NASW-NY C.A.R.E.S. Events & Community Programs

NASW-NY C.A.R.E.S.

C.A.R.E.S. stands for Collaboration, Advocacy, Resources, Engagement & Support. It is the NASW-New York Chapter’s statewide community engagement initiative, connecting members and social workers through advocacy, professional resources, networking, and chapter programs.

Collaboration

Advocacy

Resources

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Advocacy and legislative events

Engage in policy action, legislative days, and community advocacy events that champion social work values. Explore advocacy events

Map of NASW-NY regional divisions across New York State

Division special events

Connect with social workers in your region through meet-and-greets, social gatherings, and other division programs. See division events

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Social Work Month series

Join our annual series of programs celebrating Social Work Month each March. Learn about the Social Work Month series

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Virtual social work job fairs

Connect with employers hiring social workers across New York State. Dates coming soon

About NASW-NY C.A.R.E.S.

C.A.R.E.S. creates community engagement opportunities, events, and series throughout the chapter program year. These programs foster connections among social workers and provide essential resources, support, and advocacy tools while reinforcing the profession’s core values.

The initiative works closely with the NASW-NY Policy Team and, when appropriate, the Professional Development Coordinator to develop programs that incorporate continuing education opportunities. C.A.R.E.S. also collaborates with the chapter’s committees, special interest groups, and regional divisions.

We take pride in our work with social work students and build meaningful partnerships with New York social work organizations and agencies to strengthen the statewide social work community.

Opening October 2026

Annual Social Work Awards

NASW-NY’s annual awards honor social workers whose leadership, service, and contributions strengthen the profession and communities across New York. Additional information is coming soon.

Some events are open only to NASW-NY members, but most C.A.R.E.S. events welcome all social workers.

[The Election Series] Get Out the Vote (GOTV) Social Work Phone Banking Event

Wednesday, October 14 | 12:00PM - 1:30PM ET

NASWNY Chapter / 10/14/2026 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM 0 1302

C.A.R.E.S.
Election Series
Virtual

A non-partisan phone banking training with the Katal Center for Equity, Health, and Justice. Learn how to engage voters, no experience needed. Not a CE program.

[The Election Series] Advocacy to Action: Social Workers, Voting & Civic Engagement

Wednesday, October 14 | 6:00PM - 7:30PM ET

NASWNY Chapter / 10/14/2026 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM 0 1275

C.A.R.E.S.
Election Series
Virtual
Free
No CE

Leaders from Voting is Social Work and HeadCount share how social workers can mobilize voters and strengthen civic engagement. Not a CE program.

[The Election Series] Chapters Connect: Social Workers for Democracy Day of Action

Thursday, October 15

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C.A.R.E.S.
Election Series
Day of Action

Chapters Connect: Social Workers for Democracy Day of Action brings social workers and collaborating NASW Chapters together for meaningful civic action. Engagement toolkit available to download.

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

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

NASWNY Chapter / 10/18/2026 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM 0 947

Advocacy
Northeast Division
C.A.R.E.S.

An in-person listening session in Washington Park for Capitol Region social workers to share the issues affecting their work and help shape NASW-NY's 2027 advocacy. Not a CE program.

Housing is Health: Social Work and Housing Leaders in Partnership

Tuesday, October 20 | 6:00PM - 7:30PM ET

NASWNY Chapter / 10/20/2026 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM 0 1099

C.A.R.E.S.
Housing & Health
Virtual
Free
No CE

Social work and housing leaders, including people with lived experience, discuss how social workers drive housing stability and better health outcomes. Not a CE program.

Social Workers in Action: Fearless! We Can Be Heroes 5K Run/Walk

Sunday, October 25, 2026

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Special Event

Hudson Valley Division: FEARLESS! We Can Be Heroes 5K Run/Walk

Social Workers in Action! Bring a social worker. Join your Hudson Valley social work community for a day of connection, wellness, and community action. 9 counties. 1 division. 1 community.

Sunday, October 25, 2026
Montgomery, NY

[Fall 2026 Senior Series] Critical Issues Facing Senior Clients

Tuesday, October 27 | 12:00PM - 1:00PM ET

NASWNY Chapter / 10/27/2026 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM 0 982

C.A.R.E.S.
Senior Series
Virtual
Free
No CE

Elder law attorney Sara Meyers, Esq. covers long-term care costs, Medicaid eligibility, and planning strategies to protect seniors and their families. Not a CE program.

[Fall 2026 Senior Series] Drafting an Effective Power of Attorney

Wednesday, October 28 | 12:00PM - 1:00PM ET

NASWNY Chapter / 10/28/2026 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM 0 946

C.A.R.E.S.
Senior Series
Virtual
Free
No CE

Elder law attorney Sara Meyers, Esq. explains how to choose and draft the right power of attorney, from gifting powers to digital assets. Not a CE program.

[Fall 2026 Senior Series] Connecting & Reconnecting: The NASW-NY Seasoned & Retired Social Workers Peer Support Group

Thursday, October 29 | 6:00PM - 7:00PM ET

NASWNY Chapter / 10/29/2026 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM 0 952

C.A.R.E.S.
Senior Series
Virtual
Free
No CE

Seasoned and retired social workers from across New York State are invited to reconnect, meet colleagues, and learn about the NASW-NY Peer Support Group. Thursday, October 29, 6:00 PM ET. Not a CE program.