NASW Hawai'i Chapter

SPS Webinar: November 8, 1-2 pm ET - Clinical Aspects of Dementia and the Role of the Social Worker in the Care for Persons Living with Dementia and their Families; CEs: 1 Clinical Social Work Contact Hour.⁠
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This webinar provides information on best practice approaches to dementia care in the US. Specifically, content will include the clinical aspects of dementia, the care needs of persons living with dementia and their families, and the role of social work in the provision of care.⁠
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https://buff.ly/4e8izex

The 2024 Virtual Forum - “Mental Health Matters: Working with Children, Youth, and Families” starts tomorrow! This exciting event will bring together experts to help social workers advance their skills to support child and adolescent mental health. Join us for this three-day virtual event from Tuesday, October 29th – Thursday, October 31st, 2024. ⁠
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https://naswvirtual.socialworkers.org/2024-virtual-forum

Join us for the 2024 Honolulu Pride Parade!
Meet us at Magic Island, Ala Moana Park on Saturday, October 19th at noon for face painting, swag, and a Pride DJ!
Sign up at the link in bio.

Join and our partners in observing Ageism Awareness Day this Wednesday. Learn why we need to and how to get involved. https://asaging.org/ageism-awareness

Invest in your personal growth and discover innovative strategies, tools, and approaches to address youth mental health challenges from a social work perspective by attending the 2024 NASW Virtual Forum. Register now to earn 13.5 CEs for attending the full live program, and an additional 7.5 CEs by viewing the recordings of the sessions you weren’t able to attend during the live forum.

Link: https://naswvirtual.socialworkers.org/2024-virtual-forum

Chronic pain is the #1 cause of disability globally. It negatively affects a person’s quality of life, as well as impacts social environments and mental health. This Digital Partnership Packet was developed by the Pain Collaborative to Advance Equitable Value-Based Solutions for NASW has a partnership with this organization. Here is a toolkit for your use.

https://healthcarecollaboratives.com/pain-collaborative/digital-partnership-packet/

Did you know that chronic pain affects more people than diabetes, heart disease, and cancer combined? It’s time to debunk the myths and spread the facts. Let’s raise awareness this September.

CEO Dr. Anthony Estreet, PhD, MBA, LCSW-C, was among the expert panelists invited to testify before lawmakers at a recent Capitol Hill briefing titled, “Mayday: Su***de and the Mental Health of Black Men and Boys.” This is a priority for social work, Estreet said. “We are one of the largest providers of behavioral services in the United States....We are all ready to work on this and create solutions across the country.” Read more in NASW Social Work Advocates magazine https://buff.ly/3XDZ2xo

More than 650,000 people were experiencing homelessness in the United States on one night in 2023. The results showed an increase from the year prior. Families with children experiencing homelessness rose by 16 percent. Read how social workers can make a difference in the housing crisis in the Social Work Advocates magazine:⁠
https://buff.ly/3XHDyjs

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Looking for a new challenge? Interested in becoming the next Executive Director of the NASW HAwai'i Chapter? Apply now! : Executive Director - Hawaii | Dayforce Jobs (dayforcehcm.com)

Don’t forget to take advantage of seven complimentary Connect to End COVID-19 self-study webinars. Funded by the , the webinars offer free CEUs on a range of topics and include useful information, available through August 31. Register today: https://bit.ly/46CNbmn

Submissions due June 30th, for our 2024 Hawai'i Behavioral Health & Wellness Convention! Apply at www.naswhi.org

NASW members, join us for our next Webinar Wednesday! Learn about opportunities through the Hawai'i Workforce Accelerator Program. Wednesday, June 26 noon-1pm, 1 CE. Register at www.naswhi.org

Congratulation to our NASW Hawai'i President, Francie Julien-Chinn on achieving tenure and being promoted to Associate Professor at the UH Manoa Thompson School for Social Work and Public Health

wishes all LGBTQIA2S+ social workers, advocates, and allies a happy ! We’re proud to work alongside you for a more just and more inclusive world that honors, uplifts, and celebrates our diverse and intersecting identities, as well as the stories and contributions of LGBTQIA2S+ individuals. Social Workers can find resources on our website: https://www.socialworkers.org/Practice/LGBTQIA2S

Elevate your social work expertise with professional development opportunities at , June 19-22. Earn up to 24.5 CEs, while immersing yourself in dynamic keynote presentations, interactive workshops, and opportunities for meaningful connections. Register now to invest in your professional growth and elevate your social work career. https://bit.ly/3TUPgnG

Whether you're a social worker in training or an experienced professional, it’s important to invest in your career development and continuously deepen your skills. Register now for for an unforgettable four days packed with inspiring keynote speakers, interactive workshops, and opportunities to connect with supportive peers from across the nation. https://bit.ly/3TUPgnG

Take advantage of unparalleled networking opportunities at happening from June 19 to 22! Join us to connect with social work experts and peers from across the nation. Don’t miss this chance to share experiences, gain insights, and build lasting connections. https://bit.ly/3TUPgnG

Senator Stabenow received her bachelor’s and master’s degrees in social work from Michigan State University. She is a proud member of the Congressional Social Work Caucus. And she is a leader in the U.S. Senate in the movement to improve access to mental health and substance abuse services. In 2014, her bipartisan Excellence in Mental Health and Addiction Treatment Act created a new, transformational system that funds community behavioral health services the same way we fund physical health services. We can’t wait to listen to her insights. Register now! https://buff.ly/3wrGo0W

“An equal world depends on recognizing and respecting diverse identities,” the United Nations Population Fund states on its website. “With that in mind, the theme for the International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia this year is “Together always: United in diversity.’”
Recognizes this global day of action to raise awareness of LGBTQ+ rights violations.
Learn more: https://www.unfpa.org/events/international-day-against-homophobia-transphobia-and-biphobia

Save the Date for our 2024 Convention! This year's event will be at the Ala Moana Hotel. A call for presenters will be going out soon

Calling all social workers nationwide! Join us for an unforgettable four days dedicated to social work professionals at , June 19-22 in Washington DC. Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting your career, this conference is a great opportunity to gain valuable insights, develop your skills, and connect with fellow social workers. https://bit.ly/3TUPgnG

and are the 11th and 12th states to enact the . Both states recently passed Social Work Interstate Licensing Compact Legislation. Kudos to all the who advocated for this legislation, which will expand opportunities for social workers to provide services in multiple states. Learn more about the compact: https://www.socialworkers.org/compact

We’re thrilled about the new and improved MyNASW, our online community for members. We’ve introduced new designs and features to help elevate members’ online networking, learning, and collaboration. Aimed at fostering deeper connections, the new MyNASW’s intuitive and dynamic design helps members navigate 1,000s of discussions on critical social work questions. https://bit.ly/4brX2ww
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Social Work Ethics in Today’s Political Climate 2024
https://buff.ly/4aWmhab
Friday, May 17, 2024 | 12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. ET | Virtual | CE Credit Available
No CE Credit: FREE
CE Credit: $25 NASW Members/ $35 Non-NASW Members

Join our esteemed panel, Dr. Frederic G. Reamer, Gortrell Cox, Tanya Rhodes Smith, and Dr. Meredith Tetloff to explore key ethical questions emerging from our complex socio-political times. This live, virtual discussion will look at social work ethics against the backdrop of challenging developments in the US and global political landscape. Using the NASW Code of Ethics and other resources, we will revisit social workers’ ethical responsibilities in the face of professional, personal, and political values that at times do not align.

As always, NASW’s Ethics Table Talks offers a safe space to have the vital conversations needed to advance ethical social work practice. Pull up a chair and join us at the next Ethics Table Talk.

Register Now: https://buff.ly/4aWmhab