NASW-MD Virtual Social Work Month Conference 2026
Social Work: Uplift. Defend. Transform
CE Course Approval Period:    Mar 19, 2026 - Mar 20, 2026
Course Number:    MD20260319-20
Duration:    8 hours 15 minutes
Access:    Available until March 20, 2026
Date:    March 19, 2026
8:00 AM - 4:15 PM (Eastern Time (US & Canada))

March 19th - 20th, 2026
Earn up to 15 Category 1 CEUs!

This event will be held outside of the CE Institute. You will receive additional event information and instructions to join from NASW-MD.

Thursday, March 19th, 2026 (8 CEUs)

8:00 - 8:30 AM
NASW-MD Networking and Questions

8:30 - 8:45 AM
NASW-MD Announcements

8:45 - 9:45 AM
Keynote

9:45 - 10:00 AM
Break

10:00 AM - 1:15 PM
Workshops
A - Ethically Maximizing the Benefits of Self-Disclosure
B - Ethics & AI: Navigating the Future of Mental Health Practice
C - Preparing Family Caregivers

1:15 - 2:00 PM
Lunch

2:00 - 5:15 PM
Workshops
D - Building Bridges of Trust: Psychological Safety for Social Workers in the Workplace
E - Developing a Shame Competent Perspective to Healing Complex Trauma
F - Addressing Implicit Bias: The social Workers' Ethical Responsibilities

5:15 - 5:30 PM
Break

5:30 - 6:30 PM
Optional Evening Workshop


Friday, March 20th, 2026 (7 CEUs)

8:00 - 8:30 AM
NASW-MD Networking and Questions

8:30 - 8:45 AM
NASW-MD Announcements

8:45 - 9:45 AM
Keynote

9:45 - 10:00 AM
Break

10:00 AM - 1:15 PM
Workshops
G - What's Age Got to Do With It? Understanding the Impact of Ageism and Implicit Bias
H - Unpacking Colorism: Healing the Hidden Wounds in the Black Community
I - Beyond Compliance: Ethical & Anti-Oppressive Care in Schools

1:15 - 2:00 PM
Lunch

2:00 - 4:00 PM
Workshops
J - Let's Talk: Bridging the Gap: Enhancing Equitable Care for Transitioning Foster Youth
K - Teaching Clients About Neuroplasticity and Mental Health
L - Using Empowerment Theory in Geriatric Social Work

4:00 - 4:15 PM
Closing Announcements

Mission Statement:  The Latino (or Latin American/Latinx/Latine) Social Workers Affinity Group of the NASW-MD Chapter is dedicated to fostering a supportive and empowering network for Latino/a social workers in Maryland. Our mission is to bring together professionals who identify as Latino/a to uplift and strengthen each other while advancing the social work profession. We are committed to identifying and addressing key issues where the Latino community in Maryland remains underrepresented, advocating for increased representation within the field of social work, and ensuring that Latino/a voices are heard in both policy and practice. Through collaboration, mentorship, and advocacy, we aim to enhance the impact of social work on Maryland residents, promote the inclusion of Latino/a perspectives, and elevate the profession to better serve our diverse communities. Together, we work to create a more inclusive, equitable, and effective social work practice in Maryland.

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