Project 2025 vs. Project 2028? What has happened and what needs to be done?
Date: Friday, December 11, 2026; 9:00 am - 12:15 p.m. 
Presenter: Suzanne Cox,  MSW, MS, MBA, LCSW-C
Synopsis: Project 2025, the brainchild of The Heritage Foundation and staffers from President Trump’s first administration, is a blueprint for sweeping changes in the fabric of the United States. Executive actions from Trump’s first two years in office appear to have been taken almost directly from Project 2025 and more has been promised from this administration. Where are we almost 2 years in? How have social workers and other advocacy groups responded to infringements on the rights and well-being of individuals, groups, and families? What about the suggestions of a Project 2028, a Democratic response? The status of Project 2025’s implementation and the resistance to it continues to evolve, and this is the latest in a series of workshops addressing the changes.
Learning Objectives: By the conclusion of this workshop, participants will:
1. Increase their knowledge of the different components of Project 2025 and how specific sections impact vulnerable populations.
2. Discuss current actions being taken to advocate for and protect populations that we serve.
3. Identify areas where there is still need for support and advocacy.
4. Examine the existing components of Project 2028, evaluating potential strengths and remaining challenges.
CE: 3 Cat 1 
Cost: NASW Member - $50; Non Member - $75; Retired Member - 30; Student Member - $20

Register here.

Project 2025 vs. Project 2028? What has happened and what needs to be done?
Date: Friday, December 11, 2026; 9:00 am - 12:15 p.m. 
Presenter: Suzanne Cox,  MSW, MS, MBA, LCSW-C
Synopsis: Project 2025, the brainchild of The Heritage Foundation and staffers from President Trump’s first administration, is a blueprint for sweeping changes in the fabric of the United States. Executive actions from Trump’s first two years in office appear to have been taken almost directly from Project 2025 and more has been promised from this administration. Where are we almost 2 years in? How have social workers and other advocacy groups responded to infringements on the rights and well-being of individuals, groups, and families? What about the suggestions of a Project 2028, a Democratic response? The status of Project 2025’s implementation and the resistance to it continues to evolve, and this is the latest in a series of workshops addressing the changes.
Learning Objectives: By the conclusion of this workshop, participants will:
1. Increase their knowledge of the different components of Project 2025 and how specific sections impact vulnerable populations.
2. Discuss current actions being taken to advocate for and protect populations that we serve.
3. Identify areas where there is still need for support and advocacy.
4. Examine the existing components of Project 2028, evaluating potential strengths and remaining challenges.
CE: 3 Cat 1 
Cost: NASW Member - $50; Non Member - $75; Retired Member - 30; Student Member - $20

Register Here.

Title: DC20261202 - Inequalities in the DC Immigrant Community -Lunch & Learn

Date: Wednesday, December 2, 2026

Time: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

Presenter: Anne M. Garcia, LICSW, LCSW-C

Synopsis: Washington, D.C. is a global city, yet its immigrant residents—ranging from those with precarious legal statuses to long-term community anchors—face systemic barriers that exacerbate health, economic, and social disparities. This training explores the intersection of D.C.’s housing crisis, language access, and federal immigration policy. Participants will move beyond "cultural competence" toward "cultural humility," applying an anti-racist, intersectional lens to their clinical and macro social work practice.
Learning Objectives: By the end of this session, participants will be able to:
1. Identify at least three structural determinants (e.g., language isolation, "public charge" fears, housing instability) impacting D.C. immigrant communities.
2. Apply the NASW Code of Ethics to advocate for clients navigating complex immigration systems.
3. Analyze the impact of D.C.-specific policies (e.g., OLA, Universal Paid Leave) on immigrant welfare and identify gaps in service delivery.
4. Develop two practical, trauma-informed strategies for engaging immigrant families within the District.
 

CE: 1 Cat I in Cultural Competency

Cost: NASW Members - $15; Non-Members - $25; Retired Members - $10; Student Members - $0

Please Note: This workshop meets 1 of the 4 credits of Cultural Competency for DC licensure

Title: Ethical Allyship: Moving from Awareness to Accountable Action
Date: Thursday, November 12, 2026; 4:00 pm - 7:15 pm
Presenter: Jessica Fraser, PsyD - Founder, Dr. Fraser CEU Consulting

Synopsis: Allyship is often discussed as a personal identity or intention, yet ethical allyship requires ongoing reflection, accountability, humility, and action. This interactive workshop explores allyship through the lens of professional ethics, cultural humility, and social work values. Participants will examine common barriers to allyship, explore the impact of power and privilege within helping relationships and organizations, and identify practical strategies for engaging in ethical and accountable allyship across diverse settings. Through discussion, case studies, self-reflection, and real-world application, participants will strengthen their ability to move beyond awareness and toward meaningful action that promotes equity, trust, and professional integrity.

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Dissecting the Social Work Licensing Exam (2 Parts)

Date: Friday & Saturday, October 9–10, 2026

Time: 9:00 a.m. – 4:15 p.m. ET (both days)

Presenter: Corey Beauford, MSW, LICSW
Founder and President, Inspired Consulting Group, Riverdale

CEUs: 8 Category I CEUs (including 3 Ethics)

Cost: Member: $155 | Non-Member: $295 | Student Member: $15

Please Note: This is a two-day workshop. Participants must attend both days to receive credit.

Please Note: Upon completion of the full workshop, participants will satisfy the Maryland Board of Social Work Examiners' 3-hour Ethics requirement for license renewal.

Course Description

Preparing for the ASWB licensing examination can be challenging, but understanding the structure of the exam and developing effective test-taking strategies can significantly improve success. This comprehensive two-day workshop is designed to equip participants with the knowledge, skills, and confidence needed to prepare for either the Licensed Graduate Social Worker (LGSW) examination or the Clinical examination (LICSW/LCSW-C).

Participants will receive a thorough review of exam content areas while learning practical approaches to analyzing questions, managing test anxiety, and applying critical thinking skills under exam conditions. The training will cover key social work concepts, theories, interventions, and ethical considerations commonly represented on the licensing exam.

Through interactive instruction, discussion, and practice strategies, attendees will gain a deeper understanding of the exam format and strengthen their readiness for licensure.

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