Data shows New Mexico has a large racial disparity in social work

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – For the first time ever, newly released data is giving a clear look at who passes the test to become a social worker. The numbers show large racial disparities in New Mexico, and some say that's hurting communities.If you want to become a social worker, you need to be licensed. In New Mexico, as across the country, part of that licensure process involves passing the Association of Social Work Board (ASWB) exam. There are multiple levels of the exam relating