We are thrilled to announce and warmly welcome Dr. Carl Highshaw as the new Executive Director of NASW-CA!
Dr. Highshaw brings an impressive record of leadership, innovation, and community impact to our chapter. As the Principal Consultant of Resilient Solutions and founder and President of the AMAAD (Arming Minorities Against Addiction & Disease) Institute, he has long been a champion for empowering individuals through grassroots organizing, advocacy, and social innovation. His dedication to creating positive change has positioned him as a true trailblazer in the field of social work.
With a career rooted in service and equity, Dr. Highshaw consistently seeks out creative solutions to complex issues and inspires others to join him in advancing justice, wellness, and empowerment for all communities.
With more than twenty-five years of nonprofit program and administrative management experience, Dr. Highshaw completed his Bachelor of Psychology from Western Illinois University, his Master of Social Work (MSW) degree from Washington University in St. Louis, and his Doctor of Social Work (DSW) from the University of Southern California. Highshaw also received a substance use disorder (SUD) Certification from the Los Angeles Training Institute for Drug and Alcohol Counseling as well as a Human Resources Management Certification from California State University-Dominguez Hills.
This strong educational foundation, combined with his decades of leadership, makes Dr. Highshaw uniquely equipped to guide NASW-CA into its next chapter of growth and impact.
As we continue to advance our mission of serving social workers and the communities we care for, we are excited for the fresh perspective, commitment, and expertise Dr. Highshaw brings. His vision for innovation, resilience, and equity aligns deeply with our chapter’s goals, and we look forward to building a strong future together under his leadership.
Please join us in giving a warm NASW-CA welcome to Dr. Carl Highshaw!
