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