National Association of Social Workers-Connecticut (NASW/CT)

11/12/2025

No one in Connecticut should go hungry. Families are already losing access to food because of federal changes to SNAP eligibility — and we need our Legislature to ACT NOW.

During the special session, legislators must protect CT residents and fund meaningful state support for those losing SNAP benefits.

Take action today! Contact your legislator and urge them to support funding for families affected by SNAP cuts:
👉 tinyurl.com/yzrad7rx

11/12/2025

Social Work Student Series Webinar
Thursday, November 20, 2025 | 6:00 pm ET / 3:00 pm PT / 1:00 pm HAST (please note time slight changes due to daylight savings)
Friday, November 21, 2025 | 9:00 am Hågatña

Join for a special session exploring social work practice across the Pacific Islands. This webinar will feature a panel of social work leaders from Hawai‘i and Guam who will discuss how traditional healing practices, cultural values, and community-based approaches shape effective and ethical social work. Participants will gain insight into culturally responsive engagement, the importance of place and identity, and pathways for students and emerging professionals interested in island-based practice.

Register at www.socialworkers.org/studentevents
These events are recorded, visit the site above.

11/11/2025

Kim Davis asked the Supreme Court to overturn Obergefell v. Hodges appealing damages she owed a gay couple after she denied them a marriage license.

11/07/2025

Ready to shape the future of social work?
Submit your session for the 2026 NASW National Conference – “Beyond the Breaking Point: Connection Through Purpose and Power.”

📍 Washington, DC | June 10–13, 2026
🔗 https://proposalspace.com/calls/d/1899

11/06/2025

is joining cities, unions, and civil society organizations to sue the Trump-Vance Administration for weaponizing Public Service Loan Forgiveness to silence critics and stifle dissent. "The proposed changes to Public Service Loan Forgiveness would punish those who dedicate their careers to strengthening communities and supporting our most vulnerable neighbors," NASW CEO Anthony Estreet, PhD, MBA, LCSW-C, said. Read our release: https://tinyurl.com/3vhp7p5x

11/06/2025

Shutdown stress is real — and this time, it’s different.

“Federal employees are being held hostage,” says LCSW-C Davidra Bazemore-Blue. Here’s how can help folks regroup and heal:
🔗 https://www.helpstartshere.org/during-the-shutdown-federal-employees-need-time-to-relax-and-regroup/

11/05/2025

The challenges we face today demand connection, courage, and collaboration.

The 2026 NASW National Conference – “Beyond the Breaking Point: Connection Through Purpose and Power” brings together social workers, advocates, and educators to share solutions that move us forward.

Whether you work in direct practice, education, policy, or community change, your voice belongs on this national stage. Let’s explore how our shared purpose can transform the systems we serve.

📍 Washington, DC | June 10–13, 2026
🗓️ Submit your proposal by Dec. 1, 2025
🔗 https://proposalspace.com/calls/d/1899

11/04/2025

Back when Connecticut was a colony, people gathered on Election Day to eat cake while they waited for the results. We don’t gather and wait at the Old State Capitol like we used to, but we still have an Election Cake competition! I was lucky enough to join as a judge alongside Keith Stavely and Kathleen Fitzgerald, meet with the Connecticut Kid Governor and cabinet, and talk with previous Kid Governors. I also, of course, had plenty of cake! P.S. The new Kid Governor election is just around the corner, on November 12. Visit https://ow.ly/EcKZ50XmyiK
to meet the 2025 candidates and learn more about this wonderful civics program! And if you're interested in how a traditional colonial Election Cake was made, take a look here: https://ow.ly/APRk50XmyiM

Connecticut's Kid Governor

11/04/2025

Calling All CT Social Workers! If you have not already, please remember to ensure our Social Work Values are heard at the ballot by voting!

Rise and shine, Connecticut! Polls are officially open across the state, and you’ve got until 8 p.m. to make your voice heard. Every local vote helps shape your schools, roads, and neighborhoods, so grab your coffee and get to your polling place!️ Find all the details at https://ow.ly/wO1i50XllsB.

11/04/2025

Happy to share this.

Use these ready-to-post social media graphics to help spread awareness and connect your community with important food resources. Just download and share on your social channels.

11/04/2025

is joining cities, unions, and civil society organizations to sue the Trump-Vance Administration for weaponizing Public Service Loan Forgiveness to silence critics and stifle dissent. "The proposed changes to Public Service Loan Forgiveness would punish those who dedicate their careers to strengthening communities and supporting our most vulnerable neighbors," NASW CEO Anthony Estreet, PhD, MBA, LCSW-C, said. Read our press release: https://tinyurl.com/3vhp7p5x

11/03/2025

🌍 IFSW Virtual Conference | Nov 20, 2025 | 12–4:15 PM ET
🎓 Earn 3 Free CE Credits!

Join , & for a powerful event on supporting immigrants, refugees & displaced communities. Explore justice, healing & policy solutions in global .

🔗 Register: http://bit.ly/4nhgsdR