People write messages about topics of interest. As other people visit the message board, they are able to quickly scan the messages that previous visitors have left. If they find a message which addresses a topic of interest, they are able to read that message as well as all subsequent replies to it. Some message boards are more focused than others. It is considered rude to visit a focused message board and write about unrelated topics.
Most websites begin with a general, all topic message board.
When a group of people become serious about discussing a particular subject area, they talk with the webmaster about have a subject-focused message board created for them. The following message boards are currently available. They can be reached via the links below, or through the gray submenu at the top right-hand side of this web page. This message board is intended as a place where social workers can discuss topics ranging from momentous to minutia. This board is also a good place for people to leave any feedback they might have regarding ACSW-related issues.