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Advancing The Profession & Practice Of Social Work In Florida |
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Message From Chapter President |
Dear Colleagues,
We are experiencing the strangest, saddest and most surreal holiday season in most of our lifetimes. For the end of a year like 2020, saying “Happy Holidays” doesn’t seem adequate. We had so many losses this year. If you are someone who has lost a dear one due to COVID, this is an especially tough time of year.
As much as social workers help and have helped through this crisis, I think it’s important to acknowledge that many of us have NEEDED help this year too. I’m glad NASW-FL has been able to step up and support many of you. We are here and will continue to help in whatever ways we can.
2021 cannot come soon enough for many of us, but it would be unrealistic to believe that we can expect things to go smoothly just because 2020 is ending. We are tired but our hard work is far from done. In 2021 there will still be racism that needs to be eradicated, immigrants will still face too many obstacles, people will still experience discrimination, abuse, poverty and pain. This new year will be filled with crises AND opportunities – and as social workers we are essential in addressing both.
Despite societal woes and the overall overlay of awfulness caused by COVID, there is cause for hope. The first vaccines rolled out this week and our newsfeeds were filled with people getting inoculated. While a lot of you are ready to get vaccinated, others, understandably are reluctant. I know you will each weigh out your options based on science and evidence, and make the best choices for yourself, while balancing the needs of society in your decision making.
I wish you each a safe and meaningful December, reasons to believe that better days are ahead and awareness that you are essential. I hope you have moments of joy, peace and clarity.
I long for the time when I can give my colleagues real hugs again.
Warm wishes for the Season and New Year.
Susan Mankita, MSW, LCSW
NASW-FL President
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Response to the Court Ruling Overturning the
Ban on Conversion Therapy
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NASW-FL issued a statement on a recent court ruling overturning a ban on conversion therapy for children under 18. We expect legislation banning conversion therapy to be introduced this session in the Florida Legislature.
NASW-FL will support this legislation as outlined in our 2021 Legislative Priorities. A special thanks to NASW members Allan Barsky, PhD, MSW and Fabio A. Naranjo, PhD, MSW for their input on the statement.
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60 Minutes Interviews Social Worker Laura Tucker |
Laura Tucker is one of the 235 school social workers that are employed by Hillsborough County Public Schools. She is the District's Homeless Liaison. Most of the social workers serve as traditional school social workers and are assigned either to one school full time or split their time between two schools. Her role is unique in that she focuses on the students identified as homeless based on meeting the McKinney-Vento definition.
60 Minutes interviews social worker Laura Tucker about their search for the missing students, including public housing and homeless encampments. “I've worked out of my SUV for a while now… yeah all summer long.”
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NASW-FL Wishes You and Your Family Happy Holidays |
NASW-FL will be closed from Dec. 24 to January 3 for the holidays. We will re-open Monday, January 4.
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Quickly search by key words to find evidence-based research and client education, assessment tools, practice guidelines, and more at the NASW Research Library. Filter your results by type of source (academic journals, books, conference materials, reports, etc.), name of publication, publisher, university, language, and more. Use your NASW username and password to log in to the library.
Keyword Search: "field organizers"
Authors: Minkler, M.; Rebanal, D.; Pearce, R.; Acosta, M.
Source: Health Education & Behavior. October 2019, Vol. 46, Issue 1, p9S-18S.
Author: Conner, J.
Source: Journal of Youth Studies. April 2016, Vol. 19, Issue 3, p403-420.
Author: Tambe, A.
Source: Feminist Studies. Spring 2017, Vol. 43, Issue 1, p223.
Access Documents: Log in to the NASW Research Library and enter the title of the article or key words in the NASW Research Library search box.
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Association of Latina/Latino Social Work
Educators Scholarships
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Seven scholarships were granted ($1,000.00 each) to BSW, MSW, DSW, and PhD students across the United States. The board made sure to select students from seven different states and academic institutions. Rocío López, LCSW, DSW student, class of 21, from Florida Atlantic University (FAU) was selected as a scholarship recipient,.
Our Mission: The mission of the Association of Latino/Latina Social Work Educators (ALLSWE) is to support the advancement of social work education especially among the Latino population. It is a self-governing organization with guaranteed mechanisms for participation and representation in all matters that will affect the work done in education and research in the field of social work and will promote professional knowledge of its' members.
Our Vision: Our ultimate goal is to enhance the lives of all Latinas/os by supporting Latina/o faculty and students to better their communities.
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Rocío López, LCSW, DSW Student | Class of 2021, received a scholarship from the ALLSWE. |
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Annual Conference Call for Proposals |
NASW-FL invites proposals for workshops and posters for our Annual Conference, June 17-19, 2021. This year the Conference may be in-person, virtual or a hybrid.
The deadline to submit proposals is January 15, 2021.
Topic Areas:
- Emerging Issues in Practice
- Leadership and Supervision
- Macro Practice
- Clinical Practice
- Child Welfare
- Diversity and Inclusion
- Social Work Education
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Social Worker Award Nominations |
The National Association of Social Workers, Florida Chapter (NASW-FL) established annual Social Work Awards to honor outstanding professionals and members of the community at the local, state, and national level. Awards are given in the following categories:
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Social Worker of the Year (Must be a current NASW-FL member)
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Social Work Student of the Year (Must be a current NASW-FL member and enrolled in a CSWE-accredited social work program in FL)
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Social Work Educator of the Year (Must be a current NASW-FL member who is affiliated with a CSWE-accredited social work program in Florida as a faculty member, adjunct, or field instructor)
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Public Citizen of the Year (Must not be a social worker or have a degree in social work)
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Elected Official of the Year (Must be a current local, state or federal elected official)
The deadline is January 15, 2021.
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Annual Social Work Conference Sponsor and
Advertiser Early Registration Discount
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Register by January 15, 2021, and SAVE!
You are invited to participate in the 2021 NASW-FL Annual Social Work Conference, June 17 - 19, at The Florida Hotel and Conference Center in Orlando, FL.
The opportunities listed are for an in-person Conference; however, based on the COVID pandemic the Conference may be a hybrid meeting: in-person and virtual, or only virtual. All opportunities listed will be adjusted to meet your needs.
Save 10% on all sponsorship / advertising opportunities by entering Promo Code SPONSOR21 when you register online by January 15, 2021
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Social work education is an important part of NASW, and maintaining relationships with students and their universities is even more important.
Check out our latest University News and Updates on our website.
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NASW Florida has 18 volunteer-led units that hold meetings, continuing education events, community projects, and social events for its members.
Click here for more information on your local Unit.
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December 17, 2020
5:30 pm - 7:30 pm (ET)
"Holiday Party with a 2020 Twist" Virtual Zombie Escape Room Mystery
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Undergo exciting challenges of puzzles, riddles, codes and more while trying to escape!
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December 18, 2020
9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. (AT)
8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. (ET)
"Ethical Considerations
of Telehealth"
Presenter:
Katharine Campbell Ph.D., LCSW
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Providing technology-based care is ever changing and the impact of COVID-19 has resulted in drastic modifications to the way that care is being provided.
This workshop satisfies the continuing education requirements for Ethics.
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December 19, 2020
10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. (ET)
Social Workers Peer Support
Group & Meditation
with Martha Vallejo, LCSW and
Edith Caballero, LCSW
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We will continue our discussions on the pertinent issues that influence our lives personally and professionally. |
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December 19, 2020
12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. (ET)
Miami-Dade Unit Virtual Holiday Gathering and Meeting
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Bring your lunch and gather with your Miami-Dade social work colleagues. We’ll share our favorite holiday memories and what we’re grateful for in 2020. |
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January 11, 2021
6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. (ET)
"The Use of Authenticity for Self-Care in the Field of Social Work"
Presenter:
Josie Rhoads, LCSW
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This presentation will summarize the application of self-care concepts based on Brene Brown's book, "The Gifts of Imperfection". |
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January 13, 2021
6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. (ET)
"The Beliefs and Views that Shape Haitian Attitudes on Mental Health"
Presenter:
Odeline Jean-Baptiste, MSW
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January 13, 2021
5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. (ET)
"Ethical Considerations
of Telehealth"
Presenter:
Katharine Campbell Ph.D., LCSW
This workshop explores the ethical considerations that comes with providing care via the use of technology.
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January 14, 2021
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. (ET)
"Advancing Racial Equity
in Clinical Practice"
Presenter:
Dr. Ebony Perez, MSW
This training will explore efforts to review systems, policies, and practices designed to address the disproportion of mental health services for people of color.
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January 14, 2021
8:30 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. (ET)
"Breakfast Club for
Private Practitioners"
Facilitator:
Candice Rasa, LCSW
This is a monthly meeting. We welcome all professionals in the behavioral health field to join us.
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January 18, 2021
6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. (ET)
"Psychotherapy and Aging Seniors"
Presenter:
Alyse November, LCSW
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January 19, 2021
1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. (ET)
Monthly Unit Planning Meeting
Facilitator:
Shamara Gibson, LCSW-QS
Please join us and learn about the NASW-FL Northeast Unit, future plans and how you can become involved.
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January 21, 2021
8:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. (ET)
"Ask a Social Worker"
Facilitator:
Palm Beach Unit
Calling all social work students!
Come meet your local NASW Chapter, engage with local professionals, and connect with your fellow students. Use this time for networking and to ask any questions to social workers in the field.
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