BACKGROUND
The Pilipino-American Social Workers Association (PASWA) evolved from an informal network of social workers of Pilipino descent in the Bay Area. We informally networked, exchanged practice experiences and ideas, and provided professional support to one another.
PASWA, a Council of NASW, has a critical role to play. We can better advocate and serve the needs of our Pilipino clients based on our knowledge of the Pilipino culture and values. Our group plans to continually expand its membership to foster and promote solidarity in order to accomplish our goals and objectives.
OBJECTIVES
*Professional networking.
*Enhancement of professional skills through mentorship, trainings/workshop
*Advocacy for appropriate services to meet the needs of Pilipino clients.
*Collaboration with other professional groups to enhance recognition of our goals.
*Recruitment of new members.
*Development of a databank of community resources that serve Pilipinos.
* List job information exchange.
* Educational support / Scholarship program
PASWA ACTION AGENDA
FOR THE 21st Century AND BEYOND
*Recruit Pilipino American Social Workers and other interested health workers.
*Expand PASWA membership to the state level..
*Become actively involved in community issues and concerns that affect our clients.
*Participate in training experiences to sharpen our professional skills and enhance personal growth.
*Train members for leadership roles at various levels in order to promote recognition of the value and strength of our cultural diversity and ethnic differences.
MEMBERSHIP.
Open to all professional Social Workers. Social Work students are encouraged to apply. Open to people from other helping professions.
Join
P.A.S.W.A.
Today!
MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION
YES! I want to become a PASWA member. Enclosed find annual dues for
___ $25.00 Regular Membership
___ $15.00 Associate member
___ $10.00 Student/Unemployed/Retired
___I want to do more and I’m sending an additional contribution of $ ______to help PASWA achieve its goals.
NAME______
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Mail completed form and checks payable to:
PASWA/NASW
c/o Leonida Mesa
32416 Edith Way
Union City Ca. 94587
PASWA OFFICERS
President
Helen Casaclang, MSW
(707) 553-5195
Vice President
Carmina Tolentino, Ph.D, LCSW
(408) 353-5177
Secretary
Aimee Anaya, MSW, LCSW
(408) 451-6507
Treasurer
Leonida Mesa, MSW, LCSW
(408) 299-6779
Historian
Vivian Poblete, MSW, LCSW
(650) 742-3085
JOIN PASWA NOW!
The Pilipino American Social Workers Association is the only Pilipino Councilof the National Association of Social Workers (NASW), California Chapter.
As a professional, your contribution is important to PASWA. We could all gain a great deal with your professional affiliation, for the strength of PASWA comes from all of us. Collectively, we can make a BIG difference!
We welcome your membership!
Pilipino
American
Social
Workers
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P A S W A
A Council of NASW
California Chapter