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Throughout the United States, there are homeless children in every state, city, and county. According to the American Institute for Research, around 2.5 million children are homeless […]

“We always say we’ll never leave a soldier on the battlefield. We shouldn’t leave him on the streets of America, either.” — Mitch Landrieu, former Mayor

The rates of children in the foster care system or awaiting adoption are overwhelming. In the United States, over 391,000 children are living in the foster care

Burnout is a prevalent and enduring problem in the U.S. One study showed that 76% of Americans were experiencing burnout at the height of the

Social work volunteer opportunities are a way you can pursue your career as a social worker but feel more connected and professional about your work.

Bullying. It’s an idea that strikes anger in parents’ hearts and exasperation in the minds of teachers and others who work with kids. If you’re

Fast Facts about Mental Health in Underrepresented Students This page will explore the challenges faced by underrepresented students in the U.S. postsecondary school system. The

LGBTQ+ people experience discrimination, abuse, and harm from homophobic hate. In the workplace, at school, and in their daily lives, LGBTQ+ people fear shunning, harassment,

There is an unfortunate truth in America: Child abuse is a rampant, major societal problem that touches every community in this country. The statistics bear

Fentanyl is one of the world’s most deadly opioid drugs. It’s been around for more than six decades, and although it’s a prescription drug, it’s

As you prepare to write your social work personal statement, remember that it’s not just about your personality. The goal of this statement is to

In 2020, there were nearly 716,000 social worker jobs in the United States, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). The rate of social