24 March, 2023 — at their second annual advocacy day, NSCSW launches the More Than a Diagnosis campaign, and an innovative advocacy resource co-created with the Legal Information Society of Nova Scotia.
24 March, 2023 — at their second annual advocacy day, NSCSW launches the More Than a Diagnosis campaign, and an innovative advocacy resource co-created with the Legal Information Society of Nova Scotia.
You are more than a diagnosis. We all are. And our province deserves systems that integrate the social determinants of mental health and well-being. Learn more about our campaign, and join us in advocacy.
Help shape the profession’s future in our province as part of the NSCSW Council! We’re now accepting nominations for six College Council positions. Submit your nomination no later than Monday, April 10 at 4:30 PM ADT.
March 2, 2023 — NSCSW is seeking an Administrative Support Assistant, Regulatory Services. The application deadline is March 14, 2023.
Mar 1, 2023 — This year’s National Social Work Month celebrations recognize how social workers support people in navigating complex systems. We are uniquely positioned to identify and address systemic gaps, provide key services and programs, and connect communities to what they need, all while applying our skills to build a more just world.
February 1, 2023 — Nominate a colleague for the CASW Distinguished Service Award! Nominations close on February 20.
Dec 21, 2022 — In this issue, social workers consider the causes and effects of self medication, and both systemic and individual interventions.
The NSCSW office will be open the morning of December 23. From December 28-30, a limited number of staff will be available to assist with the final days of the annual renewal period; office visits during that time will be by appointment only, and video calls are strongly recommended as an alternative. We will fully reopen on January 3.
Oct 24, 2022 — A message of solidarity with the social work educators and support staff striking at Dalhousie University.
Oct 19, 2022 — On the International Day for the Eradication of Policy, NSACCW launched a new campaign calling on professionals to stand united and demand specific government actions to eradicate poverty.
CONNECTION is the official newsletter of the Nova Scotia College of Social Workers.