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Beyond the Poverty Line: The ALICE Population and Social Work Practice
We all know ALICE — Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed — households that earn more than the Federal Poverty Level, but not enough to afford the basics where they live. ALICE households and households in poverty are forced to make tough choices, such as deciding between quality child care or paying the rent — choices that have long-term consequences not only for their families, but for all.
This webinar will help you understand the basics
Who is ALICE?
Challenges ALICE faces at work
How to create an ALICE-aware workplace
Why taking action for ALICE matters
Resources to support you in making a difference for ALICE
Join us for this FREE Continuing Education Event where you'll earn 1 Cultural Competency CE Credit issued in partnership with Ramapo College.
REGISTER HERE
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The Neuroscience Roadmap: Guiding Principles for Clinical Application
Friday, May 30th, 2025 11:30am - 3:45pm CT via Zoom
4 CEUs
Hosted by: NASW-MN, NASW-MN, and NASW-TX
Presenters: Dr Louis Boynton, PhD, LPC, Charles D. Safford, LCSW and Celia Grand, LCSW, BCD, PA
This four-hour core clinical program will provide important information in a systematic, readily understandable and easily digestible way about how to integrate emerging neuroscience into your clinical practice in a clinically appropriate and ethically compliant manner. We will uncover and explore the foundational knowledge base of emerging affective neuroscience that is fundamentally reshaping the field of mental health practice and changing what is considered best practices in the 21st Century.
This new information will not overwrite or negate the approaches and techniques you are already using
effectively in your clinical work, but will rather expand and enhance your effectiveness with a deeper understanding about what works and why it works – while also providing new treatment options based upon newer science.
This is the second program of a series of programs designed to help master’s level clinicians advance their knowledge base in the integration of neuroscience into their practice.
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From Stuck to Empowered: Rediscovering Joy, Overcoming Barriers, and Embracing Self-Care in Social Work
Wednesday, June 4 - 12-1 p.m. CT via Zoom
Presenter: Melissa Conway, LICSW
1 CEU - Ethics or Supervision
Join us for an empowering session designed for social workers at all levels, where we’ll explore how to overcome personal and professional challenges, rediscover joy in your practice, and cultivate long-term resilience. This training will draw on evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT), while focusing on key concepts like learned helplessness, intrinsic vs. extrinsic motivation, and the power of shifting from reactive to proactive behavior. Participants will examine the distinction between toxic positivity and genuine optimism, and how these perspectives impact our work and well-being. With an emphasis on influence versus control, this session will provide strategies to empower yourself and your clients, moving from a mindset of helplessness to one of growth and possibility.
This training will explore practical, everyday self-care strategies and ways to integrate them into your routine to protect your energy and sustain your passion for the work. Whether you’re a student, pre-licensed, or seasoned practitioner, this session will equip you with concrete tools to enhance your emotional resilience, reignite your sense of purpose, and continue making a meaningful impact in the lives of those you serve. You’ll leave with actionable insights to move from burnout to empowerment, ensuring you remain engaged, fulfilled, and effective in your practice.
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Southwest Region Networking Event
Join the Southwest Region on June 12!
Join us in-person for a relaxed and fun social get-together on June 12! 🌟 Whether you're a seasoned professional, a student, or simply looking to expand your network, this FREE event is the perfect chance to connect with social workers from your area.
Meet NASW-MN's Southwest Region Geographic Rep, Leah Hanson and Board President, Beth Winterfeldt, while enjoying casual conversations and building meaningful connections. Don’t miss out—bring your colleagues, meet new peers, and grow your professional circle in a welcoming, laid-back setting. See you there!
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Southwest Region Networking Event
Join the Southwest Region on June 12!
Join us in-person for a relaxed and fun social get-together on June 12! 🌟 Whether you're a seasoned professional, a student, or simply looking to expand your network, this FREE event is the perfect chance to connect with social workers from your area.
Meet NASW-MN's Southwest Region Geographic Rep, Leah Hanson and Board President, Beth Winterfeldt, while enjoying casual conversations and building meaningful connections. Don’t miss out—bring your colleagues, meet new peers, and grow your professional circle in a welcoming, laid-back setting. See you there!
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Effective Supervision Mini-Certification
Sunday, June 15th, 2025 - 12:00-6:00pm CT (In-Person)
Presenter: Dr. Karen Goodenough, PhD, MSW, LGSW
6 Supervision CEUs (2 may count as Ethics)
Location (IN-PERSON):
Hyatt Regency Chicago
151 East Wacker Drive
Chicago, IL 60601
Session Description:
Come brush up your supervision knowledge and skills with our highly acclaimed trainer and NASW-MN Executive Director, Dr. Karen Goodenough. Whether you’re new to supervising or have years of experience - in clinical or macro practice or anywhere in between - you’ll learn new things to boost your supervision practice!
This interactive session will include:
- Setting the stage for good reflective supervision
- Supervisory ethics - including talking about boundaries, dual relationships, and self-care
- Feedback, accountability, and supporting change in our systems
- Understanding the impact of organizational culture and trauma effective supervision
Plus, you’ll take away 6 supervision CEUs to meet your required CE hours!
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Addressing Racism as a Public Health Crisis: A Civic Duty
In the narrative of social justice advocacy, social workers encounter a pivotal juncture, guided by Critical Race Theory (CRT) to decolonize practice. How can we address ingrained racism and oppression in our care systems with cultural humility to advocate for a fairer society? This query propels us towards reshaping advocacy for justice, equity, inclusion, and belonging through collective community practice.
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Supervisor Consultation Circle
Whether you are a new or experienced supervisor, these group sessions will allow an opportunity to consult with other supervisors on situations you face when providing group or individual supervision. Attend a few times to help meet your 6 supervision CEUs, or attend monthly and count it as general CEUs*.
These circles are for FREE for NASW-MN members who are currently providing individual or group supervision.
Each group will cap at 6 participants so register early!
REGISTER HERE & See upcoming Supervisor Consultation Circle dates!!
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PACE Committee Meeting
Political Action for Candidate Election (MN-PACE)
MN-PACE is the Chapter’s nonpartisan political action committee, which Interviews candidates for state and local elected office throughout Minnesota, and endorses those who best represent social work values in the public policy arena.
Questions or interested in joining? Contact admin.naswmn@socialworkers.org
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Neuroscience Pathways to Healing: Cutting Edge Interventions for Anxiety Disorders
Friday, June 27th, 2025 12pm - 3:15pm CT via Zoom
3 CEUs - may be counted as Clinical
Hosted by: NASW-MN, NASW-MN, and NASW-TX
Presenters: Dr Louis Boynton, PhD, LPC, Charles D. Safford, LCSW and Celia Grand, LCSW, BCD, PA
LCSWResearch has consistently shown that anxiety is the most common of allsymptoms presented in mental health treatment. This three-hour core clinicalprogram will provide important information about how to integrate emergingneuroscience concerned with anxiety and anxiety disorders into your clinicalpractice in a clinically appropriate and ethically compliant manner. Designed tobring the 21st Century clinician up to date on current research related toadvances in our understanding of anxiety-related disorders - etiology,assessment and treatment - this course will provide practical tools andapproaches to assist the clinician in providing more effective treatment forclients addressing anxiety and anxiety disorders.
This is the third program of a series of programs designed to help master’s level clinicians advance their knowledge base in the integration of neuroscience into their practice.
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