About NASW
Founded in 1955, the National Association of Social Workers (NASW) is the largest membership organization of professional social workers in the world, with more than 120,000 members. NASW works to enhance the professional growth and development of its members, to create and maintain professional standards, and to advance sound social policies.

About NASW-TN

The Tennessee Chapter, with approximately 2,000 members, is the major professional social work organization in the state. NASW is committed to advancing professional social work practice and the profession; and to promoting sound social policies. Our professional members work in a broad range of settings including mental health centers, hospitals and other health care settings, community agencies, government, academia, business, nursing homes, schools, and private practice.

The Chapter office is located at 50 Vantage Way, Suite 250, Nashville, Tennessee 37228. The staff is available to respond to member inquiries regarding social work practice, legislative and social policy issues, continuing education, licensing issues, and other informational requests. The Chapter provides continuing education activities focused on strengthening social work practice and improving services for Tennesseans.

 NASW-TN's Branches and Committees provide a source of networking and education for members and work on continuing education, professional, social policy, and legislative issues as well as organizational development. 

Phone: (615) 321-5095          Toll-free (877) 810-8103

NASW-TN Chapter Staff

Executive Director- Karen Franklin, LAPSW
kfranklin.naswtn@socialworkers.org

Program Director- Lauren Lee, LMSW
llee.naswtn@socialworkers.org

Policy and Engagement Coordinator- Bethany Justice, MSW
bjustice.naswtn@socialworkers.org

50 Vantage Way, Suite 250, Nashville, TN 37228