The New Jersey Chapter of the National Association of Social Workers is a diverse membership organization representing more than 7,000 members. NASW-NJ promotes, develops, and strengthens the professional practice of social work and social workers.
Through advocacy and public policy, NASW-NJ affects progressive social change and social justice for individuals, families, and communities.
The NASW-NJ Legislative Agenda is developed with the members of our Legislative and Social Action (LASA) Committee.
Please click on the links below for more details in any of these policy areas that are designated as priorities for NASW-NJ.

BEHAVIORAL HEALTH (including Mental Health and Addictions)
CHILD WELFARE
CORRECTIONS
DISABILITY (including Developmental Disabilities)
ECONOMIC AND SOCIAL JUSTICE
ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE
HEALTH
HISTORICALLY OPPRESSED COMMUNITIES
IMMIGRANTS AND REFUGEES
JUVENILE JUSTICE
LGBTQI ISSUES
PEACE
PRIVATE PRACTICE
PROFESSIONAL ISSUES AND LICENSING
PUBLIC EDUCATION
SENIORS
WOMEN