By Janlee Wong, NASW-CA Executive Director
As the pandemic continues and infection rates continue to grow, “states where community spread is occurring are in the acceleration phase.” We learn this from monitoring important accurate sources of information such as the Centers for Disease Control (CDC):
California is one of those states in ..Read More…
The Netflix Docuseries “Trials of Gabriel Fernandez” has given the tragic case of Gabriel Fernandez renewed attention nationwide as the series is currently listed as one of the top most-watched series around the nation.
NASW-CA’s Executive Director Janlee Wong previously released a statement regarding the conclusion of the case. Below we’re providing statements from ..Read More…
By Janlee Wong, NASW-CA Executive Director
In 2013, Gabriel F. died from severe physical abuse. Although Gabriel’s case was closed at the time, he was known to Los Angeles County’s Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) since 2011. In 2016, felony child abuse and falsification of records charges were filed against four DCFS workers (two ..Read More…
By Janlee Wong, NASW-CA Executive Director
As we celebrate this holiday, all social workers should exercise lots of self care, being with family and friends, pets and nature. Enjoy a nice meal and some fun entertainment. My family and I saw the Nutcracker and Charlie Brown’s Christmas in DC. The highlight was the National “Zoo ..Read More…
As we prepare to go into a new year, NASW-CA Chapter wants to recognize social workers that live and exemplify our mission. If you know someone at your job site, internship, school, or even a friend that you believe should be highlighted, let us know!
As we enter a new decade, we want to give ..Read More…
Congressman Elijah Cummings
1951-2019
By: Janlee Wong, NASW-CA Executive Director
Born in Baltimore, son of sharecroppers, Mr. Cummings graduated from a Baltimore high school in 1969, then from Howard University in 1973 and the University of Maryland School of Law in 1976. His political career included the Maryland General Assembly and then in 1996 being ..Read More…
By Janlee Wong, MSW
Lisa Kopochinski, NASWCA’s longtime News Editor, is leaving after 11 years of dedicated service to the Chapter. When Lisa started, NASWCA was still publishing a paper newspaper that was mailed to members. The format was newsprint tabloid size 11 inches by 17 inches and only a few printing companies could print ..Read More…
By S. Jolene Hui, MSW, LCSW
NASW-CA Membership Director
The beginning of the school year is upon us once again. It always surprises me how quickly fall comes up — and I’m going back out to meet new students at new programs. The years fly by as we welcome more and more professional social workers ..Read More…
By Janlee Wong
Social workers know all too well the cumulative and debilitating effects of trauma from birth to old age. We know full well how social determinants such as poverty, crime, dysfunctional families, bullying, health and mental health issues can block or divert one’s life and well-being. Given a chance, many can overcome ..Read More…
By Janlee Wong, MSW, NASWCA Executive Director
Sadly, mass shootings, as well as gun violence in general, have become commonplace, and too frequent in the U.S. and around the world. Some say it’s been normalized, spread by the Internet and social media. Others include such reasons as the widespread proliferation of guns despite continuing gun ..Read More…
