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Questions about licensure? 

The North Dakota Board of Social Work Examiners is responsible for licensing social workers in the state of North Dakota. Visit their website for more information. 

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Stay updated on all things Interstate Licensure Compact and removal of the ASWB Exam for Social Work Licensure on our Advocacy Page.


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NASW-ND opposes the use of the ASWB social work licensure exam at all levels and recommends using graduation from a BSW and MSW accredited program as an adequate measure of competency for obtaining a LBSW and LMSW license."

NASW-ND Advocacy Committee and Board of Directors calls for the North Dakota Board of Social Work Examiners (NDBSWE) to take actionable steps to remove the social work licensure exam requirement for licensed BSW and MSW social workers.

READ FULL LETTER HERE


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The 2025 State of the State report for LGBTQ+ Youth


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Giving Tuesday


This Giving Tuesday, consider sponsoring a student for NASW membership. NASW-ND has students on waitlists, wishing for sponsorship. 

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virtual book club 

nasw-nd participates in a virtual book club to earn continuing education credit. past book selections have included dare to lead by brené brown, so you want to talk about race by ijeoma oluo, the midnight library by matt haig, and ask again, yes by mary beth keane.

* no more than ten (10) contact hours may be completed by independent learning per licensure cycle.

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ALL THINGS LEGISLATIVE SESSION

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HB 1430: DEFEATED

Legislators were seeking to OVERTURN a North Dakota rule for social workers practicing in the state which states “conversion or reparative therapy” is a violation of the social work code of ethics if practiced by a ND licensed social worker. These administrative rules were proposed by the ND Board of Social Work Examiners and passed by the Administrative Rules Committee in June 2021.

NASW-ND is pleased to announce that HB 1430 was defeated on the Senate floor on March 27, with a vote of 22 in support and 25 in opposition. This victory upholds ethical standards in social work, safeguarding both practitioners and the individuals they support.


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HB1035: Social Work Licensure Compact


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HB 1035 (Social Work Licensure Compact) seeks to streamline licensing across compact states, making it easier for social workers to practice across state lines. To date, 23 states have adopted the compact, with more expected to follow during this legislative session. Learn more about its benefits and implications by visiting the .

HB 1035 was signed by the governor on March 18th.





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click here for more updates on the advocacy committee and the 2025 legislative session


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nasw-nd is dedicated to keeping our members informed about north dakota's 69th legislative assembly, beginning january 7, 2025. stay updated through our advocacy page and monthly e-blasts. not a member yet? join today to access exclusive updates and stay engaged throughout this important legislative session!

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make your voice heard in the 2025 north dakota legislative session by watching this advocacy 101 training! it covers the basics of the state legislature, how the legislative session works, how to share your public testimony, and a tour of the legislative website. this training is especially geared toward those who have little or no experience with the state legislature but want to take action on issues they care about. 


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in 2025, the nasw-nd advocacy committee will be meeting on fridays at 12:00 p.m. cst. we need your help to advocate for our profession and for the well-being of those we serve during this legislative session. together, we can make a difference! for more information check out our advocacy committee webpage!

please email info.naswnd@socialworkers.org with interest or for more information!

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COVID-19 Resources

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NASW has been working on multiple fronts to prevent the spread of COVID-19 and ensure access to services, such as teletherapy. Social workers are in a unique position to promote disease prevention efforts.

Get COVID-19 resources for social workers

We Stand for Social Justice

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NASW is committed to ending racism through public education, social justice advocacy and professional training.
Learn about NASW's national social justice activities

NASW-ND is committed to social justice for all and to ending racism. We are mobilized and increasing our efforts in the face of America's racism pandemic.
Read NASW-ND's Statement

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Complimentary resources, webinars and CEUs available.

The North Dakota Chapter is joining NASW’s national Connect to End COVID-19 effort, a CDC-funded initiative to support social workers and their clients in informed vaccine decision-making. 

View Resources Here