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<p>Political Action for Candidate Election (PACE) Committees are a tool for advancing social work values in politics. They provide a structured way to support local, state, and federal candidates who are aligned with the social work profession, for example, by demonstrating commitment to social justice, equity, and human rights. PACE Committees work at the state level, related to their state chapters of the National Association of Social Workers (NASW). There is also a separate PACE Board of Trustees at the federal level for national candidates. The present article explores the history, function, and benefits of PACE, examining the potential to amplify the profession’s ability to influence public policy by electing more legislators whose policies will serve clients well. Despite their benefits, many social workers are unaware of the existence of PACE Committees. This article advocates for greater social worker engagement and gives practical suggestions to join, or start, a PACE Committee in their state.</p>

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Building Political Power: why Social Workers Should Join PACE Committees

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  • 发表日期：

    2025年9月26日

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  • Allison Berkowitz,
  • Brendan P. Young

摘要

Political Action for Candidate Election (PACE) Committees are a tool for advancing social work values in politics. They provide a structured way to support local, state, and federal candidates who are aligned with the social work profession, for example, by demonstrating commitment to social justice, equity, and human rights. PACE Committees work at the state level, related to their state chapters of the National Association of Social Workers (NASW). There is also a separate PACE Board of Trustees at the federal level for national candidates. The present article explores the history, function, and benefits of PACE, examining the potential to amplify the profession’s ability to influence public policy by electing more legislators whose policies will serve clients well. Despite their benefits, many social workers are unaware of the existence of PACE Committees. This article advocates for greater social worker engagement and gives practical suggestions to join, or start, a PACE Committee in their state.