This group is command central for the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Committee of the National Association of Social Workers -- NYC Chapter. We 3 times per year. Please check be on the lookout for flyers/e-blasts about upcoming meetings.

The Committee's mission is:

• To provide LGBT social workers and social work students with a peer network that promotes connection, positive interaction and mutual support

• To celebrate the contributions LGBT social workers make to the profession

• To provide continuing education in order to empower social workers to better serve the needs of LGBT clients and expand their clinical and community based practice

• To promote social justice on behalf of lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender people

• To support research that contributes to the existing body of social work knowledge with an emphasis on LGBT cultural competency