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Last chance to save the most on your Lobby Days Registration. Early Bird Discount is still available

Text reads “2023 NASW-CA Legislative Lobby Days. Early Bird Registration extended February 13.”

NASW-CA’s Lobby Days Early Bird Deal has been extended to Monday, February 13! On April 16 and April 17, you will get a hands-on lobbying experience and discover how all social workers, students, clinicians, organizers, and managers can have an impact on state policy. 

You have one more week to grab your Early Bird ticket before the deal expires. A special Member discounted rate is available for all NASW Members! Register today to advocate and influence state legislature on social justice and social work issues.  

At Lobby Days, your ticket gives you access to: 

  • Gain advocacy and lobbying experience at a legislative macro-level 
  • Introduce yourself to legislators, their staff, and other important political contacts 
  • Connect with potential employees at our exhibitor tables 
  • Develop a network of contacts with other professionals and expand your social work community 
  • Earn up to 8 CEUs 
  • And much more! 

Early Bird Registration Discount for Legislative Lobby Days ends on Monday, February 13, after which the cost will increase to general registration rates. This is your last chance to save, so don’t delay your Lobby Day plans!  

2023 Legislative Lobby Days will be in-person for the Conference in Sacramento on Sunday, April 16, and virtual Lobby visits on Monday, April 17.

Schedule

Saturday, April 15 | Evening

  • In-person Team Leader Training (dinner included – for Team Leaders ONLY); SAFE Credit Union Convention Center in Sacramento
  • In-person Volunteer Training; SAFE Credit Union Convention Center in Sacramento

Sunday, April 16 | 9:00 am – 2:30 pm

  • Learn the basics of lobbying and prepare for legislative appointments
  • In-person Conference; SAFE Credit Union Convention Center in Sacramento

Monday, April 17 | Varying times

  • Virtual Legislative Meetings (optional)
  • Virtual Social Action Rally and Legislative appointments (Attendees must attend Sunday to participate in Monday’s appointments)

Registration Deadlines

  • Monday, February 13, 2023 – Early Bird Discount Extended Deadline
  • Monday, March 13, 2023 – Group Registration Deadline
  • Monday, March 27, 2023 – Final Deadline – Space is limited, and event may sell out earlier!
  • Monday, March 27, 2023 – Cancellation/Refund Deadline. A $10 fee is charged for all cancellations. No refunds after this date – no exceptions.

Please contact eventreg@naswca.org with any questions.

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