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This web section shares the latest news, trends, and events relevant to Metro DC Chapter social workers, including press releases, policy and issue statements, professional and licensing updates, training announcements, advocacy action alerts, research updates, and other information.

The Metro DC Chapter is one of 55 chapters of the National Association of Social Workers (NASW), the largest association of professional social workers in the United States. Our nearly 1,000 members serve all populations, including children, adolescents, families, older adults, immigrants, LGBTQ individuals, and others. They also serve clients in every DC ward and work setting, as well as in the DC metropolitan area such as Northern Virginia and nearby Maryland.

If you are a member of the media seeking an interview, comment, or answer to questions, please contact Executive Director Debra Riggs, CAE, at driggs.naswdc@socialworkers.org.


One-Week Out! Licensure Exam Prep Workshop, Nov. 15—Earn 6 CEs!


November 13 is the registration deadline for the last 2024 Licensure Exam Prep Workshop, which past attendees have called “excellent” and “so helpful” with “amazing” instructor Dawn Apgar, PhD, LSW, ACSW. The 6-CE live-virtual course runs 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 15.

NASW members pay only $150, while nonmembers pay $200.

BONUS: Included in registration is six-month digital access to full Exam Guides ($90 value!) and a learning management system loaded with helpful, on-demand resources such as interactive flashcards, discussion threads, Q&As with the instructor, practice tests, study games, and more. Registration closes Nov. 13.