NASW Alabama Chapter

Social workers play an important role in protecting voting rights. To support the communities we serve, we must understand the threats that can restrict voter participation.

NASW is working with national voting rights organizations to share information about voter intimidation, gerrymandering, redistricting and other election interference tactics.

Our Safeguarding Free and Fair Elections Resource Center can help social workers:
• Educate voters about their rights
• Share voter registration resources
• Help voters understand their state’s rules
• Promote informed voter participation

Explore the resource center: https://www.socialworkers.org/Advocacy/Social-Justice/Voting-Rights-Voting-Protection-and-Voter-Participation-Resource-Center

Make your vote count. Check. Update. Register on National Voter Registration Day. Click here to learn more and register: https://www.sos.alabama.gov/alabama-votes

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Member Spotlight: Dr. April Jones, LMSW, PhD, M.Ed., MS, MSW,BA

We are proud to recognize outstanding members for their dedication and achievements to the profession. Thank you for being an important part of NASW-AL Chapter and being a supporter and conference workshop presenter.

We are proud to introduce NASW-Alabama's Member of the Month Spotlight new initiative. This is a monthly feature honoring exceptional social workers who exemplify the mission, values, and impact of our profession. Together, let us recognize the members who inspire us, uphold our values, and lead with purpose. Please submit your nomination at the link below. NASW-AL Member Spotlight Form – Fill out form

We are proud to introduce NASW-Alabama's Member of the Month Spotlight initiative. This is a monthly feature honoring exceptional social workers who exemplify the mission, values, and impact of our profession. Together, let us recognize members who inspire us, uphold our values, and lead with purpose. Please submit your nomination at the link below. NASW-AL Member Spotlight Form – Fill out form

Congratulations to Dr. Kathryn Coumanis LCSW, Founder of Penelope House , the first shelter in Alabama on being nominated and inducted into the 2026 NASW Social Work Pioneer Program in Washington DC on June 10, 2026. This program honors members of the social work profession who have contributed to the evolution and enrichment of the profession. The Pioneer Program recognizes individuals whose unique dedication, commitment, and determination have improved social and human conditions. Dr. Coumanis, we honor your work.

All Roads Lead to the South. A well-planned day of advocacy with leaders of Black Voters Matter, organizations from across the South, state, local, and Congressional delegations, and partner organizations including NASW-AL Chapter and members at the National Day of Action on Voting Rights’ rally in Montgomery, AL. Chapter leaders and volunteers also participated in virtual and onsite voter registration.

Register now for NASW-AL virtual conference on April 9-10, 2026. We are excited to bring Dr. Marya Wright, Founder of Social Worker Period as the keynote presenter. She has traveled extensively to speak on the social work profession. It’s not too late. We are offering 11,CEs. Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/nasw-al-2026-virtual-conference-tickets-1980012340210?aff=oddtdtcreator