Danielle Parrish

The Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) is the national association representing social work education, encompassing over 900 accredited baccalaureate, master’s, practice doctorate, and post-master’s fellowship programs, as well as educators, students, practitioners, and agencies dedicated to advancing quality social work education. The private company is based in Alexandria, VA. CSWE’s Board of Accreditation ensures peer-reviewed accreditation standards that emphasize core social work values. The organization supports its members with resources including accreditation guidance, professional development, research, advocacy, and leadership opportunities. It offers a learning academy with hybrid training programs, webinars, and consultations to assist programs in meeting educational policy and accreditation standards. CSWE provides curriculum resources focused on diversity, social and economic justice, and culturally competent practice. Membership connects educators, practitioners, and students to a community advocating for social work education, offering benefits such as discounted conferences, networking, teaching materials, and advocacy support. CSWE engages in federal advocacy on issues like higher education funding, social justice, healthcare, and workforce development, and offers grants for international social work education projects.