IL HR1038

Designates March as Social Work Month in the State of Illinois

Recognizes the social work profession's mission to enhance well-being and meet basic needs of vulnerable populations

Acknowledges over 640,000 social workers nationwide and more than 20,000 in Illinois working across government, schools, healthcare, military, and mental health facilities

Highlights social workers' historical contributions to civil rights, workplace safety, Social Security, Medicaid, and the Affordable Care Act

Notes social workers serve as the largest group of mental health care providers in the United States and provide critical support to veterans, children, families, and disaster survivors