President’s message
Leadership is not simply about holding a title; it is about service, sacrifice, and vision. As President of CABSW, I am honored to stand on the shoulders of those who came before me and to walk alongside the next generation of Black social workers. Together, we continue our mission to uplift our community, strengthen our families, and advance justice.
I invite you to not only witness the work of CABSW but to become part of it. Whether through serving on a committee, mentoring students, or lending your voice to advocacy efforts, your involvement makes our chapter stronger. We need committed hands and passionate hearts to carry this work forward. Join us in ensuring that our legacy of leadership and service continues for generations to come.
Antanet Roberts, LCSW, President
Our Executive Board 2024-2026
Executive Committee
Antanet C. Roberts
MSW, LCSW President
Mrs. Cathy Smith Gilham
LCSW, Vice President
Franann A. Frempong LSW
Recording Secretary
Maxine Miller
Financial Secretary
Dr. Deborah Perkins
Treasurer
Past Presidents
We honor the legacy of those who came before us. Their leadership paved the way for our continued advocacy and community impact.
National Office
The National Office is located in Washington, DC and is operated by a three-person staff, National Office Manager, National Bookkeeper and the National Office Assistant. This office is responsible for implementing the national work plan, communicating with chapters, facilitating the distribution of newsletters, email blasts, processing memberships, managing National and International Conference registrations, and responding to daily inquiries from members and the general public.
The National Office is monitored and supervised by the National Executive Committee.
National Association of Black Social Workers, Inc.
2305 Martin Luther King, Jr. Ave. S.E.
Washington, D.C. 20020
Phone: (202) 678-4570
Fax: (202) 678-4572
Our Committees
Love and Care
Constitution
Budget and Finance
Membership
Professional Development
Scholarship
Civil Liberties & Social Justice
Social Media & Website