Welcome to the 2025 Virtual Forum

Technology is impacting nearly every aspect of social work, from how practitioners deliver services and maintain client relationships to how they advocate for change and protect sensitive information. As digital tools become more integrated into practice, social workers face critical questions about ethics, privacy, and equitable access.

The 2025 NASW Virtual Forum: Compassionate Innovation: Social Work and Technology (November 5–6, 2025) will offer a thoughtful exploration of these issues, helping social workers navigate opportunities and risks while staying grounded in the profession’s values of compassion, dignity, and social justice.

Across two days of keynotes, plenaries, and breakout sessions, participants will examine emerging technologies, discuss the policies that safeguard responsible use, and share real-world strategies for balancing innovation with human-centered practice. This forum is designed to prepare you for the rapidly evolving landscape of social work and technology, providing actionable insights and the opportunity to earn up to 16 CEs. Don’t miss this chance to engage with peers, learn from leading voices, and help shape the future of ethical, compassionate innovation in social work.

General Questions

For general questions about content, CE credits, or other information about the Virtual Forum, please visit our FAQ page or contact NASW at naswvirtualforum@socialworkers.org.  

CE Credit

Between the live event and access to the session recordings after the program, you will be able to earn up to 16 CEs. Earn up to 8 CEs by fully participating in the live event on November 5–6, 2025. All sessions will be recorded and made available to registrants at no additional cost for three months. You can earn an additional 8 CEs by viewing the recordings of sessions you were unable to attend during the live event.

Optimal Browser Note

Please ensure you are using one of the following recommended browsers: Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, or Safari. Do not use Microsoft Edge, as it is not supported by the platform.