NASW Virginia Chapter

Strong supervision creates stronger social workers.

Join us for Supervision: Foundations of Supervision and build essential skills for effective leadership, communication, and professional growth.

🗓 June 26–27, 2026
⏰ 8:30 AM–5:00 PM ET

Whether you’re stepping into a supervisory role or refreshing your approach, this training is designed to support your success. Learn more and register at: https://naswva.site-ym.com/events/EventDetails.aspx?id=2022374&group=

Artificial intelligence is changing the future of social work—and ethical conversations are more important than ever.

Join us for The Future Is Here: Ethical What If’s of Artificial Intelligence to explore the opportunities, concerns, and ethical implications of AI in practice.

🗓 June 26, 2026
⏰ 8:30 AM–12:30 PM ET

Stay ahead of emerging trends while keeping ethics and humanity at the center of your work. Learn more and register to join us at: https://naswva.site-ym.com/events/EventDetails.aspx?id=2034803&group=

Today, we honor Juneteenth — a day that marks the end of slavery in the United States and serves as a powerful reminder of the ongoing pursuit of freedom, justice, and equity.

As social workers, we are called to confront systems of oppression, advocate for human rights, and help build communities where every person has the opportunity to thrive.

Juneteenth is both a celebration of resilience and a call to action. Let us continue the work of advancing racial justice, amplifying marginalized voices, and creating a more equitable future for all.

Evidence-based practice starts with access to quality research.

The NASW Research Library gives members access to 25+ international databases and thousands of resources to support clinical practice, advocacy, education, and professional development.

Explore trusted tools from leading research institutions and government agencies—all included with your NASW membership. Access the Library now: https://www.socialworkers.org/NASWLogin?returnurl=%2fpractice%2fnasw-research-library

Your NASW membership gives you access to tools that help you stay informed, supported, and connected throughout your career. 📚🎧

Membership benefits include:
✔ NASW Research Library
✔ NASW Press Publications
✔ Social Work Advocates Magazine
✔ Social Work Talks Podcast

From evidence-based research to conversations on today’s biggest social work topics, NASW helps you continue learning long after graduation. Learn more: https://www.naswva.org/professional-benefits

Just a quick reminder 👇

If you haven’t already, be sure to follow our new NASW Virginia Instagram account.

It’s the best way to stay connected to everything happening in our community.

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⏰ Last chance!

The NASW Virginia and Metro DC Joint Annual Conference On-Demand access ends June 30th! Don’t miss your opportunity to earn CE credits and revisit impactful sessions designed to inspire, educate, and empower social workers.

Access sessions anytime, anywhere before the deadline! 🔗 Register today: https://web.cvent.com/.../31958aad-3984-4804-9a72.../summary

The National Association of Social Workers–Texas (NASW-TX) is leading efforts to explore the need to develop a Spanish-language Licensed Master’s Social Worker (LMSW) examination. As part of this work, NASW-TX is seeking input from social workers across the United States to better understand the landscape of Spanish-language social work practice.

We encourage all social workers, educators, supervisors, and students to participate and share the survey with their professional networks. Your feedback will help ensure that future decisions are informed by the experiences and perspectives of the social work community nationwide.

The survey is available in English and Spanish and they ask that all responses be submitted by July 31.

English: https://forms.gle/6ge63Uh76dR9k2Xq8

Spanish: https://forms.gle/RVKVGmZQfo5umU6H6

Social workers play a critical role in prevention, care coordination, and whole-person health.

Join us for Core Concepts in Public Health and Primary Care: From Prevention to Care Coordination and gain insight into the growing intersection of healthcare and social work practice.

🗓 June 12, 2026
⏰ 9:00 AM–1:15 PM ET

Learn practical strategies to better support individuals, families, and communities. Register now: https://naswva.site-ym.com/events/EventDetails.aspx?id=2022455&group=

This Pride Month, NASW Virginia proudly celebrates LGBTQIA+ individuals, families, communities, and the social workers who advocate every day for dignity, equity, safety, and belonging. 🌈

Social work is rooted in inclusion, affirmation, and human rights—and we remain committed to supporting policies and practices that uplift LGBTQIA+ communities.
Happy Pride Month from NASW Virginia!