Research Guides: Human Services: Online Sources

National Organization for Human Services
Dedicated to the practice of human services, the National Organization for Human Services, NOHS, focuses on building the community through many methods including professional development opportunities and advocating positive and impactful social policies. Memberships are extended to students, educators and practitioners. NOHS produces several publications, hosts a variety of forums and discussion lists and offers grants and scholarships.
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Regional affiliations exist for the Mid-Atlantic, Midwest, South, West/Northwest and New England.
U.S. Department of Health & Human Services
US Department of Health & Human Services, HHS, aims to improve and safeguard the health and quality of life for those living in the United States. HHS agencies offers services and conducts research in the areas of medicine, public health and social services.
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Agencies include the Administration for Children and Families (ACF), Administration for Community Living (ACL), Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ), Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry (ATSDR), Office of the Assistant Secretary for Health (ASH), Office of Assistant Secretary for Public Affairs (ASPA).
Human Services Council - NYC
The Human Services Council, HSC, fosters a diverse network of human service organizations. Together, we discuss ideas and take collective action on issues that impact the entire sector and those they serve. Through advocacy and collaboration, we support member organizations and their leaders in addressing their concerns of public policy, economic trends, and the regulatory environment. The human services workforce encapsulates 200,000+ providers in subsectors including: housing access, childcare, elder care, shelters, food pantries, mental health counseling, and disaster response. As the voice of the human services community, we highlight the struggles of those we serve, and amplify the need for a strong, well invested sector.
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Memberships to HSC are available through registration online.
The New York State LGBT Health & Human Services Network
The New York State ork State Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Health & Human Services Network (The Network) is a coalition founded in 1994 and administered by The Center, consisting of 54 LGBT-specific and LGBT-supportive nonprofit organizations that provide care to LGBT New Yorkers and our families. Network members support and learn from each other, help build capacity and increase their ability to foster a safer and more supportive state for all LGBT people. For example, recognizing that many transgender clients have varied life experiences—many of which involve a combination of racism, classism and trans- or homophobia—The Network works to improve the quality of resources and care that each organization can offer to this community.