This session addresses the persistent crises worldwide, spanning wars, migrant issues, homelessness, mental health, educational challenges, and political upheavals affecting the populations we serve. Social Workers and other helping professionals grapple with navigating this unending cycle, seeking ways to provide optimal support within broken systems. Join the discussion to reflect on personal experiences and envision a constructive future for our profession amid these challenges.

Anjanette Young, LCSW

Why are more and more libraries hiring social workers? What is a social worker doing in the library? Libraries are radical institutions of free learning and resources, and it is the perfect place to meet people where they're at. In this workshop we will explore the overlap between social work and librarianship, survey current library social work programs across the country, and explore ways to advocate for and engage in social work- library partnerships.

Breeana Taylor, MSW

Nashe Marshall, MSW, LCSW-A

Ever wish someone explained the business basics for therapists who want to start a private practice? When I first opened my practice I had no idea where to start and I had no one to lead me along the way. After 12 years in private practice I have created a system that teaches you how to open, genuinely connect with potential clients, create community and market ethically and effectively without wasting time or money. This presentation was designed for you if you're an overachieving powerhouse, a dreamer and change maker that wants to change the world one person at a time, starting with your own little corner of the world.

Janessa Borges, LCSW

In this transformative workshop, "Shattering the Silence," join an experienced licensed clinical social worker and racial trauma survivor as we delve into the profound impact of racism on mental health. Gain a deeper awareness and understanding of this critical issue while exploring effective strategies for advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion within the field of social work. Prepare to be inspired and equipped with practical tools to promote healing and create positive change. Don't miss this empowering opportunity for personal and professional growth.

Natalie Gidney-Cole, MSW, LCSW

Please join us to speak LIVE with the sponsors and exhibitors of the 2024 NASW-NC Virtual CSWI Spring Conference during lunch.

In this workshop, we will delve into the core principles of Imago Therapy. Attendees will learn how early childhood experiences shape our expectations of relationships and how unconscious patterns can lead to conflict. This presentation is ideal for social workers who are looking to deepen their understanding of relationship dynamics, enhance their therapeutic toolkit, and support clients in cultivating lasting and fulfilling connections. Whether you work with individuals, couples, or families, the insights gained from Imago Relationship Theory can revolutionize the way you approach relationship counseling and intervention.

Megan Szczepanik, LCSW

This workshop explores the intersection of AI and social work, highlighting AI's role in providing comprehensive wraparound services. Attendees will learn about AI's transformative potential in extending care beyond the therapy office, ensuring holistic mental health support. The session includes case studies, ethical considerations, and practical tools for AI integration in social work.

Renetta Weaver, LCSW, Certified AI Consultant

Marshall Ganz's Framework for People, Power, and Change defines leadership as a practice based on accepting responsibility for enabling others to achieve purpose under conditions of uncertainty: identifying, recruiting and developing leadership, building a constituency around that leadership, and transforming the resources of that constituency into the power they need to achieve their purposes. Participants will learn the following 5 objectives to transform their leadership approach in social work practice.

Sarah Chambers, LCSW

This presentation explores innovative strategies to address the pervasive issue of loneliness among aging individuals. Grounded in ethical principles, we'll delve into the relevance and need of fostering meaningful connection in this population. How to address loneliness with our aging clients using Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, creativity, playfulness, and spirituality will be explained. This will be an experiential workshop, and participants will have the opportunity to participate in an interactive creative activity. Supplies needed: paper and any of the following: crayons, pastels, markers, colored pencils, gel pens. No worries if you don't have these on hand. You can still participate!

Doris Curry, LCSW

Participants will learn about the myths of weight and health and the implicit and unconscious bias individuals have toward people of size. Information on size inclusiveness in practices, harmful interactions with clients and the framework of anti-oppression size advocacy. Learners will be provided ideas and tools to fight fat stigma and discrimination and personal weight bias. Weight stigma leads to health inequity, poor mental health and physical health outcomes. Weight stigma is a social justice issue with vulnerable and minority populations being even more adversely impacted.

Julie Fanning, DSW, LCSW

This workshop will delve into the often overlooked intersection of trauma and its effects on professional environments. The workshop aims to create awareness and understanding among participants regarding the profound influence trauma can have on individuals within the workplace and, consequently, on overall business performance.

Nikiki Stovall, LCSW