California Social Welfare Archives (CSWA)

Upcoming Events

California Social Work Hall of Distinction Class of '25 Induction Ceremony

15 November @ Marriott Irvine

About

Established in 1979, the California Social Welfare Archives acquires and preserves materials of historical significance and conducts and publishes oral history interviews with social work pioneers in order to document the development of social welfare in California. The Archives are available to those seeking to examine our history in order to inform understanding of contemporary problems and potential solutions.In 2002, the California Social Work Hall of Distinction was added to CSWA’s mission and honors individuals who have made exceptional contributions to social welfare and the social work profession. The inductee biographies and interviews found in the Hall provide the basis for research projects by social work students throughout California and the nation.Contact us at 213.764.3069 or cswa@swarchive.org