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To see all our events, visit our Calendar.
Saturday, 2/23, 9am-4:30pm
Monday, 2/25, 6pm-7:30pm *NEW DATE*
Tuesday, 2/26, 6pm-7:30pm
Tuesday, 2/26, 6:30pm-8:30pm
Wednesday, 2/27, 6pm-8pm
Wednesday, 2/27, 6pm-8pm
Tuesday, 3/5, 9am-4:30pm
Tuesday, 3/5, 11am-1pm
Wednesday, 3/6, 4pm-5:30pm
Monday, 3/11, 6pm-7:30pm
Monday, 3/11, 9am-4:30pm
Monday, 3/11, 12pm-2pm
Tuesday, 3/12, 6pm-8pm
Wednesday, 3/13, 11:30am-1pm
Wednesday, 3/13, 6pm-8:30pm
Thursday, 3/14, 6pm-8pm
Tuesday, 3/19, 6pm-7:30pm
Wednesday, 3/20, 12pm-1pm
Friday-Sunday, 3/22-3/24, 9am-4:30pm
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Did You See Our Facebook Livestream?
On February 13th, NASW-NJ staff Montese Anderson and Ashley Rifkin went live on Facebook to share exciting information about our Annual Conference and Social Media efforts. Watch the video on our
page.
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Daisy Bates
1914-1999
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Daisy Bates was an African American civil rights activist and newspaper publisher who documented the battle to end segregation in Arkansas. When she was three years old her mother was killed by three white men. The unfortunate death forced Bates to confront racism at an early age and pushed her to dedicate her life to ending racial injustice.
Together with her husband, she operated the Arkansas State Press, a weekly African-American newspaper. The paper championed civil rights, and Bates joined in the civil rights movement. In 1957, Bates organized nine African American students to become the first to attend the all-white Central High School in Little Rock, Arkansas. This group famously became known as the Little Rock Nine. She regularly drove the students to school and worked tirelessly to ensure they were protected from violent crowds. She also advised the group and even joined the school's parent organization.
Bates died on November 4th, 1999. For her work, the state of Arkansas proclaimed the third Monday in February, Daisy Gatson Bates Day. She was posthumously awarded the Medal of Freedom in 1999.
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NASW-NJ Annual Conference & Exhibition
April 28 - April 30, 2019
Borgata Hotel, Casino & Spa
Atlantic City, NJ
- Earn up to 22.5 CEUs in one incredible weekend.
- CEUs also valid for NY and PA
- Learn about telemedicine best practices at our pre-conference program.
- Fulfill your new 1-CEU prescription opioid addiction requirement at our early morning session on Prescription Opioid Dependence.
- Choose from 65+ workshops.
- Join us for a special cocktail reception at the Water Club Pool!
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Thank you to our newest Conference Sponsor,
Black Opal Sponsor -
GenPsych.
Your logo could be here! A limited number of sponsorship opportunities are still available for the NASW-NJ Annual Conference. Contact conference.naswnj@socialworkers.org for more info or call 732-296-8070.
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Social Workers Take Over Social Media
Starting March 1 at Noon
Social Workers can be found in all areas of society, striving to improve the lives of individuals, families, and communities. Join us this March as we ELEVATE the profession by taking over social media during Social Work Month. We're calling on all social workers to share their stories this month to let the public know about the invaluable work we do. Share why you entered the field, or what the most rewarding part of your job is, or explain what your job entails and how YOU make a difference. Let's show the world the power of social work!
Download the Social Work Month Social Media Toolkit.
Learn More About NASW-NJ's Social Work Month Activities.
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New CE Requirement on Prescription Opioids
We know that there have been a lot of questions about the new 1-hour prescription opioid CE requirement for social workers. Though it is not yet posted on the Board of Social Work Examiners site, it is part of a state law (that's why you won't see it in the Regulations themselves) that was adopted by the BSWE. This will be required for you to complete each licensing cycle, so you have time!
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Legislative Education and Advocacy Day (LEAD)
April 3, Trenton War Memorial
LEAD bring
s together hundreds of social work students and professionals in our State capital of Trenton. This event is intended to further social workers' and students' kn
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wledge of the legislative process, grassroots advocacy and familiarity with major statewide policy initiatives. Attendees will hear from an array of passionate speakers from the government sector, community organizers, and advocates.
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NASW-NJ Online CE Courses
Looking to take some of your courses from home? NASW-NJ is making it affordable!
Our current offering of pre-recorded webinars
can be found here.
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Classified Ads
Place your classified ad or banner ad in NASW-NJ newSWire today and reach 20,000 readers weekly.
Learn more.
View a full listing of ad postings on our Web site here.
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Showcase your organization
to over 20,000 visitors each month.
Your
LOGO can be displayed on the
NASW-NJ
website for 30 days.
It will appear as a clickable link
right to your website.
Just send us your Logo and
Web site URL!
For more information, contact
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All courses on the Social Work Online CE Institute
are valid for NJ social workers.
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NEWS YOU CAN USE
Our weekly round-up of state and national news relevant to the social work profession in New Jersey
(subscription may be required to access some articles)
- NJ Advance Media
- NJ Biz
- Insider NJ
- NJ Advance Media
- Parsippany Focus
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PHOTO GALLERY
Click to see photos from recent NASW-NJ events.
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NASW-NJ
30 Silverline Drive, Suite 3
North Brunswick, NJ 08902
Main: 732-296-8070
Fax: 732-296-8074
Tawanda Hubbard, DSW, LCSW
President
Jennifer Thompson, MSW
Executive Director
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Happy Social Work Month - Choose 1 Free CE Course in March!
As a "thank you" to our members during Social Work Month, you will be able to select from 1 of 5 particular 3-CEU courses in March to attend for FREE!
Seating is limited, you will need to log in to register for your free pricing. Course information and registration will open on February 19, so check our Calendar on that date.
Can't make it to an in-person or just want more credits?
We will also be offering a highly discounted 3-CEU webinar for just $20 in March! Info on when and how to register will be released soon - keep an eye out for an email from us!
What if you're not a member yet?
We encourage you to join! But if you're not ready yet, you can still attend any of our courses in March at the regular CE rates.
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Harriet Bloomfield Scholarship: Apply Now
Application Deadline April 13
 The Harriet Bloomfield Scholarship Fund is dedicated to the memory of pioneer Social Worker and charter member of NASW, Harriet Bloomfield. Ms. Bloomfield served her community in New Jersey in a variety of roles including work in the Department of Youth and Family Services, Bonnie Brae, and the Elizabeth Board of Education. She was deeply committed to educating the next generation of social workers and taught at Kean College and Rutgers University.
Student members of NASW who have been accepted into or are enrolled in an accredited BSW or MSW program for the 2019-2020 Academic Year are encouraged to apply. For more information and application instructions
click here.
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NASW protesting proposed Medicare drug price changes
NASW is alarmed by possible changes in Medicare drug prices that could hamper care for people living with cancer, depression, HIV, and other illnesses. Take time to read the
association's response to the proposed initiative.
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NASW-NJ Health Care Shared Interest Group Relaunches
First Meeting Will be Held on March 19
After years of operating as an independent entity, our sister organization, the NJ Association for Health Care Social Workers (NJAHCSW), has decided to close its doors. Rest assured, though, this is not the end of their efforts. We're happy to share that the members of NJAHCSW will be reconvening as the NASW-NJ Health Care Shared Interest Group (SIG).
The new NASW-NJ Health Care SIG will hold its first meeting on March 19, from 6:00 - 7:30pm at the NASW-NJ Chapter Office. If you're a social worker in the health care field or are interested in health care related issues, consider joining the inaugural meeting, network with other health care social work professionals, and learn about the SIG's future plans. Attendance is free and new members are welcome!!!
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Get Your Social Work Swag!
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Social Work Month: NASW/Rutgers Diversity & Inclusion Series
JOINING AGAINST HATE
is a three event
series hosted by
NASW-NJ and
Rutgers University
School of Social Work
in honor of Social Work Month.
E
vents are free and open to all students & NASW members!
NEW BRUNSWICK CAMPUS
Wednesday, February 27, 12-2pm
Developing Effective Community Partnerships
CAMDEN CAMPUS
Wednesday, March 6, 4-5:30pm
Advocacy Efforts in NJ to Join Against Hate
NEWARK CAMPUS
Wednesday, March 13, 11:30am-1pm
Invisible Wounds of Racial Trauma
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Internal Family Systems
(2 Clinical CEUs)
Date: February 26, from 6:30-8:30pm
Location: Brandywine Living in Watchung
Connie Seligman, LCSW, will introduce Internal Family Systems therapy and discuss and elaborate the major concepts of this model. A guided meditation will be used to demonstrate one of the concepts. She will then show how the key points are used in a story illustrated with a playful power point. An optional experiential exercise will follow the talk.
Cost: $40 for NASW members, $55 for non-members
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3-Day Clinical Supervision Course
(20 CEUs)
These courses are for those who have held their LCSW for at least 3 years and who wish to supervise LSWs seeking their clinical hours. The course meets the NJ BSWE requirement for 20 continuing education credits related to supervision, and also includes 5 Ethics and 3 Social/Cultural Competence CEUs. This course is held at our NASW office in North Brunswick.
Cost: $350 for NASW members, $425 for non-members
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LSW & LCSW Test Prep Courses
This course includes:
- your own copy of the Revised ASWB Masters or Clinical Exam Guide ($90 value!)
- a personal code to download the app version of the book
- access to the interactive practice test and supplemental materials
- your questions answered by expert instructors
Cost: $120 for members, $160 for non-members
LSW - Masters Prep Course
LCSW - Clinical Prep Course
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Looking to gain leadership experience?
Volunteer as a NASW-NJ Unit Leader!
NASW-NJ is primarily supported by volunteers, and you can enhance the value of your membership by sharing your time and talents. NASW-NJ has 12 branches, called Units, across the state of New Jersey to provide members regionally based networking and educational opportunities.
The following Units need a Chair and/or Co-Chair:
- Atlantic/Cape May/Cumberland
- Mercer/Burlington
- Monmouth/Ocean
What's in it for you:
- Build new skills while gaining leadership experience
- Influence the Unit and Chapter's efforts
- Impact your local social work community
- Boost your visibility and grow your network
- Have fun
- And earn vouchers for free CEUs through our Incentive Program!
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