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LATEST NEWS FROM THE CA CHAPTER

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2022 NASW-CA Annual Conference Proposals Deadline Extended


NASW-CA is requesting proposals covering a broad range of topics related to clinical practice issues for experienced practitioners.


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Happy Pride Month, Social Workers


We’re wishing all LGBTQIA+ social workers, advocates, and allies a happy Pride Month. We're proud to work alongside you for a more just and more inclusive world.


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2022 NASW-CA Election Results


The results for 2022 NASW-CA Elections are finally here! Congratulations to our new leaders – we look forward to collaborating and advocating together.


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We want to hear from NASW-CA Members


There's still time to register for our Member Forum. Please join us to learn how your feedback has guided NASW-CA over the past year, and to contribute to our efforts in the year ahead. This is your chance to share your experiences and ideas with the Chapter, and we look forward to co-building the future ahead.


Registration is open until June 9 at noon, and the event will be held virtually at 6pm PT. 

Register to Join Us

Not yet a member but want to be part of the largest professional association for Social Workers? Join us today and view our CA Member Guide.

LIVE CE EVENT SPOTLIGHT

Trauma-informed Social Work in the ICU and Across the Inpatient Spectrum of Critical Illness (3 CEU)


On July 29, Dr. Jennifer L. Kenney and Hali Felt will explore how social workers can use trauma-informed care to identify, reduce, and mitigate potentially traumatic events in the ICU and strategies to transition patients and their families into step-down units across hospital settings and prepare them for discharge. 


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ADVOCACY UPDATE


State Budget Developments


On Wednesday, June 1st leadership of the State Senate and State Assembly released their joint state budget agreement. This agreement reflects support for many NASW-CA proposals, including proposals to increase the social work workforce. In the next few weeks, the leaders of both houses will meet with the Governor to negotiate a final budget. The Legislature must officially pass a budget by June 15th.

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UPCOMING EVENTS


LGBTQ+ Council Meeting | June 8


BIPOC Social Worker Support Group | June 16


API Social Work Council Networking Forum - Medical Social Work | June 22


NASW-CA Virtual Peer Support Group | June 27


LGBTQ+ Social Work Support Group | July 13

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MORE SOCIAL WORK NEWS

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The Social Work Policy Consortium is Seeking New Members to Join its Steering Committee


Are you a social work policy instructor wanting to contribute to deepening networks across social work programs?


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Resources for Professionals Related to Mass Shootings


In light of recent tragic events, NASW-CA is here to provide resources and information for social workers to learn and advocate for change.


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Social Workers, Let's Act


Our children and families are experiencing significant levels of stress and anxiety around the recent shootings that took place in Uvalde, Texas. Regardless of the roles you hold, there are actions you can take. 


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EVENT SPOTLIGHT

Suicide Risk: Assessment and Intervention (6 CEU)


Join NASW-CA's upcoming Virtual Continuing Education workshop this Friday! This course outlines the general principles of suicide risk identification, assessment, management and their practical applications in evaluating and working with individuals who are at risk as well as with clients with chronic, severe mental disorders.




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MEMBER RESOURCES

Check out these resources from NASW-CA members! 

UCLA Research Survey for Graduating MSW California Students


This short survey aims to understand student perceptions and knowledges around how well they think their program prepared them to work with sex workers and their needs.


Participants will be entered in a raffle win a $25 gift card.



Participate in a short survey

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If you are a member interested in featuring a job, private practice, event, or service with other members, reach out to Alex Brown at abrown.naswca@socialworkers.org for additional information.

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