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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.


New AI Training for Social Workers: “The Future Is Here: Ethical What-Ifs of Artificial Intelligence” June 13 (2.5 CEs)


Keep up with the fastest-changing technologies in social work—artificial intelligence (AI)—by registering for NASWVA’s and NASW Metro DC's newest virtual training June 13 from 8:30 to11 a.m.

You’ll earn 2.5 CEs, including 2.5 ethics CEs, while learning about solution-focused AI in social work practice and its potential as an effective tool in reducing professional burnout. Led by Dana Johnson, MSW, CAPSW, you’ll explore ground-breaking efforts that seemed far-fetched in social work, resolve how to best align AI to better build trust, engage diverse voices, reduce bias and discrimination, and learn different AI tools and the ethical dilemmas behind each. You’ll also develop three next steps towards using AI positively in micro, mezzo, or macro practice.

Cost is $50, NASW members; $65, nonmembers. Registration deadline is June 11.