2024 Fall Virtual Forum - Day 1 & 3
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2024 Fall Virtual Forum - Day 1 & 3
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11:45am – 12:00pm (EST)
WELCOME & INTRODUCTION
Anthony Estreet, PhD, MBA, LCSW-C
CEO
National Association of Social WorkersPARTICIPANT ENGAGEMENT
Raffaele Vitelli, CAE
Vice President
Professional Education and Product Development
National Association of Social Worker12:00pm – 1:00pm
OPENING KEYNOTE PRESENTATION
Mental Health Matters: Trends in Youth Mental Health (Social Work CE)
John Richardson-Lauve, MSW, LCSW
Senior Director of Community Outreach and Trauma-Informed Care Specialist
St. Joseph’s VillaWhile most youth are healthy, physically and emotionally, one in every four to five youth in the general population meet criteria for a lifetime mental disorder and as a result may face discrimination and negative attitudes. According to recent data, instances of experiencing persistent feelings of sadness or hopelessness have risen percent, youth considering suicide have risen 37 percent, and youth attempting suicide have risen 20 percent. This presentation will address these trends and other factors influencing youth mental health and the leadership role that social workers can play in addressing and staying ahead of them.
Anthony Estreet, PhD, MBA, LCSW-C
CEO
National Association of Social Workers
Raffaele Vitelli, CAE
Vice President, Professional Education and Product Development
National Association of Social Workers
John Richardson-Lauve, MSW, LCSW
Senior Director of Community Outreach and Trauma-Informed Care Specialist
St. Joseph’s Villa
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(Social Work CE)
This session is designed to equip social workers with tools to respond to the trauma of gun violence at the micro, mezzo, and macro levels. Participants will learn the negative impact of the threat of gun violence in schools, discuss the value of proactive school safety measures, the importance of secure firearm storage through the Be SMART for Kids program, and receive salient, trauma-informed recommendations for learning tools and techniques for adults to respond to their own needs and the needs of a child if they are activated by an incident of gun violence.
Abigail Hurst, MSW
Director, Trauma-Informed Programs
Everytown for Gun Safety
Johanna Thomas, PhD, LCSW
Director and Associate Professor
University of Arkansas School of Social Work
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(Social Work CE)
Concurrent Breakout Session 1B: Program Design and Policy Related to Meeting the Needs of Children with Behavioral Treatment Needs Involved with Child Welfare: Opportunities and ChallengesPeter J. Pecora, PhD
Managing Director of Research Services
Casey Family Programs
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(Macro Social Work CE)
It has been said the very foundations of our democracy are at stake in the 2024 elections. The Social Work Code of Ethics tells us “Social workers should be aware of the impact of the political arena on practice and should advocate for changes in policy and legislation to improve social conditions to meet basic human needs and promote social justice.” Social workers of all persuasions are looking at the 2024 election to see how it may impact the direction of the country.
Ja’Bree Harris, MSW
Public Policy and Advocacy Manager
National Association of Social Workers
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(Social Work CE)
Social media has forever changed how we communicate, making it easier to connect and foster community, but can also lead to unintended negative consequences such as anxiety, depression, and diminishing self-worth. This session will overview research and insights into the psychological effects of social media, and how it shapes identity, self-esteem, and social interactions. Additionally, the session will explore how social workers can help students and young people cultivate healthier online habits and use social media to benefit themselves, their mental well-being, and their community.
Doug Fagen, PhD, Private Practice
Ambassador: The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP)
Center of Excellence (CoE) on Social Media and Youth Mental Health
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4:45pm – 5:45pm (EST)
PLENARY SESSION
Student Mental Health: A School Social Work Perspective (Social Work CE)
Addressing school shootings, feeding children who are underfed, and advocating for proper learning resources are among the multifaceted responsibilities of school social workers. The panel will address a rising concern about the state of children and adolescents’ mental health, especially within the school environment.
Kashera Guy Robinson, DSW, LICSW
Field Education Director & Clinical Assistant Professor
Auburn University at MontgomeryRobert Lucio, PhD, LCSW MSSW
Online Program Director
University of Tennessee College of Social WorkAaron M. Thompson, PhD, MSW, M.Ed
Professor and Director
University of Missouri School of Social Work
Panel from School Social Work Specialty Practice Section5:45pm – 6:00pm
Day One Closing Remarks
Yvonne Elder Chase, PhD, LCSW, ACSW
President, National Association of Social WorkersKashera Guy Robinson, DSW, LICSW
Field Education Director & Clinical Assistant Professor
Auburn University at Montgomery
Robert Lucio, PhD, LCSW
MSSW Online Program Director
University of Tennessee College of Social Work
Aaron M. Thompson, PhD, MSW, M.Ed
Professor and Director
University of Missouri School of Social Work
Yvonne Elder Chase, PhD, LCSW, ACSW
President, National Association of Social Workers
Associate Professor, University of Alaska
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10:45am – 11:00am (EST)
WELCOME & OVERVIEW
Anthony Estreet, PhD, MBA, LCSW-C
CEO
National Association of Social WorkersPARTICIPANT ENGAGEMENT
Raffaele Vitelli, CAE
Vice President
Professional Education and Product Development
National Association of Social Worker11:00am – 12:00pm
PLENARY PRESENTATION
What’s Trending in Social Work Ethics and the Law? Exploring Key Challenges Facing the Profession (Ethics CE)
This session will be presented by NASW’s Office of Ethics and Legal Defense Fund whose missions are to advance ethical and legal social work practice via a wide array of educational resources and services. Ethics and legal consultation services are among the most valued benefits offered to NASW members. Each year, NASW interfaces with thousands of social workers around ethics and legal questions. The data garnered from NASW legal and ethics consultations uniquely postures the association to articulate key ethical and legal challenges facing the social work profession
Andrea Murray, MSW, LICSW
Director, Office of Ethics and Professional Review
National Association of Social WorkersAshlee Fox, JD, MSW
Deputy General Counsel
National Association of Social WorkersAnthony Estreet, PhD, MBA, LCSW-C
CEO
National Association of Social Workers
Raffaele Vitelli, CAE
Vice President, Professional Education and Product Development
National Association of Social Workers
Andrea Murray, MSW, LICSW
Director, Office of Ethics and Professional Review
National Association of Social Workers
Ashlee Fox, JD, MSW
Deputy General Counsel
National Association of Social Workers
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(Social Work CE)
What are the implications of housing insecurity on youth mental health? This session will identify what housing insecurity is and how social workers can help children obtain stable lifestyles. It will also discuss services and resources to address the mental health of children who have been impacted by housing insecurity.
Kim Johnson
Manager Public Policy
National Low Income Housing Coalition
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(Social Work CE)
This session addresses the increasing need for emergency preparedness and lockdown protocols in schools, reflecting the growing concerns around student safety. The impact of these practices on the mental health of children, youth, and families is significant, raising questions about trauma, anxiety, and long-term effects. Social workers play a critical role in supporting students and families as they navigate these challenges. This session will explore the implications for practice and strategies to promote resilience and emotional well-being in the face of these challenges
Presentation by:
Readiness and Emergency Management for Schools /Technical Assistance Center
U.S. Department of EducationChristina Connolly-Chester, Psy.D, NCSP
Director, Psychological Services
Montgomery County (MD) Public School System
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2:00pm – 3:00pm (EST)
CLOSING KEYNOTE SESSION
Social Work Leadership: A Call to Action (Social Work CE)
Natalie Moore-Bembry, Ed.D, MSW, LCSW
Assistant Professor and BASW Program Director
Rutgers University School of Social WorkChristine Chapais, MSW
Assistant Professor and Director Online MSW Program
Rutgers University School of Social Work3:00pm – 3:15pm
DAY THREE CLOSING REMARKS AND ADJOURNMENT
Yvonne Elder Chase, PhD, LCSW, ACSW
President, National Association of Social WorkersNatalie Moore-Bembry, Ed.D, MSW, LCSW
Assistant Professor and BASW Program Director
Rutgers School of Social Work
Christine Chapais, MSW
Assistant Professor and Director Online MSW Program
Rutgers University School of Social Work
Yvonne Elder Chase, PhD, LCSW, ACSW
President, National Association of Social Workers
Associate Professor, University of Alaska
