LAUSR

There are so many important events taking place in the nation and in the world at this time. Yet, in preparing for this issue of Social Work and reviewing the manuscripts, I was struck by the importance of families in addressing how individuals and communities process information and place meaning on the challenges around them. So often the first thought is to consider how to respond to the individual, the community, and the broader society. However, it is the family structure that is often left to negotiate these challenges and to help people navigate what is being experienced. Therefore, it is important to consider challenges facing contemporary families and the vital role that social workers play in responding to families in practice.