Mayor Muriel Bowser has nominated Ms. Angela Hardiman for appointment as a licensed graduate social worker member of the Board of Social Work, filling a vacant seat previously held by Marjan Shallal. This nomination is in accordance with the Confirmation Act of 1978 and the District of Columbia Health Occupations Revision Act of 1985. Ms. Hardiman, a resident of Ward 7, has extensive experience in social work, currently serving as a social work case manager at Medstar Health and as an adjunct faculty member at Howard University. Her professional background includes roles in hospice care, permanent supportive housing, and various social services, demonstrating her commitment to improving the well-being of individuals and families in the community.

The proposed resolution, titled the "Board of Social Work Angela Hardiman Confirmation Resolution of 2025," seeks to confirm Ms. Hardiman's appointment for the remainder of an unexpired term ending March 3, 2028. The resolution outlines the Council's intent to transmit a copy of the resolution to both the nominee and the Office of the Mayor upon adoption, and it is set to take effect immediately. The legal sufficiency of the resolution has been reviewed and deemed unobjectionable by the Office of the General Counsel to the Mayor.