Embracing Diversity

Join one of the most diverse learning environments on the University of Washington campus and experience a social work education like no other.

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Taking A Stand

The School of Social Work calls for an end to hate crimes in our communities and our nation, following the deadly anti-Semitic attack at the Tree of Life Synagogue in Pittsburgh, Penn.

Building Bright Futures

Our Communities in Action initiative uses an innovative strategy that draws on the strength of local communities to foster healthy behaviors for young people—on and off the field.

Accelerating Change

Our research and innovation centers are developing and deploying science-based solutions that accelerate social change for the greatest number with the greatet need.

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Leading the Field

Our innovative academic programs and guided field placements provide the foundation for a viable career dedicated to human justice and social change.

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Making an Impact

We're driving social change that's making news in local communities and beyond, as part of our deep commitment to fulfill the UW's innovation imperative.

Art as therapy

Exhibit open until Dec. 7

Explore ethnicity, identity and emotional turmoil through the eyes of a dozen artists in “Beautiful, 2018,” sponsored by the Asian Counseling Referral Service and the School of Social Work.

in memoriam

Guela Gayton Johnson

A distinguished School of Social Work librarian, influential community leader and matriarch of one of Seattle’s prominent African American families, Guela Gayton Johnson passed away on Oct. 8, 2018.

Making an Impact

How we collaborate for change

Our 2018 Impact Report underscores what researchers have known for decades: that diverse teams are more innovative, creative and effective in achieving lasting, meaningful change.

FAST FACTS

Fact Fact: $5 Million Awarded Annually in Student Support

Fact Fact: #1 In the World, School of Social Work, (Center for World University Rankings)

Fact Fact: 641 Students Committed to Social Impact

Fact Fact: 600+ Field Sites for BASW and MSW Students

Embracing Diversity

Taking A Stand

Building Bright Futures

Accelerating Change

Leading the Field

Making an Impact

News & Events

Art as therapy

Exhibit open until Dec. 7

in memoriam

Guela Gayton Johnson

Making an Impact

How we collaborate for change