SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 19
(By Senators Hunter, Dempsey, Minard, Minear, Unger, Love,
McCabe, Jenkins and Foster)
Designating the month of March, 2005, as "Professional Social Work
Month".
Whereas, Social workers have the education and experience to
guide individuals, families and communities through complex issues
and choices, as well as the ability to connect individuals,
families and communities to available resources; and
Whereas, Social workers are positive and compassionate
professionals who are dedicated to improving the society in which
we live; and
Whereas, Social workers stand up for others to make sure
everyone has access to the same basic rights, protections and
opportunities; and
Whereas, Social workers help people help themselves, whenever
and wherever they need it most; therefore, be it
Resolved by the Senate:
That the Senate hereby designates the month of March, 2005, as
"Professional Social Work Month"; and, be it
Further Resolved, That the Senate hereby recognizes the
professionalism of social workers and their commitment to
individuals, families and communities; and, be it
Further Resolved, That the Clerk is hereby directed to forward
a copy of this resolution to the appropriate officials of the West
Virginia Chapter of the National Association of Social Workers.