“Empowering people of African ancestry through advocacy, human services delivery, and research.”
About Us
Mission
The National Association of Black Social Workers, Inc. comprised of people of African ancestry, is committed to enhancing the quality of life and empowering people of African ancestry through advocacy, human service delivery, and research.
Vision
The National Association of Black Social Workers, Inc. works to create a world in which people of African ancestry will live free from racial domination, economic exploitation, and cultural oppression. In collaboration with national, international, and other appropriate groups, NABSW continues to leverage its collective expertise to strategically develop the capacity of people of African ancestry to sustain and flourish.
NABSW’s vision is guided by the Principles of the Nguzo Saba, which are Unity, Self-determination, Collective Work and Responsibility, Cooperative Economics, Purpose, Creativity, and Faith, and the Seven Cardinal Virtues of Ma’at, which are Right, Truth, Justice, Order, Reciprocity, Balance, and Harmony.
The National Association of Black Social Workers, Inc. speaks to the concerns of diverse communities of African ancestry and is designed to promote the welfare, survival, and liberation of communities of African ancestry. Members of the NABSW recognize the necessity of Black community control and accountability to the Black community. Most importantly, NABSW offers linkages through a membership of African ancestry that represents the many facets of social work practice, and education.
The Atlanta Chapter Association of Black Social Workers was founded in 1971. Atlanta has been home to the National ABSW office, hosted five national conferences and served the Atlanta community for more than 50 years. Atlanta Chapter ABSW participates in varies community events, supports schools and students and serves as a professional resource for community agencies and events. Our Chapter is composed soley of volunteers. We are proud to support professional development by providing CEU courses for Social Workers and Licensed Professional Counselors. Click to read more about our rich history.