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Bauld Center

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Official Website of The Association of Black Social Workers

Nova Scotia

Mission

The key mission of the association is to act as support group and professional development resource for African Canadian workers. The ABSW provides a structure and forum through which Black Social Workers and workers in related fields can exchange ideas, offer services and develop programs in the interest of the Black Community and the community at large.

Vision

Access and equal opportunities for under-represented communities

Goal

To contribute towards the health and wellbeing of people of African descent in Nova Scotia

Available Services to the Community

ABSW offers educational and community based programs ranging from clinical counselling to professional development. ABSW conducts awareness sessions on social issues such as: Mental Health, Substance Abuse, Gambling, Parenting Bi-racial/Black Children, Palliative Care etc