The NASW-NM Ethics Committee is represented by a diverse group of NASW members from around the state. All NASW NM members are welcome to participate. The group meets quarterly via Zoom.
Mastery of the Code of Ethics is not required, and in fact, this place is a great opportunity to learn more and hone your skills.
2026 Goals
Membership/Outreach
- Ensure a full committee with representation across the state, diversity, and licensure levels, including one student. To be a "full committee", the criteria include: at least 3 members, must be NASW member, a 3-year term, and committee members may not serve concurrently on the chapter Board of Directors.
Training
- Educate Social workers on how to integrate Ethics, the Code of Ethics, and decision-making model(s) into their practice by encouraging critical thinking and creative process through provision of regular workshops for NM’s Social Workers, including at the NASW-NM annual Conference.
Reviews and Consultation
- Clarify expectations and process for state chapter ethics consultations and national reviews to members and provide an action plan to the committee, board, and members that involves communicating with other chapters and the National Office.
Currently, our members are served by the NASW’s national Office of Ethics and Professional Review. If you are looking for guidance on an ethical issue, you’re in luck. One of the benefits of NASW membership is consultation for your ethical questions. Here’s a link to the NASW’s national Office of Ethics and Professional Review.
NM Ethics Committee Members
- Emet Ma’ayan, LCSW (chair)
- Concha Acosta, LISW
- Ellen Costilla, LCSW
- Kimberly Knox, Ph.D., LCSW
- Alex Trujillo, LCSW-S
Interested in learning more about your chapter’s Ethics Committee or perhaps joining? Contact Emily Guerra, NASW - NM Chapter Coordinator at eguerra.naswnm@socialworkers.org