Congrats to Hope Center Exec Director Dr. Lena Green, MSW ’01/DSW ’18, recipient of NYU CMEP’s Distinguished Alum Nia Award! Her visionary leadership, deep compassion & unwavering commitment to equity have reshaped mental health access & uplifted communities across NYC.

Nearly 1 in 7 young adults in the U.S. are directly impacted by some form of police violence or neglect each year, found a new study led by Associate Professor Jordan Devylder. Read more about the study & its implications for public health at www.nyu.edu/about/news-p...

“Everybody should be able to access resources, regardless of income or background.” That’s a shared belief between public libraries & social work, Clinical Assoc Prof Peggy Morton said on the Library Social Work podcast: librarysocialwork.substack.com/p/draft-dr-p... . #NationalLibraryWeek

In his State of the School, Dean Michael A. Lindsey shared how we’re growing our CE partnerships to help practitioners show up stronger. That includes new advanced certificate programs in emerging & in-demand areas of practice like political and gerontological social work.

As the demand for highly qualified mental health professionals grows, we’re innovating to give our graduates an edge. Partnering with @nyutandon.bsky.social & NYU Steinhardt colleagues, we’re developing “Emma”—an AI avatar for VR clinical training. Meet Emma & learn more: www.nyu.edu/about/news-p...

The value of an NYU Silver education continues far beyond graduation. This spring, we’re furthering our commitment to alumni with the launch of NYU Silver Mental Health Access Resource Tool (NYU SMART). Watch Dean Michael A. Lindsey describe this first-of-its-kind resource.

When most people think of therapy animals, they may imagine dogs or cats. Through her research on bovine-assisted therapy, Clinical Assistant Prof Katherine Compitus is expanding that picture. She recently explained on @wbai.org’s Animal Matters. Listen at soundcloud.com/jeff-simmons....

“Holding just a little space and time for someone to get their thoughts together...does more than we know.” Social work major Asher Brenner, BS ’26, spoke to CBS Newspath about being a “buddy” to his “mentor” Martin, who has dementia. Watch their story: www.youtube.com/watch?v=x_Gr...

“Social workers cannot continue to be silent as the firearm violence epidemic rages on,” write Prof/Dean Emeritus Neil Guterman & UBuffalo's Patricia Logan-Greene. Learn why & how they say social workers are uniquely positioned to lead gun violence prevention. socialwork.nyu.edu/news/2026/so...

You don't have to choose between a passion and a paycheck. NYU Silver’s Dr. Tiffany Llewellyn tells CNBC how today's social workers are securing competitive salaries across multiple industries. Focus on “the income and the outcome,” she urges students. www.cnbc.com/2026/04/03/m....

As more people turn to risky AI tools for mental health support, how should clinicians respond? In an interview with NPR, Asst Prof Shaddy Saba said therapists should encourage, not avoid, conversations about their clients’ AI use. Learn why: www.npr.org/2026/04/06/n...

Congrats to Dr. Joanna De La Cruz-Romero, DSW ’26, @naswny.bsky.social’s Doctoral Student of the Year! Nominator Dr. Odetta Keane, DSW ’26, said Joanna’s research on Post-Migration Stress Disorder & activism show “real change happens when we combine academic brilliance with grassroots grit.”

TUNE IN SUNDAY at 9AM: Hear Clinical Asst Prof @KCompitus.bsky.social live on @WBAI.org’s Animal Matters. She’ll be discussing the benefits of bovine-assisted therapy w/hosts @jackHhites.bsky.social & Erin Clarke. Listen on 99.5 FM in NYC or online at wbai.org.

Happy #ArabAmericanHeritageMonth! In keeping with this year’s theme, “Many Voices, One Community,” we join in celebrating Arab Americans’ diverse cultures and enduring legacies. Their contributions in every area of American society continue to enrich our nation’s story.

“The experience opened my eyes in so many ways,” says Kayla Tavarez, MSW ’26, of our intensive course on child and adolescent trauma in Buenos Aires. Read her reflections and why she encourages other students to study abroad if they can: socialwork.nyu.edu/news/2026/ga...

Congrats to PhD student Lucy Prout, recipient of the Academy of Criminal Justice Sciences’ Outstanding Grad Student Award in Victimology. Learn about her research on intimate & sexual violence, focused on non-carceral, community-based responses & prevention. socialwork.nyu.edu/news/2026/lu...

Practicum education is shifting. From strains on agency resources to the changing social environment, the challenges are real. At a recent CSWE “Hot Topics” presentation, NYU Silver experts shared how we’re pioneering solutions. Read our story to learn more: socialwork.nyu.edu/news/2026/re...

How is social work like swing dance? Both are “all about interacting with others and improvising in tough situations,” wrote Gwynteth Lyons in a Washington Square News story matching NYU schools with dance styles. Check it out at nyunews.com/arts/perform...

Supported by a $25K C+M Center grant, Dr. @dalemaglalang.bsky.social is building a chatbot to foster critical consciousness in Asian American LGBTQ+ youth. It aims to be an accessible, low-touch means of promoting social action and mental well-being. Learn more: socialwork.nyu.edu/news/2026/gr...

In a period of transition for health and human services, how can our child protection system retain strategies that work while innovating for the future? Join us on April 29 for the 2026 Elliott Wesley Carten Memorial Lectureship. Register at web.cvent.com/event/53a0ac...

“How do we ensure that rapidly advancing technologies serve people, not the other way around?” asked Dean @drmikelindsey.bsky.social at our C+M Center’s annual AI Conference. That was the central question at the day-long event. Read our recap at socialwork.nyu.edu/news/2026/th....

March is #WomensHistoryMonth. Across every sector of society, women have exemplified this year’s theme, “Leading the Change: Women Shaping a Sustainable Future.” This is particularly true in the social work profession, where women make up over 80% of the workforce.

While the “crisis of masculinity” dominates headlines, many overlook data suggesting young women are struggling more. In @faith-hill.bsky.social’s @theatlantic.com story on this disparity, Assoc Prof Sarah Narendorf argues well-being isn’t a zero-sum game. www.theatlantic.com/family/2026/....

Should a 3-week school absence trigger a CPS call? Dr. Jessica Chock-Goldman, MSW ’12/DSW ’21, tells NYTimes that many absences stem from challenges like homelessness & parental mental illness, not intentional neglect. School social workers are part of the solution. www.nytimes.com/2026/02/19/n...

“When you are an orphan in Uganda, you are taken care of by the extended family,” said endowed Prof & @nyumcsilver.bsky.social Faculty Director Fred Ssewamala, who knows that firsthand. Learn how he has dedicated his research to supporting those in similar circumstances: www.nyu.edu/about/news-p...

How do structural harm, trauma & systemic inequality shape the lives of young people & families impacted by the criminal legal system? Find out at our Evolving Justice Initiative’s book talk on “94A6325: Coming of Age in the Era of Mass Incarceration.” RSVP: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

Ilia Malinin’s performance during the men’s free skate at #MilanoCortina2026 is a powerful reminder of the mental toll of high-stakes competition. Check out NYU’s “Cool Course” dispatch on our sports social work elective. www.nyu.edu/about/news-p...

Happy Year of the Horse! We are inspired by the passion and dedication of our community. May this Fire Horse year bring bold strides and bright rewards for you and your loved ones.

“Just like the Silver School of Social Work, the @frickcollection.bsky.social is small but mighty,” writes Alessa Alluin in Washington Square News. Check out her column recommending museums NYU students should visit based on their school. nyunews.com/arts/visual/....

New research from PhD Candidate @moiyattu.bsky.social found that for many minoritized young adults with mental health challenges, family support isn't enough. She calls for new pathways for young people to build relationships in their communities. Read our story: socialwork.nyu.edu/news/2026/st...

Kick off #SocialWorkMonth with us on 2/27, 6:30-9pm at #NYU’s Hemmerdinger Hall. We’re bringing together NYU Silver students, faculty, alumni & social work professionals for a free evening combining professional development with intentional networking. cvent.me/wl7KZm.

NYU Silver’s Post-Master’s Certificate Program in using AI to Support Mental Health is an example of integrating AI tools with human oversight to improve mental health outcomes, writes Arush Chandna in @NYUNews. Read his guest essay. nyunews.com/opinion/gues...

NYU Silver research excellence was on display at #SSWR2026. Our scholars garnered national honors and contributed to more than 70 symposia, oral presentations, flash talks, posters, and other events. Read our recap & check out our photo gallery: socialwork.nyu.edu/news/2026/ny....

On this landmark 100th Anniversary of national Black history commemorations, we join in honoring the profound contributions of Black Americans across every sector of society. #BlackHistoryMonth #BlackHistoryMonth2026

At least 8 New Yorkers, including several who were homeless, died in this week’s snowstorm & sub-freezing temperatures. Prof Deborah K. Padgett shared her research on why some homeless people resist the offer of a shelter bed, even in frigid weather. www.newsday.com/news/weather...

Today marks the 20th anniversary of International Holocaust Remembrance Day and 81 years since the liberation of Auschwitz-Birkenau. We join in honoring the memory of the six million Jews and the millions of other marginalized people murdered by the Nazi regime.

“Michael A. Lindsey has emerged as a central figure in redefining mental health," writes @cityandstateny.bsky.social in naming our Dean to the 2026 Trailblazers in Health Care. Congrats to Dean Lindsey for his tremendous impact & this much deserved recognition! www.cityandstateny.com/power-lists/...

Clinical treatment alone can’t fix the profound social injustices faced by those with schizophrenia. Asst Prof @ana-tf.bsky.social & Assoc Prof Jordan DeVylder co-authored a new call to action for social workers to lead the way toward more just, humane systems of care: doi.org/10.1080/1533...

“We must accept finite disappointment, but never lose infinite hope,” said Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., in February 1968. This #MLKDay, we honor Dr. King and his call for perseverance in the face of ongoing struggles for justice and equality.

Congrats to #NYUSilverAlum Nataliya Yakovleva, BS ’01/MSW ’02, on being named CEO of @nychealthsystem.bsky.social’s Coler Nursing Home. She will now lead one of the nation’s largest public long-term care facilities. Learn more about Nataliya & her appointment: bit.ly/coler-ceo.

“NYU Silver prepared me for the real world,” says alum Dana Harsanyi, MSW ’15. As Head of Care Management at Hera, she’s using her social work expertise to help families navigate the complexities of caring for aging loved ones. Her story: socialwork.nyu.edu/profiles/dan...

No more waitlists for at-risk youth mental health support! Our SSWTA’s partnership with charter school network DREAM is expanding students’ counseling access while training the next generation of culturally responsive social workers. Learn more: socialwork.nyu.edu/news/2026/pa...

From developing AI-driven poverty solutions to pioneering immersive training simulations, NYU Silver leads in clinical education & high-impact research. Read our latest Scholarship & Impact Newsletter to explore many ways we’re shaping the field: mailchi.mp/nyu/silver-s...

Next week at #SSWR2026, NYU Silver scholars will present on topics including intimate partner violence, young adult mental health, migration, HIV/AIDS & global health. Check out our presentation schedule & see us in action! socialwork.nyu.edu/faculty-and-...

Season’s Greetings from #NYUSilver! Thank you to all our treasured members of the Silver community & network. Your partnership in our mission to advance excellence in social work scholarship, innovation& practice is truly a gift. We look forward to all we’ll do together in 2026.

Congrats to Prof Deborah Padgett, who will receive @SSWRorg.bsky.social’s Distinguished Career Achievement Award at #SSWR2026. A globally recognized scholar in homelessness, mental health services & qualitative/mixed-methods research, her work has had an enormous impact on policy & practice.

Our recent mini-conference with @nyumcsilver.bsky.social & our Constance and Martin Silver Center on Data Science and Social Equity showcased responsible uses of AI to fight poverty and advance public health. Read our recap at socialwork.nyu.edu/news/2025/mi...

Congrats to Professor @michelle-munson.bsky.social on her selection as an American Academy of Social Work & Social Welfare Fellow! She is an internationally recognized expert in mental health services & interventions for adolescents & young adults. Learn more: socialwork.nyu.edu/news/2025/pr...

Aging parents are often infantilized by their adult children & it needs to stop, says Stacey Gordon, DSW ’21, Assoc ED of Older Adult Services at @qchnyc.bsky.social & Sr Fellow at CHAI. Read her provocative interview with NYU News about her research on family ageism. www.nyu.edu/about/news-p...

Have we gone too far in calling everything painful ‘trauma’? At our recent #NYUSilverAlumni panel, 4 trauma experts explored that question as well as humans’ capacity for healing. Read our recap at socialwork.nyu.edu/news/2025/al....