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I facilitate a dynamic group for MSWs and LSWs who are pursuing clinical licensure in Colorado. Participants can expect to learn about relevant topics each month and spend time in group consultation exploring ethical, clinical, and theoretical issues. The group is capped at 10 participants and meets remotely so it is available to anyone pursuing licensure in Colorado. We're starting a second group in October, which will meet on the first Monday of the month from 5-7 pm. Please email (ann@tworiverstherapycolorado.com) or more information can be found on my website: tworiverstherapycolorado.com

Please join the Southeastern Region Representative for a virtual lunch hour. Click "Read More" for meeting details. All are welcome to attend.

The Practice Standards Committee meets virtually via Zoom at this time due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. The Practice Standards Committee meets monthly (*please note: the Committee does NOT meet during the months of July & December each year) and we welcome all members. The Committee has a consultative process that handles questions from members. Please contact chapter Executive Director, Leanne Rupp (lrupp.naswco@socialworkers.org) for more information.

The purpose of the Committee on Practice Standards is to examine areas of all social work practice and develop guidelines of ethical conduct. This committee does not function in lieu of the specially appointed NASW Committee on Inquiry, but rather in addition to such a committee. The Committee on Practice Standards focuses on areas in which standards of practice have not been developed, as well as areas where questions may have come forth regarding unclear interpretations of existing standards. The committee may issue advisory opinions regarding the practice of social work.

The Committee has a consultative process that handles questions from members. This process guides members in the ethical decision-making process, but does not provide supervision or give legal advice. The Committee will accept questions/issues that have an impact on social work practice. You are invited to attend a meeting in-person (when in-person meetings resume post-COVID-19 pandemic) or by Zoom/phone to bring the question/issue for discussion. Please contact the NASW Chapter Executive Director, Leanne Rupp at lrupp.naswco@socialworkers.org to request the issue be added to a meeting agenda.

Please join us for the next meeting of the Justice, Equity, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (JEDI) Committee. Click "Read More" for meeting details. All are welcome to attend.

The transgender and gender-expansive community face immense challenges when attempting to access adequate mental health services. Many in the trans community feel misunderstood by clinicians or even harmed by a lack of gender-affirming knowledge. This salon will support social work professionals in learning how to be more validating, welcoming, confident and skilled when working with the trans community. I will cover topics related to the distinction between sex, gender, and gender expression, how to best support a trans client, and information needed to write a WPATH letter for clients seeking gender-affirming medical care. This presentation will cover the basics of transness for clinicians who have not yet started to learn about trans identity as well as higher-level information for those that are interested in supporting clients on their transition journey.

The Private Practice Group meets virtually via Zoom at this time due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. The Private Practice Group focuses on the business management and administrative aspects of developing and operating a privately owned clinical social work practice. The group's goal is to provide tips, guidance, professional resources, collegial support, and positive encouragement surrounding the successes and challenges of starting and owning your own practice.  The group meets on the 4th Saturday of the month (except summer (June/July), November, & December) virtually via Zoom for mutual support to discuss setting up and maintaining your private practice. Pre-contemplative, new, and seasoned private practice social workers are welcome. NASW Members only. Please contact NASW-CO Executive Director, Leanne Rupp at lrupp.naswco@socialworkers.org to get in touch with the Committee Chairs and for the virtual meeting information. 

Please join the Southeastern Region Representative for a virtual lunch hour. Click "Read More" for meeting details. All are welcome to attend.

The Practice Standards Committee meets virtually via Zoom at this time due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. The Practice Standards Committee meets monthly (*please note: the Committee does NOT meet during the months of July & December each year) and we welcome all members. The Committee has a consultative process that handles questions from members. Please contact chapter Executive Director, Leanne Rupp (lrupp.naswco@socialworkers.org) for more information.

The purpose of the Committee on Practice Standards is to examine areas of all social work practice and develop guidelines of ethical conduct. This committee does not function in lieu of the specially appointed NASW Committee on Inquiry, but rather in addition to such a committee. The Committee on Practice Standards focuses on areas in which standards of practice have not been developed, as well as areas where questions may have come forth regarding unclear interpretations of existing standards. The committee may issue advisory opinions regarding the practice of social work.

The Committee has a consultative process that handles questions from members. This process guides members in the ethical decision-making process, but does not provide supervision or give legal advice. The Committee will accept questions/issues that have an impact on social work practice. You are invited to attend a meeting in-person (when in-person meetings resume post-COVID-19 pandemic) or by Zoom/phone to bring the question/issue for discussion. Please contact the NASW Chapter Executive Director, Leanne Rupp at lrupp.naswco@socialworkers.org to request the issue be added to a meeting agenda.

Please join us for the next meeting of the Justice, Equity, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (JEDI) Committee. Click "Read More" for meeting details. All are welcome to attend.

Who Can Attend this Event?
This event is free for active CSCSW. Non-members may attend for $45. **NASW members receive a $15 discount through their NASW membership - **please contact Chapter Executive Director, Leanne Rupp at lrupp.naswco@socialworkers.org to receive the discount code before registering. Current social work students may attend for free after submitting proof of student status (copy of valid student id, current course schedule from registrar, etc). Register through the Event Page on the CSCSW website.