National Social
Work Month2024

SOCIAL WORK OFFERS POSSIBILITIES

Throughout March, CASW proudly celebrates the newly revised Code of Ethics (2024) and social work’s seven shared values emphasizing our commitments to truth and reconciliation. In our Seven Points of Unity, we find the essence of social work—a profession that embodies the limitless potential of human connection and empowerment.

This #NSWM2024, let’s recognize the many ways #SocialWorkOffersPossibilities and celebrate social workers everywhere for their tireless efforts and relentless pursuit of a better world.

Seven Points of Unity: Many Possibilities

This National Social Work Month, we honour and celebrate our shared values—the Seven Points of Unity—that guide us on our individual and collective journeys of truth, reconciliation, equity, and inclusion.

Together, as social workers, we weave a tapestry of hope and resilience, striving to create a more just future where all are valued and honoured through ethical, evidence-based, and empowering professional practice. From these Seven Points of Unity, let’s imagine the many possibilities social workers have for building a peaceful and compassionate world.

  • Respecting the dignity and Worth of Persons
  • Promoting social justice
  • Pursuing truth and reconciliation
  • Valuing human relationships
  • Preserving truth in professional practice
  • Maintaining privacy and confidentiality
  • Providing competent and professional services

Message from the Minister of Mental Health and Addictions

Listen to the Honourable Ya’ara Saks, the Minister of Mental Health and Addictions, reflect on the important contributions of social workers this #NSWM2024.

Message from the Minister of Veterans Affairs

Check out Honourable Ginette Petitpas Taylor, the Minister of Veterans Affairs, and her message celebrating social workers and the Code of Ethics (2024) this #NSWM2024.

Download this Year’s Posters and Social Media Graphics

Check out this year’s posters, banners, and social media graphics and let people know why you think #SocialWorkOffersPossibilities!

Participate in
an event

Register for a wide array of webinars this month all exploring the many ways #SocialWorkOffersPossibilities!

Live or work in the Ottawa region? Join CASW’s Code celebration event on Parliament Hill (March 21) hosted by Senator Thomas Bernard and Senator Hartling.

Enter our Contests for Your Chance to Win

Join the conversations on how you think #SocialWorkOffersPossibilities by entering our weekly contests, giveaways, and sweepstakes! You could win cash prizes, books, or a #NSWM2024 themed tote bag and journal – don’t miss out!