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2010 NASW Slate

The NASW National Committee on Nominations and Leadership Identification in December 2009 adopted the following slate for the 2010 election. Members eligible to vote must hold NASW membership in good standing as of Feb. 28, 2010. To vote electronically, your e-mail address must be current. A ballot and candidates' information will be published in the March issue of the NASW News.

Candidates' information will be posted on NASW's Web site. Campaigns must be conducted in accordance with the NASW Election Standards and Procedures for National Leadership.

Board of Directors

President-Elect (2010-2014)
Jeane Anastas, N.Y. City
Yvonne Chase, Alaska
Secretary (2010-2013)
Lawanna Barron, Ga.
Brenda Ward, Wis.
Member-at-Large (2010-2013)
Michie Hesselbrock, Conn.
Robin Mama, N.J.
MSW Student (2010-2012)
Enyonam Hargett, N.Y. City
Sarah Petela, Conn.
Region V (2010-2013)
Sheryl Brissett-Chapman, D.C.
Fran Franklin, Del.
Region VI (2010-2013)
Jacquelyn Nash, Fla.
Anna Scheyett, N.C.
Region XI (2010-2013)
W. Mark Clark, Ariz.
Josephine Tittsworth, Texas
Region XII (2010-2013)
Lawrence Betcher, Ore.
Victor Voth, Hawaii

Committee on Nominations and Leadership Identification

Region II (2010-2013)
Carmen Collado, N.Y. City
Jun Matsuyoshi, N.Y. City
Region VI (2010-2013)
Marjorie Hammock, S.C.
Jan Ligon, Ga.
Region VII (2010-2013)
Janet Melcher, Ohio
Willie "Bo" Walker, Tenn.
Region XII (2010-2013)
Christine Langworthy, Hawaii
Randy Magen, Alaska

For inquiries, contact the Office of Governance at e-mail or 202-336-8216.

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Vol. 55, No. 2, February 2010

From the President
Celebrating 50 Years of ACSW
By James J. Kelly, Ph.D., ACSW, LCSW

Social Workers Can Reinforce Clients' Coping Skills During Recession Setbacks
Lagging Economy Tied to Rise in Suicides
"We need to reach out more during hard economic times," said forensic suicidologist Frank Campbell.
By Paul R. Pace, News Staff

2010 Social Work Congress Aims to Develop Blueprint
"It's time to reassess the profession," said Executive Director Elizabeth J. Clark.
By Paul R. Pace, News Staff

Social Work Month Vaunts Heroes
Outreach Toolkit Gives Ideas for Promoting Profession
"We aim to demonstrate how social workers are integral parts of all communities," said NASW's Gail Woods Waller.
By Matthew Malamud, News Staff

Health Care Reform Efforts in Question
NASW lobbied against a provision that would limit abortion coverage.
By Matthew Malamud, News Staff

Forum Gives Glimpse Inside Political Process
Rep. Towns Urges Social Work Students to 'Take Your Training to Serve Others'
Towns said it is vital for social workers to advocate for causes and legislation that affect their profession.
By Paul R. Pace, News Staff

Toolbox Focuses on Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma
Non-Hodgkin lymphoma -- or NHL -- is diagnosed eight times more frequently than Hodgkin lymphoma.
By Paul R. Pace, News Staff

City Hiring Ruling Challenged
Legal Defense Fund Backs Two Members' Cases
NASW and several other organizations argued that the appeals court decision wholly ignores legal doctrine.
By Matthew Malamud, News Staff

SWPI Hosts CER Meeting
Institute Eyes Comparative Effectiveness Research
"We need to make sure that as the government outlines its CER strategies, social workers are included."
By Paul R. Pace, News Staff

Online Course Addresses Cancer Care in Hungary
Country's High Rate of Related Deaths Makes It a Vital Tool for Social Workers
The collaboration aligns with NASW's SWAN initiative to enhance the social work profession in other countries.
By Paul R. Pace, News Staff

Meezan Overseeing Publications
NASW Press 'Delighted' to Work With Professor
William Meezan has written extensively on child welfare services.
By Paul R. Pace, News Staff

Social Workers Speak! Web Site Attracts Users
Site Manager: Participants 'Write Wonderful, Well Thought-Out Comments'
People from around the globe are checking out the site's content.
By Matthew Malamud, News Staff

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	Managing Editor: Kristina Campbell naswnews@naswdc.org
	Senior Editor: Paul R. Pace naswnews@naswdc.org
	Writer and Production Assistant: Matthew Malamud naswnews@naswdc.org
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	NASW President: James J. Kelly, Ph.D., ACSW, LCSW
	Executive Director: Elizabeth J. Clark, Ph.D., ACSW
	Publisher, NASW Press: Cheryl Bradley
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