Welcome to NADD
The National Association of Deans and Directors of Schools of Social Work (NADD) advances effective leadership and innovation in education, research and service and consists of over 200 graduate social work programs in the US and in Canada.
The need for strong leadership in the profession has never been greater. NADD supports Deans, Directors, and Chairs to be effective leaders in higher education. Beginning, mid-career, and senior leaders benefit from an array of supports, including a very active listserv, two meetings a year and mentorship.
NADD meetings and collaborative practices promote exchange to address 2lst century challenges in social work and social welfare and to advance excellence in social work education and research. NADD has taken a strong role in support of social work knowledge development and knowledge brokering through its investment in the Institute for the Advancement of Social Work Research (IASWR) and the development of the proposed National Center for Social Work Research. NADD works closely with the Council on Social Work Education regarding educational excellence in educational policy and accreditation.
NADD sponsors several Task Forces and projects. We invite you to read about the work of these groups and our many other vibrant initiatives.
