Virtual Meet and Greet with Gwen Carr – VIP Pass Holders Only
VIP Pass Holders will have the opportunity to meet and get a photo with Gwen Carr.
Social Workers in the Movement for Social Justice
Description In this session, we will talk about the important role of Social Workers in “the movement” for social justice and why we are needed... Read More
Developing Empathy and Understanding for the Trauma, Grief, and Loss of Families Impacted by Violence
Description After the cameras leave, what happens to these families? Are they connected to mental health counselors for trauma and grief support? Are they constantly... Read More
Racism in Child Welfare
Description This discussion will highlight the systemic and structural racism that exists in child welfare institutions which directly and in-directly target, oppress and dismantle Black... Read More
Social Work’s Role in Black Lives Matter
Description This presentation will provide insight into the relevance of George Floyd’s murder to Social Work; the correlation between the Black Lives Matter movement and... Read More
Activism, Organizing, and Community Through the Lens of Young Organizers – Open Discussion Panel
Description The panel brings together young, Black community organizers from a variety of backgrounds to discuss their experiences and the topics they feel passionate about... Read More
A Chance in the World
Description Taken from his mother at age three, Steve Klakowicz lives a terrifying existence. Caught in the clutches of a cruel foster family and subjected... Read More
Dismantling White Supremacy in Social Work
Description While social work proclaims social justice as a professional value, the history of social work education and practice tells another story. Yet, as uprisings... Read More