Advocacy Page for Social Workers in the District of Columbia
DC Metro Chapter, NASW Advocacy Efforts:
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Income Security and Family Support Advisory No. ISFS-16 -- Congressman Jim McDermott (D-WA), Chairman of the Subcommittee on Income Security and Family Support, today announced a hearing to examine the use of psychotropic drugs for children in the foster care system. The hearing will take place on Wednesday, March 12, 2008, at 2:00 p.m. in room B-318 Rayburn House Office Building.
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“DC Crystal Meth Working Group“
The Crystal Meth Working Group of Washington, DC is a grassroots group that sprung from concerns about the impact of crystal methamphetamine on our community. The DC CMWG provides educational forums, outreach to local gay bars, clubs and community events and hosts a website. The site (www.letstalkaboutmeth.org ) provides information to assist individuals to make informed decisions about meth use and its impact on your life. The DC CMWG received the Caron Community Service Award this year (2006) for Educational Excellence.
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Hurricane Katrina -- Click Here for a message on how to help
DC Appleseed Center Advocacy
DC Advocacy Updates 
Please send Advocacy Updates to DCMetroChapter@naswdc.org
DC City Council
http://www.dccouncil.washington.dc.us
The Official Web site of the Council of the District of Columbia. Our Web site is another way to keep you informed of Council actions and public meetings, invite your participation, and solicit your views. You can see our weekly schedule , read proposed legislation, and e-mail your comments directly to Members.
DC Watch
http://www.dcwatch.com
DCWatch is an on-line magazine that covers local city politics and public affairs in Washington, D.C. In addition to articles and columns about political issues and politicians, DCWatch features resources for civic activists and background material on legislation and current events in the District of Columbia.
DC Docs
http://dc.gov/registration/dcdocs.asp
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NASW Advocacy Page
http://www.socialworkers.org/advocacy/default.asp
NASW's Government Relations staff is fighting hard to make the voice of professional social workers heard on Capitol Hill. Learn how you can take action on the federal issues important to social workers.
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