NASW National
NASW Arizona
Chapter Committees
Board Officers
Board Members
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The National Association of Social Workers is a professional association with this IRS tax status.
What is a 501(c)(6)?
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The position currently held by Jeremy Arp. He earned a MSW and BSW from ASU, where he now teaches economics. He worked at the Governor’s Office and the PAFCO. He is involved with the Arizona Society of Association Executives.
Who the Chapter Executive Director?
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I am a Committee comprised of the Officers and 1 at-large member. I'm responsible for business between board meetings.
What is the Chapter Executive Commitee?
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My name is Patrick Shockley and I have a history of service to the Arizona and New Mexico chapter of NASW. I am the leader of the Arizona Chapter of NASW. I serve as the ex-officio member of all committees and lead the Board meetings.
Who is the Chapter President?
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Carlos Ramos is from NAU Yuma and is pursuing a BSW. Frank Duran is pursuing MSW at ASU Tucson. Their term is 1 year. They connect the Chapter to campuses and serve on committees.
Who are the Chapter Student Representatives?
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NASW has this many chapters across the United States and its territories.
What is 55?
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The position held currently by Yolie Contreras, who has a BA in Women & Gender Studies from ASU. Helps route correspondence, process checks and invoices, answer phones and emails. Works at the Chapter Office 16 hours a week.”
Who is the Chapter Administrative Assistant?
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This Committee has its own board of trustees, bank account and operations standards. Endorses and possibly funds candidates. Has a couple of Board members in the ranks.
What is AZ NASW PACE?
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I'm Dori DiPietro. I run the social work program at Mesa Community College. I serve on the Professional Development and Executive Committee. I like Yoga.
Who is the Chapter President-Elect?
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Katie Mommaerts and Melissa Rhodes are both from Flagstaff. Melissa has served on AZ NASW PACE and Katie has won Branch awards before. Both women have strong connections to the community and are very involved with NAU.
Who are the Branch 3 Representatives?
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This is the representative, decision-making body comprised of 277 elected people- through which NASW members set broad organizational policy, establish program priorities and develops a collective stance on public and professional issues.
What is Delegate Assembly?
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I am located at 77 E. Columbus Ave., Ste. 202. I share office space with Protecting Arizona's Family Coalition (PAFCO).
What is the Chapter Office address?
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I provide guidance to the Chapter regarding continuing education, conference, and retreats. I analyze the results of these events and make recommendations to Chapter Staff.
What is the Chapter Professional Development Committee?
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I'm Angela Schultz. Part of my board duties include reviewing the finances and making recommendations. I serve on the Executive Committee. I work for a Congressperson. I've served on AZ NASW PACE. I like to run. Another title for me is "2nd Vice President for Budget & Finance."
Who is the Chapter Treasurer?
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Mike Tokunaga and Ruby Rideout both live in Prescott. They both work the VA. Ruby is in training to serve on the Ethics Committee. Mike was selected as the at-large member for the Executive Committee. They run monthly networking meetings in Prescott.
Who are the Branch 4 Representatives?
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The position held by Kathryn Wehrmann. She is currently a faculty member and BSW Program Director at Illinois State University (ISU). She served as a Senior Fulbright Scholar in Romania where she conducted research on child welfare reform.”
Who is the NASW (national) President?
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The Arizona Chapter’s website, where you can sign up for Chapter events, post jobs, and RSVP for Chapter Board meetings. It will be redesigned soon as part of the Modernization & Revitalization initiative.
What is naswaz.com?
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This Committee provides input/guidance to the Chapter Diversity Plan and helps with the annual Diversity Plan update, which is due at the end of August every year. The plan provides guidance to the chapter.
What is the Chapter Diversity Committee?
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I'm Shannon Schell. I work for the Arizona Coalition to End Sexual & Domestic Violence. I'm the Chair for the Public Policy Committee. I serve on the Executive Committee. I frequently lobby at the State Legislature.
Who is the Chapter Secretary?
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Victoria Ramirez and Katie Cotter Stalker. Victoria works with the VA and Katie is a faculty member at ASU Tucson. Victoria serves on the Diversity Committee and Katie serves on the Professional Development Committee. Both plan the monthly event in Tucson as part of the branch they represent.
Who are the Branch 2 Representatives?
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The website that someone can find out about anything NASW related. Information includes Board of Directors, info on governance, national news, policy briefs, and info on Modernization & Revitalization.
What is socialworkers.org?
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I am the document that provides governance direction to the Chapter. I replaced the Chapter Bylaws in 2016. I tell you what the mandated Committees are, term lengths, and duties of board members and staff. You can find me on the Chapter website's Board Admin page.
What is the Chapter Charter?
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This committee discusses public policy, legislative and regulatory concerns, and oversees the Social Work Day at the Legislature. Focuses on strategies and acts on recommended priorities.
What is the Chapter Public Policy Committee?
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I'm Jessica Begay! I've served on the Board as a Branch 1 Representative. I'm a gifted speaker and have presented at Chapter functions. I've spoken about tribes and child welfare. I work for SRP-MIC.
Who is the Chapter Vice President.
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Robin Bonifas (ASU Faculty & former NASWZ Treasurer); Heidi Rodriguez (Prof. Dev. Committee); Cherie Conte and Karen Voyer Caravona (Networking planners); Bianca Harper (new member, serves as faculty at USC); Meka Green (new member, serves on Diversity Committee); Bahney Dedoplh (new member, serves on the Public Policy Committee). The group plans a big event for the Social Work Month in the branch they represent.
Who are the Branch 1 Representatives?
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