The National Human Services Assembly is deeply saddened by the recent racially-motivated mass shooting in Buffalo, New York that killed ten people and injured three others. While we grieve with all the families and communities affected, we also send our thoughts to all the first responders, and healthcare and human service professionals who continue to […]

Season’s Greetings NHSA Members and Partners! As the end of the year approaches, I find myself thankful for my first eight months serving as the Executive Director for the National Human Services Assembly. Whether it has been collaborating with the board, staff, member representatives, partners, or supporters, I am fortunate to be in the company […]

Spivak Honored with Change Agent Award CenterLink CEO Denise Spivak was recently honored with the Change Agent Award from PowerOn. The PowerOn Awards Ceremony honors individuals and organizations within the program whose tireless work helps keep LGBTQ+ communities connected to the resources they need. CEO Transition at NAF Lisa Dughi took over as CEO of […]

WASHINGTON, August 26, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The National Human Services Assembly (National Assembly) welcomed over 50 national leaders in the health and human service sector to its virtual 2021 Annual Meeting on Monday, August 23, 2021. The event, featuring guest remarks from U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Secretary Xavier Becerra, was hosted […]

“What have I, or those I represent, to do with your national independence? Are the great principles of political freedom and of natural justice, embodied in that Declaration of Independence, extended to us?” – Fredrick Douglass Reflections from the Executive Director This is an excerpt from Frederick Douglass’ speech, “What to the Slave is the […]