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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.


Hurry—Early-Bird Annual Conference Registration Savings, Ends Friday, Feb. 14


Discounted early-bird registration rates end on Valentine's Day, Feb. 14 for the 2025 Annual Conference of NASW Metro DC and NASW Virginia March 13-15 in Charlottesville, Va (20.5 CEs). Nearly 95% of past attendees say they recommend or would likely recommend this event to peers!

Deadline was extended to give you extra time to look at the 36-session agenda, in addition to five great general sessions/keynotes, a Social Work Month opening reception, fabulous networking, an Exhibitors Fair, and more. Earn 20.5 CEs in person or at the Live-Virtual Annual Conference May 1-3; On-Demand Conference runs May 7-June 10 if you want to earn up to 80.5 CEs.

Meet your license requirements for CEs such as #ethics, #LGBTQIA2S (DC), and Public Health Priorities (DC). Register now.