The Washington State House passed the Matt Adler Suicide Assessment, Treatment, and Management Training Act of 2012 on February 10th, 2012. This act adds a new section to chapter 43.70 RCW and requires initial and ongoing training in suicide prevention for Chemical Dependency Professionals, Licensed Social Workers, and other professions.

Join NASW Vermont for two days of learning, sharing, and networking.

Join the NASW-CA DisAbilities Council as we engage in conversation with Ben Mattlin, discussing his upcoming book, UNBOUND: Notes from a Reluctant Disability Activist, out on June 24th from Blair. Ben Mattlin will be sharing a bit about his life’s journey, what he has learned about disabilities from a sociopolitical viewpoint, and what it means to be an activist or ally.

This milestone event, held at the beautiful WVSOM Conference Center in historic Lewisburg and online, will bring together social work professionals, health and human services providers, and community leaders to explore the unique challenges and innovative solutions impacting rural communities. The theme for this year’s conference, "Celebrating Our Roots, Forging Our Future: Resilience & Renewal in Rural Social Work," reflects the enduring strength and transformative potential of rural communities.