For ALL licensure categories! Join us to prepare for your upcoming licensure exam.

Monday, February 23, 2026

11:00 a.m.-6:30 CT p.m. via Zoom

6.0 CEUs (for those licensed in MN)

Presenter: Dr. Dawn Apgar, Ph.D, LSW, ACSW, Author of social work exam study guides from Springer Publishing

Social Work Advocacy Week: Register Here

March 2-4, 2026

Free and open to all

Monday, 3/2/26: Online Advocacy Info Sessions (free ceus!) 12pm - 5:15pm

Tuesday, 3/3/26: Online Advocacy Info Sessions (free ceus!) 9:00 am – 3:00 pm

Advocacy Prep Sessions on topics including:

• State and National Advocacy in 2026
• The impact of federal action on Minnesota
• Social work professional priorities including school social work funding, title protection and reimbursement for clinical trainees.
• Advocating for Fosters
• Policy proposals related to gun violence

Wednesday, 3/4/26: Social Work Day at the MN Capitol In-Person (free ceus!) - 8:30 am – 3:30 pm

In-person at the Minnesota State Capitol Complex and Christ on Capitol Hill Church (Christ Lutheran Church)

Rally at the MN Capitol will be 11am!

Schedule will be updated here as it is finalized.

Social Work Advocacy Week: Register Here

Free and open to all

Wednesday, 3/4/26: Social Work Day at the MN Capitol In-Person (free ceus!) - 8:30 am – 3:30 pm

In-person at the Minnesota State Capitol Complex and Christ on Capitol Hill Church (Christ Lutheran Church)

Join Social Workers from across the state at the state capitol in St. Paul as we meet with our representatives and advocate for policies that protect and provide for Social Workers and our clients. Rally at the MN Capitol will be 11am!

Schedule will be updated here as it is finalized.

Wednesday, 3/11/26 - 12:00-1:00pm CST via Zoom

1 CEU - Free for All

Presenter: Dr. Karen Goodenough, PhD, MSW, LGSW - NASW-MN Executive Director

March is Social Work Month, and this year's theme is Social Work: Defend, Uplift, Transform. 

Friday, March 27, 2026 - 10:00am-12:00pm CST
Presenter: Dr. Matthew Vorell, PhD
2 CEUs - Cultural Responsiveness

This presentation explores how to better support neurodiverse individuals in the workplace, drawing on expertise in leadership, organizational communication, and lived experience with Autism and ADHD. Attendees will gain a foundational understanding of neurodiversity, learn effective communication strategies, and explore ways to foster inclusive workplace cultures. Through interactive discussions and practical exercises, participants will develop actionable approaches to create environments where neurodiverse employees can thrive. By the end of the session, attendees will be better equipped to enhance inclusivity, improve communication, and support the diverse cognitive strengths that contribute to organizational success.

​Learning Objectives

1.  Define neurodiversity and identify common neurodivergent traits (e.g., Autism, ADHD) to build foundational awareness and reduce stigma in workplace settings.
2.  Apply effective communication strategies tailored to neurodiverse individuals to improve clarity, collaboration, and mutual understanding in professional environments.
3.  Develop actionable plans to foster an inclusive workplace culture that supports neurodiverse employees through policy, practice, and everyday interactions.