July 15, 2021 − As a summer election becomes increasingly likely, we will soon be faced with big decisions as several parties try to convince Nova Scotians to vote for them. We encourage our members to we encourage our members to use the Social Policy Framework to develop their understanding of how their votes will address or remedy the injustices and harms we see daily as social workers.
July 15, 2021 − Our goal is that this paper generates a process of critical self-reflection that allows Nova Scotians to create space for new approaches to child welfare. We need a new way of thinking about child and family well-being. It is our hope that this paper will spark discussion and action towards this goal.
July 13, 2021 − Social workers and community organizations such as the Halifax Mutual Aid Society are having to scramble to try to provide support, at a time when resources are shrinking. While the provincial government recently pledged to provide 25 million dollars in funding, at some point in the future, these promises are of no help to those struggling with homelessness right now.
28 Jun, 2020 − To accommodate and to encourage personal self-care and reflection, and as well as to maintain safety in our practice, the Board of Examiners and Council of the College are temporarily amending the Professional Development Requirements policy for 2021.
April 19, 2021 − The NSCSW has recently gone through a comprehensive review of our staff organization, and made several changes to attend to our mandate in the Social Workers Act and our five year strategic plan. Alec introduces members to two new people on our staff team, and new roles for existing staff.
We’re partnering with CASW to offer a bursary to help members join the upcoming 2021 NSCSW virtual conference: Challenging our Social Justice Lens. Apply before April 23.
The NSCSW is calling on members to put forward resolutions and by-law changes for the 2021 Annual General Meeting. Please submit all proposals for change by April 19, 2021.
February 11, 2021 — After a lengthy and comprehensive review, the NSCSW is ready to make some key changes. And we announce the forthcoming retirement of a staff member who has significantly contributed to our profession in this province.
February 1, 2021 — In October 2019, the Nova Scotia College of Social Workers (NSCSW) received two complaints regarding the conduct and practice of its member Ryanne Rhodenizer, of Nova Scotia, registration #2173.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJanuary 13, 2021 KJIPUKTUK (HALIFAX, NS)– The Nova Scotia College of Social Workers (NSCSW) has launched a new report on the state of mental health and addiction services in Nova Scotia. The report, Repositioning Social Work Practice in Mental Health in Nova Scotia, demonstrates that the current delivery of mental health and addictions care in… Read more »
CONNECTION is the official newsletter of the Nova Scotia College of Social Workers.
