NASW-ND Advocacy
Advocacy Committee Action
Legislative Session
The Advocacy Committee meets weekly during legislative session to review legislative proposals of interest to social workers and social work clients.
This Week's Bills
SB 2231 - Pronoun Use in Schools/Government - NASWND Testimony
HB 1333 - Criminalizing Drag Shows - NASWND Testimony
- The Advocacy Committee welcomes NASW-ND member participation and encourages you to join in a meeting. For more information, please email your interest to info.naswnd@socialworkers.org.
Chapter Action
- ACTION ALERT! - SAY NO to Conversion Therapy: HB 1332
This bill seeks to overturn social work rules that state “conversion or reparative therapy” is a violation of the social work code of ethics if practiced by a ND licensed social worker.
- 5 Steps to Becoming an Effective Voter: November 4, 2022
With the election upcoming, timing is critical to cast your ballot. Make your voice heard this election season by following these 5 simple steps to effective voting.
- STATEMENT: September 27, 2022
NASW-ND was appalled to hear of the Indigenous ancestral remains of 70 relatives and numerous artifacts desecrated in 250 boxes on the UND campus. Click the above link to read more.
- RESOLUTION: March 22, 2022
The NASW-ND Board of Directors adopted a resolution addressing the impact of proposed legislation around the country that attempts to silence or limit conversations related to diversity, equity, and inclusion.