Association of Black Social Workers-Greater Los Angeles

This Social Work month we celebrate the legacy leadership and love that Black social workers bring to our communities.!Through advocacy, healing and unwavering commitment members of the Association of Black Social Workers. Continue to uplift voices strengthen families and build pathways towards justice and care. Not just this month, but every month happy Social Work month 🖤🫶🏾

Sip, paint, vibe, repeat 🎨✨ ABSW GLA is hosting a Sip N’ Paint Fundraiser — come out, support, and have a good time with us!

From the classroom to the community, HBCUs continue to shape the future of Social Work by preparing passionate leaders who serve with purpose. 🎓✨

Awareness is action — we’re here to educate and provide support.

“Story as healing. Liberation as practice.” 🤌🏾
Join us for an immersive dialogue with Dr. Valorie Thomas, exploring story, spirituality, and decolonial healing through the wisdom of horses. 🕊️

💻 Hosted by the ABSW-GLA Student Leadership Team
Rooted in Liberation. Guided by Story.

Join & ABSW GLA at our upcoming event — an HBCU Black College Summit. Please share with others & register now if you’re interested❤️💚🖤

✨ For DVAM 2025, the Domestic Violence Awareness Project introduces the theme: With Survivors, Always. This theme calls us to reflect on what it means to be in true partnership with survivors — walking alongside them toward safety, support, and solidarity. It is both a love letter to survivors and a call to action for all who are committed to advocating for their needs and rights. 💜

🎙️ We’re honored to welcome Dr. Ira Arthell Neighbors, DSW, LCSW as a presenter at the CABSW Symposium on October 10!
Dr. Neighbors is a trailblazer in forensic social work, developmental disabilities, and higher education. A former Dean of Graduate Studies, past President of the National Organization of Forensic Social Work, and recipient of its Lifetime Achievement Award, he brings decades of knowledge and leadership to the field.