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Author Talk: NASW-Metro DC Book Club Event

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Celebrate Dr. Shanéa Thomas's new book with an author talk, Q&A, signing, and networking on identity, care, and social work.

Celebrate the release and impact of Accountable Care and Identity Camaraderie for Transgender and Queer Service Providers at a special NASW Metro DC Book Club Author Talk & Signing hosted at the Howard University School of Social Work. Written by Howard University School of Social Work alum Dr. Shanéa Thomas, LICSW, CSE, the book explores identity, accountability, community care, and affirming practices for transgender and queer service providers, offering valuable insights for social workers, educators, students, and helping professionals. The evening will feature a moderated conversation with the author, exploring the inspiration behind the book, its central themes, and its relevance to contemporary social work practice, followed by audience questions and a book signing. Attendees will also have the opportunity to network with students, faculty, alumni, social workers, and community members. The event is especially meaningful as the author, moderator, and NASW Metro DC Executive Director are all Howard University School of Social Work alumni, highlighting the University's enduring commitment to leadership, scholarship, and social justice. Whether you have already read the book or are interested in learning more about its timely message, this event offers an opportunity to engage in thoughtful dialogue and celebrate the transformative power of literature in advancing the social work profession.
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NASW Metro DC Virtual Book Club

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NASW Metro DC Virtual Book Club

Join NASW Metro DC for our next Virtual Book Club on June 29 as we discuss The Drama of the Gifted Child: The Search for the True Self by Alice Miller. Together, we'll explore how childhood experiences can shape identity, relationships, and emotional well-being, and reflect on the book's relevance to social work practice and personal growth.

Whether you've read the entire book or are simply interested in the topic, all are welcome to participate in this engaging and thought-provoking conversation.

Date: June 29, 2026
Time: 6:00-7:00 PM
Format: Virtual

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NASW-Metro DC Book Club Event

Transformational Empathy: Erasing the Space Between Us and Them

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Join us in person for the NASW-Metro DC Book Club to chat, connect, and dive into great reads together!

Join NASW–Metro DC for an engaging author conversation and book signing with Tracy Robinson Whitaker, NASW–Metro DC Board Member and author of Transformational Empathy: Erasing the Space Between Us and Them.

This dynamic evening will explore how transformational empathy can help social workers, leaders, students, and community members bridge division and strengthen practice across systems.

What to Expect

• Moderated conversation with the author
• Discussion on empathy in micro, mezzo, and macro practice
• Leadership and equity-centered applications
• Audience Q&A
• Closing reflections and call to action
• Book signing and informal networking

Estimated program length: 100–110 minutes

Who Should Attend

Social work students, practitioners, educators, community leaders, and anyone committed to advancing equity and ethical leadership through practice.

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