This Moment Calls for Leaders: Join the NASW-Michigan Board of Directors

This Moment Calls for Leaders: Join the NASW-Michigan Board of Directors

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The nomination period for the 2026 NASW-Michigan Chapter Board of Directors is officially open — and this moment in our profession and our communities calls for courageous, values-driven leadership.

Across Michigan, social workers are navigating complex political shifts, workforce challenges, attacks on vulnerable communities, and rapidly evolving practice environments. Now more than ever, we need leaders who are grounded in our Code of Ethics, committed to advocacy, and ready to help shape the future of our profession.

Serving on the NASW-Michigan Board is more than a volunteer role — it is an opportunity to lead in a time when social work voices must be strong, visible, and united.

Nominations are being accepted through Sunday, April 5, 2026.

Our Chapter is filled with extraordinary social workers from every corner of the state — representing diverse roles, lived experiences, identities, and practice settings. What unites us is our shared commitment to social work values and to advancing justice in Michigan. Our Board ensures that the voices of our members inform statewide strategy, advocacy priorities, and Chapter initiatives.

Open Positions for 2026:

• Region 1 Representative (3-year term)
  (Alger, Baraga, Chippewa, Delta, Dickinson, Gogebic, Houghton, Iron, Keweenaw, Luce, Mackinac, Marquette, Menominee, Ontonagon, Schoolcraft)

• Region 3 Representative (3-year term)
  (Alcona, Alpena, Cheboygan, Crawford, Iosco, Montmorency, Ogemaw, Oscoda, Otsego, Presque Isle, Roscommon)

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

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

• BSW Student Representative (1-year term)

• MSW Student Representative (1-year term)

• Member-At-Large (1-year term)

When you step into leadership, you will:

• Help advance and strengthen the social work profession through state and national advocacy

• Shape Chapter strategic priorities and policy decisions

• Elevate the voices of social workers in your region

• Expand your professional network across Michigan

• Grow your leadership skills through statewide engagement opportunities

• Collaborate with dedicated NASW-Michigan staff and volunteer leaders

The NASW-Michigan Board of Directors is composed of 19 members elected by our Chapter membership. Three-year terms begin July 1 and align with our fiscal year (July 1 – June 30). Student Representatives and the Member-At-Large serve one-year terms.

The 2026 Chapter election will run May 4 – May 20. Candidates will be notified by June 1, with new Board members beginning their service July 1.

If you have been waiting for a sign to step into leadership — this is it. Our profession needs your voice, your perspective, and your courage.

Learn more about the positions, our mission, and strategic plan, and submit your nomination today.

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