NASW-California Chapter

Getting ready for the social work licensure exam? Join NASW-CA Region B on Sept 25, 5:30–7 PM PT, for a free virtual workshop with Dr. Stan Taubman, PhD, LCSW. Study tips, exam strategies, & sample questions included. Free to attend (no CEUs). Register:naswca.org/events/eventde…

Rooted Together: A Support Space for Communities in Crisis is now a monthly series. Join us every 4th Thursday, 12–1 PM PT, for grounding, reflection, and collective care. Free & open to all with registration. Learn more + register: naswca.org/events/eventde…

Join NASW-CA’s monthly virtual support group every 4th Thursday, 12–1 PM PT. A space for reflection, healing, and community care for those impacted by immigration enforcement, state violence, or collective trauma. Free with registration. naswca.org/events/EventDe…

Join us Sept. 19 for Policy Chat with Bindu: Prop 50 Explained. Learn about Prop 50, redistricting, and its impact ahead of the Nov. 4 Special Election. Free, virtual. Register: naswca.org/events/eventde…

The DisAbilities Council welcomes you! Join us for our monthly council meeting on September 25, 2025 at 7 PM. We’ll be discussing goals, purpose, and ways to collaborate. Your voice matters—come share your ideas! Register! naswcanews.org/2025-2026-disa…

Join us Sept. 19 for Policy Chat with Bindu: Prop 50 Explained. Learn about Prop 50, redistricting, and its impact ahead of the Nov. 4 Special Election. Free, virtual. Register: naswca.org/events/eventde…

We’re excited to welcome Dr. Carl Highshaw, DSW, MSW as NASW-CA’s new Executive Director. Thank you to Dr. Jasmine Smith, Cheryl Raynak & Dr. Teauania Charles for their leadership during this transition. Together, we remain committed to equity, advocacy & community.

The Senate Floor session is underway now, and two of our Lobby Day bills, AB 766 and AB 338, are on today’s agenda. There’s no public comment during floor sessions, but you can follow along live at the link below. Watch here: senate.ca.gov/calendar

On World #SuicidePreventionDay, #socialworkers are on the front lines of crisis support and healing. Learn more from #NASW & our partners: theactionalliance.org #MentalHealthAwareness #SocialWorkers #YouAreNotAlone

America, 2025: Caregivers running from ICE agents and ICE agents putting kids into the back of a van at a park. Tomorrow, as protests happen across the nation don’t give Trump what he wants. You can be angry—I am. But be stubbornly peaceful. That’s how real change happens.

Last Chance to Submit Your Proposal Calling All Changemakers in Social Work If you have a transformative workshop idea that can educate, empower, and ignite change — don’t miss this final opportunity to be part of something big. Submit your proposal: naswca.org/page/ca-annual…

Learn about Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) with its founder, Laney Rosenzweig! Free virtual event on April 24, 5:30–7 PM PT. 1 CEU. Seats are limited. Register by April 23: naswca.org/events/eventde…

NASW-CA extends our deepest condolences to the global community on the passing of Pope Francis. We join millions around the world in mourning the loss of a profoundly compassionate leader whose legacy of humility, justice, and advocacy has left a mark on humanity.

Don’t miss your chance to hear from former California Senator Dr. Susan Talamantes Eggman at Lobby Day 2025! Join us on April 27-28 in Sacramento and take action. Register now to secure your spot and be in the room for this powerful keynote! cvent.me/a5995Z

We’re thrilled to announce the JanLee Social Justice Scholarship, opening 4/27/25! Two $2,500 scholarships will be awarded to NASW-CA students with a 3.0+ GPA. Winners will be honored at the NASW-CA Conference. Join us at Lobby Day for the launch! Register cvent.me/a5995Z

If you missed us live, catch the replay on YouTube youtu.be/smKYiN_qkj4?si…

Social workers, unite! Join us for Social Workers Unite: Responding to the Los Angeles Fires and help provide support to those impacted. naswca.org/events/EventDe… #SocialWorkersUnite #DisasterRelief

Desde el Consejo General del Trabajo Social queremos trasladar nuestras sinceras condolencias y afectos a todas las personas y familias afectadas, lamentamos profundamente el dolor y la pérdida. Porque, además, en España lamentablemente conocemos de primera mano los efectos de este tipo de catástrofes tras el reciente y devastador paso de la DANA por numerosos municipios de Valencia, Málaga, Albacete y Cuenca. La solidaridad de las trabajadoras sociales españolas es más fuerte que nunca, y nos ponemos a disposición de la Asociación Nacional de Trabajadores Sociales en la región de California (National Association of Social Workers, California Chapter) para ofrecer los conocimientos y la experiencia del Consejo General del Trabajo Social organizado y sistematizado a través del GEIES (Grupo Estatal de Intervención en Emergencias Sociales) para colaborar en la reconstrucción de las vidas de las personas y familias, acompañando a las colegas trabajadoras sociales norteamericanas que así lo requieran. 📲 cgtrabajosocial.es/noticias/el-co…

THE GENERAL COUNCIL OF SOCIAL WORK SUPPORTS THE NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF SOCIAL WORKERS (NASW CALIFORNIA CHAPTER) IN RESPONSE TO THE FIRES IN LOS ANGELES From the General Council of Social Work, we would like to convey our sincere condolences to all the people and families affected, we deeply regret the pain and loss. Because, moreover, in Spain we unfortunately know firsthand the effects of such disasters after the recent devastating passage of the DANA by numerous municipalities of Valencia, Malaga, Albacete and Cuenca. The solidarity of Spanish social workers is stronger than ever, and we put ourselves at the disposal of the National Association of Social Workers, California Chapter to offer the knowledge and experience of the General Council of Social Work organized and systematized through the GEIES (Grupo Estatal de Intervención en Emergencias Sociales) to collaborate in the reconstruction of the lives of individuals and families, accompanying the North American social worker colleagues who require it. Access to the release: cgtrabajosocial.es/noticias/el-co…

Our hearts go out to everyone affected by the devastating fires in Los Angeles. During this challenging time, we stand with you and are here to provide support. Visit linktr.ee/naswca for resources. #LAfires #CommunitySupport