Call for 2023 NASW-CA Annual Conference Proposals

Share your knowledge, experience, and tips at 2023 NASW-CA Annual Conference 

NASW-CA is excited to announce that the 2023 Annual Conference will be held in-person, and we can’t wait to engage with hundreds of social work and social service professionals this fall! The 2023 conference theme is Re-Emergence: A New Path for Social Work, and will explore a range of topics related to the practice of social work and leadership in a post-COVID world. On October 20 and 21, we will be gathering at the Marriott Burbank Airport Hotel in Burbank, CA to re-engage, reimagine, and reconnect with you through innovative programming, networking, and inspiring workshops and speakers. 

As the world keeps evolving, social workers are rising to meet the needs of their communities, advocating in the state legislature, and working on the frontlines of social change. We hope you will join us to share the collective power of social work and the impact our profession has on social justice, public welfare, and beyond.  

We invite all corners of the social work profession to submit a conference presentation proposal and help us set the tone for this year’s event! These 90-minute presentations will cover a broad range of topics from clinical practice issues for experienced practitioners to advocacy, leadership, and social justice work. We look forward to reviewing your proposals and sharing your knowledge. 

Workshop themes and topics should fall into one or more of the following categories:

• Micro/Mezzo in Children, Youth, and Families 
• Micro/Mezzo in Health and Aging 
• Micro/Mezzo in Anti-Violence and Crisis Intervention 
• Micro/Mezzo in Clinical Social Work 
• Macro Practice in Policy, Advocacy, and Activism 
• Macro Practice in Leadership and Program Management 
• Macro Practice in Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Antiracism 

Presenter Benefit: Presenters receive a 30% registration fee discount to access the full Annual Conference Program! (NASW-CA does not reimburse presenters for lodging, travel or any related expenses. Presenters are not required to attend the conference)

Presentation requirements:

• Provides advanced-level themes taught by licensed and non-licensed experts (annual conference attendees have an average of 15 to 25 years of social work experience)
• Offers curriculum that has been highly rated by other audiences
• Includes content specific to treatment modalities
• Include how content may apply to Macro level social work
• Emphasizes activities such as group discussion, vignettes, and case studies
• Include content that demonstrates respect, appreciation and knowledge of current diversity, inclusion, and equity issues related to the topic

Application Deadline: Monday, May 1, 2023 – 5:00 pm PT

 Save the Date for October 20 and 21, 2023! 

Stay connected with us as we announce more updates and event details in the coming weeks.  

Please contact Cheryl Raynak at craynak.naswca@socialworkers.org with any questions.