
A Community of Practice Advancing Human Services Through Research & Data
Our Mission
NAWRS is a non-profit association whose purpose is to promote the exchange of ideas on how research and statistical analysis can contribute to the development and
administration of effective human services programs.
About NAWRS
What we do
NAWRS hosts a number of events year-round to facilitate information sharing across the human services research community. These include regular virtual events including webinars and affinity groups, such as the TANF data huddle. Learn more on our Events page.
Every other year, NAWRS hosts a workshop to bring together our community of practice to share the latest research on human service programs. Learn more about this year’s workshop on our 2025 Workshop page.
Who we are
NAWRS is governed by an all-volunteer, elected board. Board members make planning, administrative, and business decisions for the Organization. Learn more about our NAWRS Board of Directors on our Board page.
Volunteers
Members contribute to the planning and operation of our workshops and events. To find out more, visit the Get Involved section.



Get in Touch
Have a question or want to get involved? Please visit the Get Involved page to contact us or email NAWRS at NAWRSWorkshop@gmail.com.