Monthly News & Updates

November | 2025

BIPOC Student Leadership Applications are Open

To provide an opportunity for BIPOC social work students to become members of NASW-WI, learn leadership skills, have a mentor, and begin taking leadership roles within NASW-WI. To increase diversity in NASW-WI’s membership, up to ten BIPOC students will have their NASW membership paid for one year. NASW-WI is the state chapter of the National Association of Social Workers.

To Learn More, Visit Our BIPOC Student Leadership Webpage

NASW is Fighting the new PSLF Rule

NASW 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. "The proposed changes to Public Service Loan Forgiveness would punish those who dedicate their careers to strengthening communities and supporting our most vulnerable neighbors," NASW CEO Anthony Estreet, PhD, MBA, LCSW-C, said. Read our release.

The Fight For Fair Maps

On October 16th, our executive director, Marc Herstand, and intern Ellaina Ontiberoz attended the Rally to End Gerrymandering at the State Capitol to support fair maps in Wisconsin. They listened to Rep. Amaad Rivera-Wagner, Rep. Deb Andrace, Rep. Francesca Hong, and Sen. Jeff Smith speak about the importance of fair maps in the state. After the rally, they each went to talk to their legislators and share how they can support Fair Maps in Wisconsin! The Wisconsin Fair Maps Coalition is an organization of volunteers focused on nonpartisan redistricting legislation to ensure Wisconsin has fair maps for years to come. On February 19th, 2024, Governor Tony Evers signed fair maps into place. However, the fight for fair maps is far from over.

Why, you may ask?

Wisconsin's current fair maps are only in place until 2030!

Be a part of the fight for fair maps by going to https://www.fairmapswi.com/

to find out more on how to get involved. Help bring the power back to the people!

Wisconsin Social Work Certification & Licensing Info Session

NASW-WI Executive Director Marc Herstand presents on social work licensing and certification in Wisconsin and takes questions from the audience. This was recorded on June 25.2025.

One-on-one support is provided as a member benefit for NASW members.

Here is the Recording

Here is the PowerPoint

NASW Student Series

So You Want to Work on the Islands: Traditional Healing & Culturally Competent Practice with Pacific Islanders

Thursday, November 11, 2025

5::00pm - 6:30 pm CT

Via Zoom

Join NASW for a special Student Series session exploring social work practice across the Pacific Islands. This webinar will feature a panel of social work leaders from Hawai‘i and Guam who will discuss how traditional healing practices, cultural values, and community-based approaches shape effective and ethical social work. Participants will gain insight into culturally responsive engagement, the importance of place and identity, and pathways for students and emerging professionals interested in island-based practice. Join us for breakfast, lunch, or dinner, depending on what time zone you are joining us from!

Register now for "So You Want to Work on the Islands: Traditional Healing & Culturally Competent Practice with Pacific Islanders"

Social Work Student Event:

Fun & Games with NASW-WI

Tuesday, Feb. 4th, 2026

7:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m. CT

via Zoom

Join NASW-WI for a virtual Jeopardy-style game reviewing NASW national and chapter history, resources, and the Code of Ethics. Connect with your peers from across the state and enter to win a $25.00 gift card!