SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 13
(By Senators Hunter, Caldwell, Rowe, Oliverio, Minear, Anderson,
Fanning, Edgell, Kessler, Minard, McCabe, Unger, Snyder, Plymale,
Wooton, Jackson, Craigo, Bowman, Prezioso, Helmick, Ross,
Facemyer, Redd, Burnette, Boley, Deem, Sprouse and Tomblin, Mr.
President)
Designating February 7, 2002, as "Social Work Day" in recognition
of social workers and their commitment and dedication to
individuals, families and communities.
Whereas, Social workers help millions of people address social
and psychological problems in order to improve their lives; and
Whereas, Social workers bridge the gap between resources and
the people who need them; and
Whereas, Social workers use their education, training and
commitment to strengthen individuals, families and communities; and
Whereas, Social workers shape numerous programs and policies
which improve community life; and
Whereas, Social workers provide services in many areas,
including private practices, family counseling, courts, nursing
homes, hospices, mental health clinics, child welfare agencies,
hospitals, schools, universities, prisons and corporations;
therefore, be it
Resolved by the Senate:
That the Senate hereby designates February 7, 2002, as "Social Work Day" in recognition of social workers and their commitment and
dedication to individuals, families and communities; and, be it
Further Resolved, That the Clerk is hereby directed to forward
a copy of this resolution to the West Virginia chapter of the
National Association of Social Workers.