Thanks to individuals at our recent conference, we ...
11/21/2025

We are excited to launch our Student Scholarship Membership Program. Thanks to individuals at our recent conference, we raised up to $2,020 to support students starting their social work journey.

Every donation sponsors a student’s membership for a full year, giving them access to resources, mentorship, and community. You can fund a single membership for $60, support multiple students, or give any amount. Every dollar makes a difference!

Student membership applications for the upcoming cycle will open in January 2026. Your generosity allows us to thoughtfully invest in students and the future of social work. Learn more and donate at: www.naswoh.org/studentscholarship

2025 CONFERENCE | DAY 2 We were reminded by Amy Jo Hutchison that “we ARE the hope!”, laughed and cried together, learne...
11/19/2025

2025 CONFERENCE | DAY 2

We were reminded by Amy Jo Hutchison that “we ARE the hope!”, laughed and cried together, learned new skills, and left feeling full.

Happy Birthday to our NASW Ohio BSW Student Representative, Janae Christopher! Janae is an undergraduate student at the ...
11/18/2025

Happy Birthday to our NASW Ohio BSW Student Representative, Janae Christopher! Janae is an undergraduate student at the University of Cincinnati with associate degrees in social work and political science from Sinclair Community College. Rooted at the intersection of social and environmental justice, Janae is a passionate advocate for equity, housing, and community empowerment. From her leadership in Dayton’s Neighborhood Leadership Institute to her ongoing efforts supporting unhoused Daytonians, she exemplifies the power of social work in action. Join us in celebrating Janae today!

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