Welcome to the official website of the National Association of Social Workers Alaska Chapter, an organization for professional social workers with close to 500 members in Alaska and 150,000 members in the Unites States and abroad. 

NASW is committed to promoting the social work profession, advancing social work practice, shaping public policy, advocating to enhance the well-being of individuals, families and communities in Alaska while promoting social justice. 

If you are a professional social worker, we invite you to join NASW and take advantage of the many opportunities for continuing education, professional growth, recognition, and leadership development through the Alaska Chapter.



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Notice of Proposed By-laws Change:

The Alaska Chapter of NASW is proposed changing the bylaws to require board members to serve three-year terms instead of two-year terms. Specifically, the following changes would occur:

Article IV A 2. "Chapter officers, except the President-Elect, shall serve terms of three years each. 

Article V C 1. "The term of office shall commence July 1 for a three-year term, except for President-Elect and Student Representatives, who shall serve one year each.

The Board of Directors will vote on these changes at the November 18 meeting. If you would like to comment on the proposed changes, please contact your regional representative.