Cancel Culture: A Discussion on the Realities of Racism in Social Work Education and Practice

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Presented by: Leaders of NABSW, Melissa Smith Haley, MSW, LMSW, NABSW President; Daryl Fraser, LCSW; Gloria Scott, LCSW; L. Zakiya Newland, PhD, LCSW-R; and Dalphine E. Meadows, LMSW, MBA, CASAC-T

Description: Join us as a panel of leaders from the National Association of Black Social Workers, address the racial inequities in our profession. The National Association of Black Social Workers (NABSW) is a 53-year old organization with a commitment to Black liberation. Our 77 chapters across the country, including the 6 chapters in NYS have a strong history of African-centered leadership, advocacy and service. Historical actions were taken by Black Social Workers to hold the profession accountable for addressing racial disparities, led to the establishment of NABSW. Since that moment in social work history, the organization has withstood attempts to cancel Black Social Work culture. Guided by self-determination and African-centered values and philosophies, NABSW remains a constant force in the quest for liberation in the personal, political and professional arenas.

Addressing Xenophobia and Violence Among the Asian American Community

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Presented by: Kari Tabag, PhD(c) LCSW-R

Description: Asians are the fastest-growing racial group in the United States (U.S.) and by 2065, are projected to represent 14% of the population (Pew Research Center, 2015). Additionally, Asian Americans constitute a small, hidden population within the social work profession. Between 2019 and 2020, hate crimes targeting Asian Americans increased by 150%, mostly in New York and Los Angeles, and continues to grow. This session addresses the stereotypes, myths, and facts in working with this invisible and marginalized population, why they are marginalized, what it means to be multiracial, and how diverse communities can join forces in striving for social justice. Social workers will greatly benefit from this informative and supportive session in working with Asian Americans across the lifespan, applicable to all systems of social work.

Resources
1) StopAAPIHate: https://stopaapihate.org/
2) Asian Americans Advancing Justice(AAJC) https://advancingjustice-aajc.org
3) The New York Coalition for Asian American Mental Health (NYCAAMH) http://www.asianmentalhealth.org/
4) Bystander intervention training to stop anti-Asian/American and xenophobic harassment https://www.ihollaback.org/bystanderintervention/
5) Landmark documentary series “Asian Americans”. Available to stream FREE via PBS’ website: https://www.pbs.org/show/asian-americans/

Not Even Water: How to Observe Ramadan as a Non-Muslim

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Presented by: Noshin Hoque, BSW & Afsha Malik, MSW

Description: This session is to dispel myths, educate, and assist non-Muslim social workers on how to support their Muslim peers and colleagues during the workday. Grounded in dignity and inclusivity, this chapter chat will discuss how you can create an inclusive work environment for your fellow Muslim social workers while they participate in their religious obligations. Join us in recognizing our Muslim brothers and sisters this Thursday, April 7th at 12 PM EST with Noshin Hoque, BSW, and Afsha Malik, MSW, and learn how you can support the Muslim social worker community this Ramadan.

Building Resiliency: Mind Body Practices as a Pathway to Prevent Burnout

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Presented by: Mary Beth DeSario, LCSW & Cat Capowski, MSW, M.Ed, LCSW-R

Description: This live, knowledge-based virtual training is designed to provide an overview of research and science related to evidence based mind-body practices for social workers. Benefits of important self-care practices, such as breathing techniques will be discussed as well as an honest exploration of the barriers to self-care. We will review how self-care practices can build resiliency, prevent burnout, and manage stress which is crucial during COVID-19 pandemic. Experiential practice in gentle movement based in Qi Gong, breathing techniques, and meditation will allow participants to learn tools to incorporate into their own lives as well as to use with the clients they serve.

The Future of Social Work: An Essential Chat with the NASW President

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Presented by: Milderd ‘Mit’ Joyner, DPS, LCSW

Description: Social workers have continued to answer the call to service by contributing to the healing of our Nation during times of pandemic, racial unrest, economic uncertainty and political divisiveness in the past year. We know social workers have always been present in times of crisis, helping people overcome issues such as death and grief, helping communities recover from disaster, and many have worked to hold this Nation accountable to its proclaimed values by advocating for equal rights for all people. The 2021 Social Work Month Theme is ‘Social Workers are Essential’, but, what is essential for social workers, and our profession, in order to continue our work in overcoming present and future challenges? Join NASW President Mit Joyner and NASW-NYS as we discuss the future of social work, including how our Association and workforce must adapt and evolve for clients and clinicians in 2021, and what is essential to the personal and professional health of social workers as individuals. This Chapter Chat is interactive and is a platform for you to engage with NASW staff and leadership directly. We invite you to join us and as we map out the future of social work together.