NASW-SC Chapter Board Elections 2022

Welcome to the NASW-SC Board Elections!

We need your help in selecting the best leadership for our chapter.

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* 1. Enter your NASW membership number here:

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* 2. Please select ONE candidate for Vice President of Finance

Mercedes Zubieta Richmond: As the Vice President of Finance for NASW-SC, I will support the chapter by applying data analytical and discerning skills to the roles, rules, and responsibilities from an ethical and moral perspective for the continued financial success of the chapter.

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* 3. Please select ONE candidate for Secretary:

Elizabeth V. Robinson: As a social worker, I am honored to have an opportunity to serve the NASW-SC Board of Directors. I believe in our profession and the value and worth we bring to the table. I am seeking election as secretary on the board to continue my support and involvement in NASW and our profound impact on our communities and those we serve.

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* 4. Please select ONE candidate for MSW Student Representative:

Tiha Allen: As a MSW Student Representative I believe that I will be rewarded the opportunity to learn and grow. I have demonstrated leadership qualities while volunteering in the community and at my place of employment and believe I am able to bring the same leadership qualities as a MSW Student Representative.

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* 5. Please select ONE candidate for BSW Student Representative:

Caroline Chassereau: As the 2022 BSW Student of the Year for the SC Chapter, I believe that I have the credentials and drive to serve as the BSW Representative. This opportunity would not only allow me to advocate for student affairs and social work education, but also prepare me for future leadership positions in my social work career.

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* 6. If you live in Greenville, Laurens, Pickens, Oconee, Anderson, Abbeville, Greenwood, Saluda, Edgefield, or McCormick county, please select ONE candidate for Western Unit Representative:

Kristina Dwyer: Together, with other social work leaders, I have been working within the community to reintroduce in-person continuing education hours. I strive in finding strong individuals to assist social workers in gaining continuing education hours to benefit the profession, clients, and the community.

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* 7. If you live Aiken, Allendale, Bamberg, Barnwell, Calhoun, Fairfield, Kershaw, Lexington, Newberry, Orangeburg, or Richland county, please select TWO candidate for Central Unit Representative:

Tamara Church: When I ran for this position in 2020, my goal was to improve member communications. Since that time, I have collaborated with the board and our interns to enhance our quarterly newsletter (The Provider), and look forward to making more progress while also continuing to support other NASW-SC goals and initiatives.

Ashlin Parnell: As a former WJB Dorn VA intern, my commitment to working with marginalized populations, such as Veterans ad the elderly, inspires me to recruit other VA workers to membership while supporting social workers in the Midlands and throughout SC to bridge the gap between public health and social work.

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* 8. If you live in Sumter, Florence, Lee, Clarendon, Horry, Darlington, Chesterfield, Marlboro, Dillon, Marion, Williamsburg, or Georgetown county, please select ONE candidate for Pee Dee Unit Representative:

Suzanne S. Prosser: As Pee Dee Unit Rep, I will engage and collaborate with new and existing members to continue the unit's excellent momentum by offering interesting training opportunities for ceus, integrating new members and conveying updates/concerns of existing members by liaisoning between our chapter board and area unit members.

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* 9. If you live in Beaufort, Berkeley, Charleston, Colleton, Dorchester, Hampton, or Jasper county, please select ONE candidate for Southern Unit Representative:

Jackie Kohlhepp: It would be my honor to serve as the Southern Unit Representative for the chapter. I want to support my fellow NASW members, helping them to strengthen their impact, and gain access to the resources needed to be personally and professionally successful in their passionate service of our SC community.

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* 10. Please select One to serve as Chair for the Committee on Nominations and Leadership Identification.

Kendra O'Berry: I am running for this position to continue the work started by the previous chair and myself.