National Association for Self-Esteem

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The National Association for Self-Esteem (NASE) is an American organization devoted to promoting the importance of self-esteem. The organization describes its purpose as "to fully integrate self-esteem into the fabric of American society so that every individual, no matter what their age or background, experiences personal worth and happiness." [1] It was founded in 1986 as the National Council for Self-Esteem. [2]

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History

In 1986, with sponsorship by State Assemblyman John Vasconcellos, the state of California created the California Task Force to Promote Self-Esteem and Personal and Social Responsibility. The Task Force completed a report and was subsequently disbanded, but the creation of the National Council for Self-Esteem was motivated by its work. [2]

Organization and membership

NASE is organized into chapters. At one time the organization had 66 chapters in 29 different states. [3]

Members over the years have included:

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References

  1. "National Association for Self-Esteem (homepage)" . Retrieved August 15, 2011.
  2. 1 2 3 4 Hewitt, John P. (1998). The Myth of Self-Esteem . New York: St. Martin's Press. pp.  60–61. ISBN   0-312-17556-6.
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