SPAN Committee Meeting

NASWMN Chapter 0 1168

Social Policy Action Network (SPAN)

Develop chapter’s legislative agenda; draft position statements on significant policy issues; follow bills and develop action alerts; work with coalition partners on lobbying strategies; and plan and execute policy events, including Social Work Day at the Capitol.

Questions or interested in joining? Contact admin.naswmn@socialworkers.org

From Stuck to Empowered: Rediscovering Joy, Overcoming Barriers, and Embracing Self-Care in Social Work

Lunch N Learn Webinar

NASWMN Chapter 0 439

Wednesday, June 4 - 12-1 p.m. CST via Zoom

Presenter: Melissa Conway, LICSW

1 CEU - may be counted as 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.

2025 Minnesota Legislative Recap Session

Lunch N Learn Webinar

NASWMN Chapter 0 22

Tuesday, June 10th - 12-1 p.m. CT via Zoom

1 CEU - Free for All

Hosted by: Jenny Arneson, MSW, LGSW - Legislative Consultant 

Join NASW-MN as we review the highlights of this legislative session, along with the status of our policy priorities. This session has been like no other and we will tell you all about it on June 10 at noon. 

 

We will check the status on:

  • Increasing MA reimbursement rates.

  • Reducing barriers to using the provisional licensing pathway.

  • Funding for school social workers.

  • Improving and increasing housing stability.

  • Addressing children boarding in need of mental health services in inappropriate settings.

  • The use of the social work title in county settings.

  • Paid internships.

All this and more in 1 hour! Free for all students and social workers! 

 

 

Effective Supervision Mini-Certification

6 Supervision CEUs (2 can count as Ethics)

NASWMN Chapter 0 117

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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