NASW Virginia Mission Statement

The National Association of Social Workers of Virginia (NASW-VA) strives to assure achievement of the highest standards of Social Work practice in the Commonwealth via:

• Promoting the core professional value of belief in inherent worth and dignity of each individual.
• Endorsing and advancing a core, professional, social work identity and presence.
• Connecting, educating and defining standards to provide the tools necessary for enhancing professional practice.
• Assessing and addressing current trends and issues relevant to, and affecting, the profession.
• Advocating and supporting public policies and legislative efforts further the profession of Social Work and embrace the diversity of human need.