National Association of Social Workers

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National Professional Social Work Month 2005
PROCLAMATION

WHEREAS social workers have the right education and experience to guide individuals, families, and communities through complex issues and choices;

WHEREAS social workers connect individuals, families, and communities to available resources;

WHEREAS social workers are dedicated to improving the society in which we live;

WHEREAS social workers are positive and compassionate professionals;

WHEREAS social workers stand up for others to make sure everyone has access to the same basic rights, protections, and opportunities;

WHEREAS social workers help people help themselves, whenever and wherever they need it most;

NOW, THEREFORE , in recognition of professional social workers and their commitment and dedication to individuals, families, and communities everywhere though legislative advocacy, service delivery, research, and education,

I, _____________________, proclaim the month of March 2005 as Professional Social Work Month and call upon all citizens to join with the National Association of Social Workers and ____(your organization)___ in celebration and support of social workers and the social work profession.

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