National Association of Social Workers

Advocacy Links

Below are links to websites of interest to social workers sorted by national issues, state issues, and policy concerns.

National

NASW
The National Association of Social Work advocacy page includes information for getting involved in grassroots efforts, legislative issues, and voter registration.
CHN
The Coalition on Human Needs is a network of national organizations that promotes public policies that address the needs of low-income or other vulnerable people. For current events click on "What's New" on the homepage.

Democratic Party
Official Website of the Democratic party.

Libertarian Party
Official Website of the Libertarian party.

Republican Party
Official Website of the Republican party.

SWAN
Social Work Access Network through the University of South Carolina provides many links to policy and government sites.

Who Are Your Congressional Officials?
Find out who your elected officials are in the U.S. House of Representatives and Senate.

Lobbying Do’s and Don’ts
Tips from NASW for lobbying.
Vote Smart
Official Website for Project Vote Smart, funded by citizens.


State
	Chamber of Commerce The Indiana Chamber of Commerce tracks legislation that impacts businesses in Indiana. Also includes their legislative agenda and position on bills.
	CHIP IACED Coalition for Homelessness Intervention and Prevention Indiana Association for Community Economic Development
	ICHS Indiana Coalition for Human Services is a membership organization dedicated to advocating for human service agencies across the state. Includes information about lobbying for non-profit organizations and advocacy tips.
	http://www.ista-in.org (ISTA) The Indiana State Teachers Association is committed to quality education and provides information about becoming a cyber lobbyist provides information about current legislation and legislators.
	Indiana General Assembly See House and Senate committee and floor calendars, track bills in the legislature, and watch the General Assembly in action.
	March of Dimes, Indiana Chapter Includes upcoming events and advocacy issues and priorities.
	Mental Health Association in Indiana Their Legislative Center includes the Public Policy Agenda sorted by priority and information about important mental health and addiction legislation. Peace, Social Parity and Economic Justice Specialty Practicw Group http://www.socialworkers.org/sections/default.asp This NASW sponsored group is committed to social work practice that strengthens and empowers the impoverished, underprivileged and indigent.
	Planned Parenthood Advocates of Indiana Includes legislative information about bills that affect women’s reproductive health. Sign up for their action network to get email updates about legislation.
	Who are your Indiana Legislators? Find out who your legislators are in the Indiana House of Representatives and Senate by typing in your zip code.

Policy
	CLASP Center for Law and Social Policy provides information about policies that affect families who are low-income.
	Best Interests News and resources for people who advocate for abused and neglected children. Includes legislative updates.
	Center on Budget and Policy Priorities Conducts research and analysis of proposed policies at the federal and state level.
	http://www.socialedge.org (Moving Ideas Network) The Electronic Policy Network includes an action center to stay informed of current issues. Also provides policy analysis of many key issues including women’s issues, civil liberties, the economy, education, foreign policy, and health policy.
	National Center for Law & Economic Justice Includes information about policies that affect families who are low-income. Provides many advocacy and policy links. TrueMajority.org A grassroots group of citizens who believe in America's true values of openness, fairness and compassion. Members believe participating in an effective government is the best way to be mutually responsible for our community.