Members are invited to comment here on proposed changes to the bylaws discussed at nasw.org/2021bylaws by August 31.
Governance
A majority of the current NASW Board members issue a statement on one of this fall's proposed amendments.
The PIO Committee issues a statement on one of this fall's proposed amendments.
This fall members will have the opportunity to vote on two proposed amendments to the NASW constitution. Read on for details and links to the proposed amendments.
The Board and the Governance Committee have proposed an amendment to NASW's bylaws. Members will have the opportunity to vote on this and another proposed amendment at the October 13 meeting in Washington, DC or via online proxy later this fall. Read more for the text of the proposed amendment.
A petition to amend the NASW bylaws was submitted by NASW member Rick Borchelt on behalf of 38 signatories. Members will have the opportunity to vote on this and another proposed amendment at the October 13 meeting in Washington, DC or via online proxy later this fall. Read more for the text of the petition.
The NASW Membership Committee is currently seeking several new members to help expand membership and improve benefits for existing members.
The Nominating Committee was asked to present an official slate of three candidates to fill a mid-term vacancy on the NASW Board. Use the "read more" link for details on the candidates and the election process.
This fall, members will be electing one new board member to fill a mid-term vacancy. Self-nominations are due on Monday, September 18. Read more for details and to get involved.
NASW's newly formed Governance Committee is looking for volunteers. The committee will work to ensure that the organization is effective, efficient, and performs to standards of due diligence. It will review the constitution and bylaws on a regular basis and recommend best practices.