ADVOCACY  

NASW 2009 POLICY PRIORITIES

The 2009-10 Social Policy Statements

2009-10 Civil Marriage for Same-Sex Couples
2009-10 Death Penalty

2009-10 Gender Equity
2009-10 Immigration Policy and Undocumented Persons in Iowa
2009-10 Mental Health Parity (This statement is not included in the Policy Priorities Booklet)
2009-10 Older Iowans
2009-10 Predatory Lending
2009-10 Responsible Fatherhood
2009-10 Services for Children & Families
2009-10 Sex Offender Restrictions
2009-10 Social Work Reinvestment

2009-2010 Policy Priorities Booklet

 

RESPONSIBLE FATHERHOOD CLARIFICATION
Read more information regarding the intent of the Responsible Fatherhood Policy Statement.

Responsible Fatherhood Clarification

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ADVOCACY

Advocacy is defined by many as arguing or pleading for a cause, whether a person, group, or policy. Advocacy is key to the role social workers play within their jobs and their communities. The Iowa Chapter develops legislative priorities on an annual basis reflecting the needs of those we serve society as a whole. NASW encourages members to become involved in advocacy efforts on many different levels.

Advocacy Toolkit
This link directs you to the Iowa Community Empowerment Advocacy Toolkit, designed for advocacy on behalf of early childhood development.

Capital Advantage
Link to legislation, Action Alerts, Elected Officals

State of Iowa Legislature

Guide to General Assembly

Find Your Legislator

Social Work Legislators

United States Senate

United States House of Representatives

Iowa's Congressional Delegates

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POLITICAL PARTY LINKS

Green Party – This National web site offers information about the Green Party and includes articles of interest.

Iowa Democratic Party – This site includes contact information and provides suggestions for ways to become involved.

Iowa Republican Party – This site provides information on the Iowa Republican Party, including an “Online activism” section.




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