We Need YOU! Social Workers Sought for the NASW-Michigan Board of Directors

NASW-Michigan seeks engaging and passionate Michigan social workers to serve on our Board of Directors! Volunteering as an ambassador of the association and profession is a great opportunity to network and grow as a social worker, as well as to make a difference in social work in our state. NASW-Michigan is fiscally stable and organizationally sound as a result of incredible leadership and staff, and it is our aim to remain THE association advocating for and supporting  social workers in Michigan! 

NASW-Michigan and the social work profession need your involvement! By applying for the Board you will:

• Help advance and strengthen the social work profession

• Provide critical guidance on Chapter strategic planning (including helping influence policy and programmatic decisions)

• Become a visible presence for the social work community in your region and expand your network with social workers all across the state

• Expand your social work skillset through opportunities to engage in statewide webinars, workshops, and conferences

• Connect with NASW-Michigan staff and volunteers

The NASW-Michigan Board of Directors is composed of 19 Board members who are elected by our Chapter membership. All Board members serve 3 year terms with the exception of the Member-At-Large and BSW and MSW student representatives, who hold one year terms. Board terms follow the Chapter fiscal year which begins July 1 and ends June 30 each year.

Below are the positions opening in 2023: 

• President-Elect (3 year term)

• Region 1 Representative - (Upper Peninsula) (3 year term)

• Region 3 Representative - (Northeast Michigan - Cheboyhan, Presque Isle, Otsego, Montmorency, Alpena, Crawford, Oscoda, Alcona, Roscommon, Ogemaw, and Iosco Counties) (3 year term)

• Region 4 Representative - (West Michigan - Oceana, Newaygo, Mecosta, Muskegon, Montcalm, Ottawa, Kent, Ionia) (3 year term)

• Region 9 Representative - (Southwest Michigan - Allegan, Barry, Van Buren, Kalamazoo, Calhoun, Berrien, Cass, St. Joseph, Branch) (3 year term)

• BSW Student Representative (1 year term)

• MSW Student Representative (1 year term)

• Member at Large (1 year term)

Read more about the position descriptions, our mission, and the organizational strategic plan by clicking below:

• NASW-Michigan Chapter Charter

• 2022-2025 Strategic Plan

If you are interested in applying please click here. Applications deadline: March 26, 2023.

The 2022 NASW-Michigan Chapter election will run from April 24 - May 15, 2023. All candidates will be notified of election results by June 1, with new officers beginning their positions July 1. 

Board of Directors minimum time commitments:

• The NASW-Michigan Board of Directors currently meetings on the second Thursday of each month from 6:30-8:30pm (virtually)

• Executive Committee members additionally meet once a month (prior to the Board meeting)

• Special committee meetings as assigned 

Board Applicant Checklist (please make sure to have these ready when applying for any of the open positions):

• NASW membership number (Please call 800-742-4089 if you need assistance)

• Goal statement (This will appear on the election ballot to help members select candidates. Two paragraph maximum -- Please include why you are interested in running for the specific position and your goals should you be elected )

• Candidate headshot

2023 Board Application: https://forms.gle/7RJQpTtJ7u6hExCLA