The National Association of Social Workers, Arizona Chapter is the largest professional association of social workers in the state.
11/04/2025
We are thrilled to celebrate our Executive Director, Brandie Reiner at the Greater Phoenix Chamber ATHENA Awards. She is an example of leadership to our entire community! From her service to her community to her dedication to mentorship, she’s moving the Valley forward!
11/03/2025
is joining cities, unions, and civil society organizations to sue the Trump-Vance Administration for weaponizing Public Service Loan Forgiveness to silence critics and stifle dissent. Read our press release: https://tinyurl.com/3vhp7p5x
10/31/2025
BREAKING: Judges Rule Trump Admin Must Fund SNAP. Federal judges ruled Trump is required to tap into an emergency fund to partially fund SNAP, which will run out of money on Nov. 1. The government has been shut down for 31 days. Read this CNN update: https://tinyurl.com/2xrdxmsk
Two federal judges require Trump administration to use emergency funds to partially cover food stamp benefits | CNN Politics Two federal judges said Friday that the Trump administration must tap into billions of dollars in emergency funds to at least partially cover food stamp benefits for tens of millions of Americans in November.
10/29/2025
I’m deploying $1.5 million in funds to food banks across the state to fill gaps for SNAP households seeking food. I’m also sending an additional $300,000 in funds to Food Bucks Now, a new emergency fresh food program.
Join us! Donate or volunteer to help families in need: azgovernor.gov
10/28/2025
🚨 ACTION ALERT: The Federal Government Shutdown is putting the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) at risk. Without immediate action from Congress and the President, millions of families could lose access to food benefits in November.
🗣️ Social workers, advocates, and allies — your voice matters!
Sign and share NASW’s petition urging federal leaders to fund the government and protect SNAP benefits:
👉 https://tinyurl.com/25s62zfv
10/27/2025
FYI
Due to instruction from the United States Department of Agriculture, the Arizona Department of Economic Security will be unable to provide Nutrition Assistance (NA or SNAP) benefits in November until further notice from the USDA.
DES will continue to accept and process applications for SNAP. Additional information will be provided as the situation changes. For more information and to stay up to date on SNAP, please visit des.az.gov/na.
10/25/2025
FYI👇
Due to instruction from the United States Department of Agriculture, the Arizona Department of Economic Security will be unable to provide Nutrition Assistance (NA or SNAP) benefits in November until further notice from the USDA.
DES will continue to accept and process applications for SNAP. Additional information will be provided as the situation changes. For more information and to stay up to date on SNAP, please visit des.az.gov/na.
Petition: The Federal Government Shutdown is putting the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) in jeopardy. Federal funding for SNAP will not get to states for November benefits if the President and Congress do not act to fund the government. Read and sign our petition here: https://www.votervoice.net/NASW/Petitions/6237/Respond
Sign Petition to Protect SNAP The National Association of Social Workers urges social workers across America to sign on to our shared letters to President Trump, Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins and Congressional Leaders asking them to protect the Supplemental Nutrition...
10/22/2025
🚨 Policy Update: The federal has entered week 4 — now the 2nd longest in history. Vital programs are at risk. Check your state agency for updates.
🔗 More: https://www.socialworkers.org/Advocacy/Policy-Updates/ID/3281/The-2025-Federal-Government-Shutdown-and-What-it-Means-for-Social-Safety-Net-Program-Recipients
The 2025 Federal Government Shutdown and What it Means for Social Safety Net Program Recipients The 2025 government shutdown is entering the fourth week, setting course to become one of the longest shutdowns in American history. Congress remains at an impasse. The House has been out of session for more than a month since passing their partisan version of the budget.
10/13/2025
Today is Indigenous Peoples’ Day — honoring the strength, history, and ongoing contributions of Indigenous communities. stand in solidarity with Indigenous peoples, recognizing their resilience, sovereignty, and the need for continued healing and justice. Let’s uplift Indigenous voices, protect sacred lands, and learn from traditions that sustain community and balance.
10/12/2025
October 11 is . Social workers celebrate LGBTQ+ individuals’ courage, support safe spaces, and advocate for acceptance and equality. 🌈
10/11/2025
Social workers join NASW to advance in their careers, to connect with colleagues, and to protect their practice—all while advocating for the profession and important social issues. NASW members enjoy benefits and networking provided by both the NASW national office and their local chapter, for one annual fee.
NASW members represent the very best of social work in academia, practice, research, and policy. Members agree to abide by the profession’s Code of Ethics and to enhance their skills through ongoing professional education.
Social work is complex work, and resources for clients can be limited. When social workers unite by joining NASW, the social work profession has a larger voice and more influence with elected leaders, policy makers, and employers to make critical changes that support the profession and society.