Event date: 10/18/2026 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM

NASWNY Chapter / Sunday, September 20, 2026

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C.A.R.E.S: Conversations & Charcuterie: Advocacy Listening session

Name: Conversations & Charcuterie: Advocacy Listening Session
Start: 2026-10-18T12:00:00-04:00
End: 2026-10-18T14:00:00-04:00
Location: Washington Park

Sunday, October 18, 2026 | 12:00PM - 2:00PM ET

NASW NY CARES Presents • Advocacy

In-person advocacy listening session Sunday, October 18, 2026 • 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM Eastern Time • Washington Park, Albany

Date: Sunday, October 18, 2026
Time: 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM Eastern Time
Location: Washington Park, Albany, NY
Format: In person
Who should attend: Social workers in the Capital Region
Presented by: NASW NY CARES, with the North East Division and the NASW-NY Policy team
CE credit: Not a CE program

About This Event

NASW NY CARES, in collaboration with the North East Division and the NASW-NY Policy team, invites social workers in the Capital Region to a listening session in Washington Park. We want to hear which issues are most affecting your work.

NASW-NY advances policies that strengthen the social work profession, support social workers, and improve the wellbeing of individuals, families, and communities throughout New York.

The goal of this in-person get-together is to inform NASW-NY’s advocacy as we prepare for the 2027 legislative session. The people doing the work know best where systems fall short and leave clients without the support they need. We cannot do this work alone. Join the movement and enjoy a nice day in the park.

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What You’ll Hear About

The Chapter’s annual lobby day on Tuesday, February 9, 2027
The advocacy committees AGR and PACE
How to use your voice to shape the future of the profession

Questions

For questions or accommodation requests, email info.naswny@socialworkers.org.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Conversations & Charcuterie?

It is an in-person advocacy listening session in Washington Park, presented by NASW NY CARES in collaboration with the NASW-NY North East Division and Policy team. Social workers in the Capital Region share which issues most affect their work.

Who should attend?

Social workers in the Capital Region. The people doing the work know best where systems fall short and leave clients without the support they need, so their input shapes NASW-NY's advocacy.

What is the purpose of this listening session?

The goal is to inform NASW-NY's advocacy as the Chapter prepares for the 2027 legislative session.

What is NASW-NY's annual lobby day?

It is the Chapter's annual lobby day, held on Tuesday, February 9, 2027. This event shares information about it, along with the AGR and PACE advocacy committees and how to use your voice to shape the future of the profession.

When and where is the event?

The session is on Sunday, October 18, 2026, from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM Eastern Time. It is held in person at Washington Park in Albany, New York.

Is this event eligible for CE credit?

No. This is not a continuing education program.

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Continuing Education & Licensing FAQ

Find answers regarding NYSED accreditation, member benefits, student access, and required contact hours.

How do I register for a CE webinar?

Registering for a NASW-NY continuing education webinar takes just a few minutes. Follow these steps:

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Certificates for live webinars are issued after your attendance is confirmed. Here is what has to happen:

Attend for the minimum required time. You must be present for the required portion of the session.
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Attendance is confirmed. NASW-NY verifies your attendance.
Get your certificate. Once confirmed, your certificate will be available to you in InReach.

Self-study courses work differently. Certificates are generated as soon as you finish the course and evaluation.

Is NASW-NY an officially approved provider of CE credits in New York?

Yes. The National Association of Social Workers - New York Chapter (NASW-NY) is recognized by the New York State Education Department (NYSED) State Board for Social Work as an approved provider of continuing education for LMSWs, LCSWs, LMFTs, LMHCs, and Licensed Psychologists.

What learning formats are available for CE credits?

NASW-NY offers flexible learning formats to fit your schedule:

Live Virtual Webinars: Interactive sessions that count the same as live, in-person training under NYSED requirements. Earn CEs and complete requirements from anywhere.
Self-Study (On-Demand) Courses: Complete state-approved continuing education at your own pace, anytime.

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What are the NYS continuing education requirements for social work license renewal?

Licensed Social Workers in New York State are required by NYSED to complete 36 hours of continuing education during each 3-year registration triennium. Effective April 2023, at least 3 contact hours must specifically address maintaining appropriate professional boundaries.

Which upcoming courses satisfy the NYS Professional Boundaries requirement?

NASW-NY regularly schedules 3-contact-hour boundary workshops led by industry leaders like Dr. Kathryn Krase. Upcoming programs include:

What Happens in Therapy, Stays in Therapy. Unless... Exploring the Ethics of Confidentiality - November 17, 2026 (1:00-4:00 p.m. ET)
The Challenging Ethics of Mental Health Supervision - December 8, 2026 (10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. ET)

Check the CE Schedule above for newly added boundary workshops.

What free CE programs are available to NASW-NY members?

NASW-NY members receive 12 free CEs per year through Member-Exclusive Free CE programs. They run on a rotating schedule tied to awareness observances, such as Social Work Month (March), Autism Awareness Month (April), Pride Month (June), and World Suicide Prevention Day (September). Registration opens approximately two months before each program.

Browse the CE Schedule above for current dates and topics.

Are there free NASW-NY programs for social work students?

Yes. Registration is always free for student members. These programs are for professional development only. They do not carry NYSED continuing education contact hours.

Cost: Free for student members.
Credit: None. Professional development only.
Not a member yet? Join NASW to get access.

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What Veteran Mental Health Training Initiative (VMHTI) programs are offered in 2026?

The Veteran Mental Health Training Initiative (VMHTI) offers close to 20 free CEs in 2026, open to both members and non-members.

March: Equine Therapy and Veteran Support (downstate and upstate sessions), live virtual, 2 CEs each
April: NY State Dwyer Coalition's Veteran Suicide Intervention Conference, in person at Fordham University, Lincoln Center, 4 CEs
August: Annual VMHTI Conference, live virtual, up to 10 CEs
Winter: one live virtual session between September and December 2026 (details TBD)

Do I need updated Mandated Reporter Training in New York?

Yes, if you're a mandated reporter in New York State, recent law changes require you to complete updated training, even if you've taken Mandated Reporter Training before.

Chapter 25 of the Laws of 2024 added training on identifying abuse or maltreatment in children with intellectual or developmental disabilities. Anyone who completed training between 11/1/2022 and 8/31/2025 must complete the updated curriculum by November 17, 2026. A short 15-minute addendum is available through most approved providers for those who only need to cover this update.
Chapter 56 of the Laws of 2021 added training on implicit bias, adverse childhood experiences, and recognizing signs of abuse in virtual interactions, with a completion deadline of April 1, 2025.

NASW-NY offers self-study options to meet these requirements, open to everyone:

Making the Decision to Report Suspected Child Maltreatment: Updated NYS Mandated Reporter Training (opens in a new tab): full training for those who need the complete course.
Meeting the Updated NYS Mandated Reporter Training Requirement (An Addendum to Previous Training) (opens in a new tab): the short addendum for those who already completed training between 11/1/2022 and 8/31/2025.

New: NASW-NY has also added one live, full 3-hour version on Thursday, October 29, 2026, 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. ET. Previously the full training was available as self-study only. Find it on the CE Schedule above.

How many free CEs do NASW-NY members receive?

NASW-NY members receive up to 12 free CE credits per year (36 total credits across a 3-year renewal cycle). In addition, members gain free or discounted access to specialty initiatives like the Veteran Mental Health Training Initiative (VMHTI), which offers about 20 additional free CE hours annually.

Are these CE credits accepted outside of New York State?

Most state licensing boards recognize NYSED-approved continuing education courses, particularly for ethics and professional boundary requirements. However, practitioners licensed outside NY should verify specific reciprocity guidelines with their local state board.

Who do I contact if I have trouble with InReach or my NASW login?

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