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NASW Events Calendar

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NASW's national office and chapters offer a variety of events to members and non-members, including conferences, webinars, town halls, Q&A sessions, and more.

Please note: Be aware when registering for continuing education events that NASW accreditation does not imply automatic acceptance by all State Boards. Individuals should check with their licensing Board whether a specific program will be accepted for continuing education purposes.

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Current Changes and Challenges with Advance Directives, Guardianship and Abuse across the Nation

2/28/2023

Current Changes and Challenges with Advance Directives, Guardianship and Abuse across the Nation

Noon-1 p.m. Central

Join us for this information packed panel discussion to learn about the importance of and options for Advance Directives, recent changes in Wisconsin Advance Directives and Guardian Training, and a lively problem-solving discussion on the status and issues surrounding guardianship abuse.
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Ethics and Boundaries in Trauma Work: Unique Challenges and Opportunities

2/28/2023

Ethics and Boundaries in Trauma Work: Unique Challenges and Opportunities

1 p.m-5 p.m. Central

This workshop examines the unique ethical questions raised by our work with trauma survivors.
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Understanding Success Avoidance/Sabotage

3/1/2023

Understanding Success Avoidance/Sabotage

This session will explore the success avoidance phenomenon, outline its dynamics, and offer suggestions for helping your clients (and you!) manage it.
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Licensure Exam Prep Training – Clinical ASWB Exam

3/3/2023

Licensure Exam Prep Training – Clinical ASWB Exam

8 a.m.-3 p.m. Pacific

Learn the content and strategies to pass the Clinical ASWB exam for social work licensing. This one-day workshop will walk social workers through the necessary steps to pass the ASWB exam and reduce test anxiety.
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2023 NASW South Carolina Virtual Symposium Mini-Series

3/3/2023

2023 NASW South Carolina Virtual Symposium Mini-Series

The theme for this year's symposium is "Social Work Breaks Barriers." Register now and receive a discount for all 5 days and earn up to 25 Social Work CEU Hours!
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Heartland Social Work Month Virtual Conference 2023

3/3/2023

Heartland Social Work Month Virtual Conference 2023

NASW-Kansas Chapter in collaboration with the NASW-Oklahoma is honored to come together for this must-attend event of the year. The conference brings together participants from across Kansas and Oklahoma for learning, laughter, and networking.
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Genetics and Family Life: What Social Workers Need to Know

3/3/2023 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Genetics and Family Life: What Social Workers Need to Know

Join us March 3, 2023, at noon ET on YouTube Live for a conversation for social workers about genetics and family life with Allison Werner-Lin, PhD, LCSW.

Dr. Werner-Lin is Associate Professor at the School of Social Policy and Practice at the University of Pennsylvania. Her research addresses the intersection of genomic discovery and family life. Her work is among the first to explore the psychosocial challenges unique to women and men of reproductive age who carry a genetic mutation that confers elevated risk of cancer.

Join the conversation live or watch the replay
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Heartland Social Work Month Virtual Conference 2023

3/4/2023

Heartland Social Work Month Virtual Conference 2023

NASW-Kansas Chapter in collaboration with the NASW-Oklahoma is honored to come together for this must-attend event of the year. The conference brings together participants from across Kansas and Oklahoma for learning, laughter, and networking.
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2023 NASW Louisiana Annual Conference

3/6/2023

2023 NASW Louisiana Annual Conference

The 2023 NASW Louisiana Annual Conference will bring together social workers, allied professionals, and social work thought leaders from across the state, and around the country, for three (3) days of continuing education and networking to discuss today’s hot topics, best practices, and latest trends in the industry.
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2023 NASW Louisiana Annual Conference

3/7/2023

2023 NASW Louisiana Annual Conference

The 2023 NASW Louisiana Annual Conference will bring together social workers, allied professionals, and social work thought leaders from across the state, and around the country, for three (3) days of continuing education and networking to discuss today’s hot topics, best practices, and latest trends in the industry.
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From Mandated Reporting to Supporting

3/7/2023

From Mandated Reporting to Supporting

Join us to discuss the current punitive child welfare system, learn about how you can contribute legislative advocacy in NYS, and gain 2.5 FREE CEs while doing it!
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2023 NASW Louisiana Annual Conference

3/8/2023

2023 NASW Louisiana Annual Conference

The 2023 NASW Louisiana Annual Conference will bring together social workers, allied professionals, and social work thought leaders from across the state, and around the country, for three (3) days of continuing education and networking to discuss today’s hot topics, best practices, and latest trends in the industry.
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Eradicate Transphobia from Public Life Entirely

3/9/2023

Eradicate Transphobia from Public Life Entirely

Join our LGBTQQIAAPP+ Social Work Interest Group in response to Michael Knowles and his call for the "eradication" of transgenderism "from public life entirely."
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NASW Utah Annual Spring Conference

3/10/2023

NASW Utah Annual Spring Conference

Join NASW-Utah for our Annual Conference. This event is hybrid so we will be in person and streaming virtually.
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Heartland Social Work Month Virtual Conference 2023

3/10/2023

Heartland Social Work Month Virtual Conference 2023

NASW-Kansas Chapter in collaboration with the NASW-Oklahoma is honored to come together for this must-attend event of the year. The conference brings together participants from across Kansas and Oklahoma for learning, laughter, and networking.
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Veterans Mental Health Conference

3/10/2023

Veterans Mental Health Conference

This conference was developed by Veterans for those that serve Veterans, and will establish a foundation of cultural humility for working with members of our military.
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Heartland Social Work Month Virtual Conference 2023

3/11/2023

Heartland Social Work Month Virtual Conference 2023

NASW-Kansas Chapter in collaboration with the NASW-Oklahoma is honored to come together for this must-attend event of the year. The conference brings together participants from across Kansas and Oklahoma for learning, laughter, and networking.
Read more
Veterans Mental Health Conference

3/11/2023

Veterans Mental Health Conference

This conference was developed by Veterans for those that serve Veterans, and will establish a foundation of cultural humility for working with members of our military.
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NASW South Dakota 2023 Annual Conference

3/16/2023

NASW South Dakota 2023 Annual Conference

The largest meeting of Social Workers in South Dakota!
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NASW Missouri 2023 Annual Symposium

3/16/2023

NASW Missouri 2023 Annual Symposium

Come network, collaborate and learn. Share about issues that are important to you and the populations you care about while you obtain continuing education credit for your licensure renewal!
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Essential Chats with Mit

3/16/2023 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM

Essential Chats with Mit

Join NASW President Mildred "Mit" Joyner at 3 p.m. ET as she talks to social workers involved in the sports industry. The conversation will be held on NASW's Facebook page facebook.com/naswsocialworkers and NASW's Youtube page: https://www.youtube.com/user/socialworkers.

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Social Work Month Student Networking Event

3/16/2023 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM

Social Work Month Student Networking Event

All social work students are invited to a special Social Work Month networking event! Meet fellow advocates from across the country, expand your social work toolkit, and win some social work swag.
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2023 NASW South Carolina Virtual Symposium Mini-Series

3/17/2023

2023 NASW South Carolina Virtual Symposium Mini-Series

The theme for this year's symposium is "Social Work Breaks Barriers." Register now and receive a discount for all 5 days and earn up to 25 Social Work CEU Hours!
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2023 NASW North Carolina Ethics Conference and Awards

3/17/2023

2023 NASW North Carolina Ethics Conference and Awards

Social work history is filled with instances where social workers have had to make decisions of conscience about whether to obey the law, particularly when doing so seems to conflict with social work values. In the end, such decisions constitute some of the most difficult ethical dilemmas in the profession. This conference will dive into the Ethics of Resistance: When Social Workers get into Good Trouble.
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NASW South Dakota 2023 Annual Conference

3/17/2023

NASW South Dakota 2023 Annual Conference

The largest meeting of Social Workers in South Dakota!
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NASW Missouri 2023 Annual Symposium

3/17/2023

NASW Missouri 2023 Annual Symposium

Come network, collaborate and learn. Share about issues that are important to you and the populations you care about while you obtain continuing education credit for your licensure renewal!
Read more

2023 NASW South Carolina Virtual Symposium Mini-Series

3/18/2023

2023 NASW South Carolina Virtual Symposium Mini-Series

The theme for this year's symposium is "Social Work Breaks Barriers." Register now and receive a discount for all 5 days and earn up to 25 Social Work CEU Hours!
Read more
NASW Oregon LEAD 2023 Debrief

3/18/2023

NASW Oregon LEAD 2023 Debrief

This is a virtual debrief on what our advocacy efforts accomplished and planning our next steps. Participation is optional, and included with your Oregon LEAD registration.
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NASW Missouri 2023 Annual Symposium

3/18/2023

NASW Missouri 2023 Annual Symposium

Come network, collaborate and learn. Share about issues that are important to you and the populations you care about while you obtain continuing education credit for your licensure renewal!
Read more

NASW Missouri 2023 Annual Symposium

3/19/2023

NASW Missouri 2023 Annual Symposium

Come network, collaborate and learn. Share about issues that are important to you and the populations you care about while you obtain continuing education credit for your licensure renewal!
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Professional Boundaries: Pearls, Pitfalls and Professional Obligations

3/21/2023

Professional Boundaries: Pearls, Pitfalls and Professional Obligations

12 p.m.-1 p.m. Central

Given the sometimes long-term nature of the relationship between patients/clients and the social workers who care for them, maintaining professional boundaries is essential.
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2023 NASW Virginia and NASW Metro DC Annual Conference

3/23/2023

2023 NASW Virginia and NASW Metro DC Annual Conference

In-Person: Doubletree Hilton Hotel, Williamsburg); live-virtual; on-demand-only

Choose from 30+ breakout sessions, two keynotes, networking opportunities, Lunch and Learn on NASW advocacy, Exhibitor Fair, an Emmy-winning film airing and director’s panel, and more.
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2023 NASW Mississippi Annual Conference

3/23/2023

2023 NASW Mississippi Annual Conference

We will have two distinguished speakers for the event. Our opening keynote speaker is Attorney Vangela Wade who is President and CEO of the Mississippi Center for Justice. The closing keynote speaker is Dr. Arabella Perez, Vice President Ethics, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, National Association of Social Workers. The theme for the conference is "Social Work Breaks Barriers." This is Mississippi's largest gathering of social work professionals. We look forward to you joining us for this event.

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2023 NASW Virginia and NASW Metro DC Annual Conference

3/24/2023

2023 NASW Virginia and NASW Metro DC Annual Conference

In-Person: Doubletree Hilton Hotel, Williamsburg); live-virtual; on-demand-only

Choose from 30+ breakout sessions, two keynotes, networking opportunities, Lunch and Learn on NASW advocacy, Exhibitor Fair, an Emmy-winning film airing and director’s panel, and more.
Read more
2023 NASW Mississippi Annual Conference

3/24/2023

2023 NASW Mississippi Annual Conference

We will have two distinguished speakers for the event. Our opening keynote speaker is Attorney Vangela Wade who is President and CEO of the Mississippi Center for Justice. The closing keynote speaker is Dr. Arabella Perez, Vice President Ethics, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, National Association of Social Workers. The theme for the conference is "Social Work Breaks Barriers." This is Mississippi's largest gathering of social work professionals. We look forward to you joining us for this event.

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Motivational Interviewing: Client Engagement, Focusing Conversations, and Evoking Change

3/25/2023

Motivational Interviewing: Client Engagement, Focusing Conversations, and Evoking Change

9 a.m.-12 p.m. Pacific

Participants will have an understanding of the purpose of Motivational Interviewing and how it can be interwoven into other approaches to enhance good practice.
Read more
2023 NASW Virginia and NASW Metro DC Annual Conference

3/25/2023

2023 NASW Virginia and NASW Metro DC Annual Conference

In-Person: Doubletree Hilton Hotel, Williamsburg); live-virtual; on-demand-only

Choose from 30+ breakout sessions, two keynotes, networking opportunities, Lunch and Learn on NASW advocacy, Exhibitor Fair, an Emmy-winning film airing and director’s panel, and more.
Read more

Ethics and Risk Management Challenges in Social Work

3/27/2023

Ethics and Risk Management Challenges in Social Work

Moving beyond introductory ethics concepts, Frederic Reamer, Ph.D. will explore difficult ethics cases and practical strategies designed to protect clients and practitioners. The webinar will include a series of challenging ethics cases involving conflicting professional duties and discuss practical steps that social workers can take to manage ethical issues skillfully and prevent lawsuits and licensing board complaints.
Read more

IFSW North American Regional International Conference

3/28/2023

IFSW North American Regional International Conference

The Canadian Association of Social Workers (CASW), the National Association of Social Workers (NASW), and the International Federation of Social Workers (IFSW) present the 2023 Virtual North American Regional Conference.
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2023 NASW Arkansas Annual Conference

3/29/2023

2023 NASW Arkansas Annual Conference

More information forthcoming
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NASW New Mexico 42nd Annual Conference

3/29/2023

NASW New Mexico 42nd Annual Conference

This year’s theme, "Social Work: Resilient in Times of Change," is twofold.

First, we are addressing the professionals, we want to the acknowledge the work and dedication of the professionals working directly with our children and youth.

Second, we're bringing attention to some of the historical and institutional discrimination that exists against caregiving professions; or the expectations of familial roles and responsibilities, who occupies them, and how our systems continue to oppress them.
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2023 NASW Arkansas Annual Conference

3/30/2023

2023 NASW Arkansas Annual Conference

More information forthcoming
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NASW New Mexico 42nd Annual Conference

3/30/2023

NASW New Mexico 42nd Annual Conference

This year’s theme, "Social Work: Resilient in Times of Change," is twofold. First, we are addressing the professionals, we want to the acknowledge the work and dedication of the professionals working directly with our children and youth. Second is to bring to attention some of the historical and institutional discrimination that exists against caregiving professions; or the expectations of familial roles and responsibilities, who occupies them, and how our systems continue to oppress them.
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Virtual 2023 NASW Maryland Annual Social Work Conference

3/30/2023

Virtual 2023 NASW Maryland Annual Social Work Conference

Attend our 2023 Annual Social Work Conference virtually and earn 14 Cat I CEUs in two days!
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2023 NASW South Carolina Virtual Symposium Mini-Series

3/31/2023

2023 NASW South Carolina Virtual Symposium Mini-Series

The theme for this year's symposium is "Social Work Breaks Barriers." Register now and receive a discount for all 5 days and earn up to 25 Social Work CEU Hours!
Read more
2023 NASW Arkansas Annual Conference

3/31/2023

2023 NASW Arkansas Annual Conference

More information forthcoming
Read more
NASW New Mexico 42nd Annual Conference

3/31/2023

NASW New Mexico 42nd Annual Conference

This year’s theme, "Social Work: Resilient in Times of Change," is twofold. First, we are addressing the professionals, we want to the acknowledge the work and dedication of the professionals working directly with our children and youth. Second is to bring to attention some of the historical and institutional discrimination that exists against caregiving professions; or the expectations of familial roles and responsibilities, who occupies them, and how our systems continue to oppress them.
Read more
Virtual 2023 NASW Maryland Annual Social Work Conference

3/31/2023

Virtual 2023 NASW Maryland Annual Social Work Conference

Attend our 2023 Annual Social Work Conference virtually and earn 14 Cat I CEUs in two days!
Read more

I Can't Self-Care My Way Out of This!

4/3/2023

I Can't Self-Care My Way Out of This!

Moving beyond self-care to address workplace trauma exposure at the organizational level
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Upcoming events

2023 NASW Mississippi Annual Conference (3/23/2023)
3/23/2023

2023 NASW Mississippi Annual Conference

We will have two distinguished speakers for the event. Our opening keynote speaker is Attorney Vangela Wade who is President and CEO of the Mississippi Center for Justice. The closing keynote speaker is Dr. Arabella Perez, Vice President Ethics, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, National Association of Social Workers. The theme for the conference is "Social Work Breaks Barriers." This is Mississippi's largest gathering of social work professionals. We look forward to you joining us for this event.

Read more
2023 NASW Mississippi Annual Conference (3/24/2023)
3/24/2023

2023 NASW Mississippi Annual Conference

We will have two distinguished speakers for the event. Our opening keynote speaker is Attorney Vangela Wade who is President and CEO of the Mississippi Center for Justice. The closing keynote speaker is Dr. Arabella Perez, Vice President Ethics, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, National Association of Social Workers. The theme for the conference is "Social Work Breaks Barriers." This is Mississippi's largest gathering of social work professionals. We look forward to you joining us for this event.

Read more
2023 NASW Virginia and NASW Metro DC Annual Conference (3/24/2023)
3/24/2023

2023 NASW Virginia and NASW Metro DC Annual Conference

In-Person: Doubletree Hilton Hotel, Williamsburg); live-virtual; on-demand-only

Choose from 30+ breakout sessions, two keynotes, networking opportunities, Lunch and Learn on NASW advocacy, Exhibitor Fair, an Emmy-winning film airing and director’s panel, and more.
Read more
Motivational Interviewing: Client Engagement, Focusing Conversations, and Evoking Change (3/25/2023)
3/25/2023

Motivational Interviewing: Client Engagement, Focusing Conversations, and Evoking Change

9 a.m.-12 p.m. Pacific

Participants will have an understanding of the purpose of Motivational Interviewing and how it can be interwoven into other approaches to enhance good practice.
Read more
Ethics and Risk Management Challenges in Social Work (3/27/2023)
3/27/2023

Ethics and Risk Management Challenges in Social Work

Moving beyond introductory ethics concepts, Frederic Reamer, Ph.D. will explore difficult ethics cases and practical strategies designed to protect clients and practitioners. The webinar will include a series of challenging ethics cases involving conflicting professional duties and discuss practical steps that social workers can take to manage ethical issues skillfully and prevent lawsuits and licensing board complaints.
Read more
IFSW North American Regional International Conference (3/28/2023)
3/28/2023

IFSW North American Regional International Conference

The Canadian Association of Social Workers (CASW), the National Association of Social Workers (NASW), and the International Federation of Social Workers (IFSW) present the 2023 Virtual North American Regional Conference.
Read more