Virtual via Zoom

This committee aims to organize social workers at all stages of their learning and career across the state of Colorado to dismantle barriers to resources and opportunities in society so that all individuals and communities can live full and dignified lives through direct and collective action.

The committee is group-led and encourages brave conversations to guide our goals. We are looking for members who can dedicate time each month to identify issues in the social work field and work toward outlining goals and strategies to address these issues. If you want to work towards rooting anti-oppression and anti-racist work in your practice and create change at the state level, please join us!

Pre-registration is not required & ALL (members & non-members) are welcome in this space.

We know preparing to take a Social Work Licensure Exam can be a challenging and stressful process. You want to make sure you have all the information you need to succeed, and you are not alone! We believe that you deserve the very best preparation for the exam, which is why we have partnered with Dawn Apgar, the author of the Social Work exam preparation books! To reduce costs and provide a robust learning experience, we have also partnered with NASW Montana and NASW Wyoming to connect participants from the rocky mountain region.

Learn strategies for interpreting exam questions and understanding exam format and get study tips and tools to prepare for your exam with confidence. You'll also learn ways to manage test anxiety and have access to a wealth of study materials. This course does not focus on reviewing specific content of the exams; rather, it focuses on strategies aimed at helping you to pass the exam. Content review is included in the course materials. Participants will also earn 6.5 CE Credits for this prep course.

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The Legislative Committee reviews policy issues that deserve the attention of legislators and other officials, and develops a set of legislative priorities for the Chapter on an annual basis. Depending on the issues and opportunities at hand, members may provide testimony to legislative committees, help to draft proposed legislation, or monitor current bills and outcomes for the chapter.

Members are encouraged to join our Legislative Committee meetings. During the legislative season (January to May) the Committee meets the first and third Wednesdays from Noon - 1pm virtually via Zoom (all meetings are currently virtual due to the ongoing COVID-19 Pandemic). Outside of the legislative season the Committee generally meets 1x/month (on the 3rd Wednesday of each month from noon-1pm via Zoom) in the Fall from August-December in order to prepare for the upcoming Legislative Session.

Virtual Meeting via Zoom

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 each month from 9:30am-11am via Zoom (except in June and November, when the group holds a casual coffee hour on the 2nd Saturday of the month from 9:30am-11am via Zoom, & July and December, when the committee does not meet) and sometimes hosts external speakers on a variety of educational topics including insurance, billing, fee setting, marketing, legal business organization, and bookkeeping, as well as providing mutual support amongst group members to discuss setting up and maintaining your private practice. Pre-contemplative, new, and seasoned private practice social workers are welcome. This is a space for NASW Members only. 

🌍 Social Justice Resource Fair

🗓 Monday, June 2, 2025 | 5:30–7:00 PM MT

📍 Lafayette Public Library | 775 W Baseline Rd, Lafayette, CO 80026

Join NASW-CO and local social work and mental health professionals for a FREE in-person Social Justice Resource Fair — an opportunity to connect, collaborate, and uplift equity-centered work happening in the Boulder/Broomfield region and beyond.

Organized by Beth Reynolds, NASW-CO Boulder/Broomfield Region Representative, this event will bring together advocates, affirming care providers, and justice-minded organizations to build community and share valuable resources with the public. Whether you’re a community member, provider, or organization representative, we welcome you to:

Attend and explore resources that center equity, diversity, inclusion, and affirming care

Table and spotlight your social justice–aligned services, programs, or advocacy efforts

There is an ongoing need for more communication and solidarity in the scholarly community of social work students in the BSW/BSSW, MSW, & DSW/Ph. D. programs throughout Colorado. With this in mind, we starting a recurring monthly 1-hour meeting for social work students, university program Student-led Social Work Clubs, faculty advisors, etc. to connect and share interests, questions, and concerns with each other.

These meetings will be facilitated by the NASW-CO Student Board Representatives & ALL are welcome & encouraged to join (NASW membership is NOT required to participate). The first meeting will be held on Tuesday, March 4, 2025 at 6pm MT. Subsequent months' meeting dates will show on the NASW-CO Events Calendar.

June 5-6, 2025 | 9 AM - 5:30 PM MT

Register Here: https://www.coloradosocialworkers.com/supervision-training - Discounted prices for purchasing 2 or 3 dates for 2025 trainings

Offered virtually

Trainer: Bethany Raab, LCSW, ACS

When you enroll in our Clinical Supervision Training, you are taking a significant step toward advancing your career in social work. Whether you're looking to step into a supervisory role, enhance your existing skills, or gain the confidence to lead and mentor others, our program is designed to meet your needs.

Virtual via Zoom

This committee aims to organize social workers at all stages of their learning and career across the state of Colorado to dismantle barriers to resources and opportunities in society so that all individuals and communities can live full and dignified lives through direct and collective action.

The committee is group-led and encourages brave conversations to guide our goals. We are looking for members who can dedicate time each month to identify issues in the social work field and work toward outlining goals and strategies to address these issues. If you want to work towards rooting anti-oppression and anti-racist work in your practice and create change at the state level, please join us!

Pre-registration is not required & ALL (members & non-members) are welcome in this space.

"Polyvagal Theory Applied to Neurodivergent Clients" presented by Neurodiversity-Affirming Psychotherapy Training Institute (NAPTI)

These office hours are open to ALL, but REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED - REGISTER HERE NOW!

The NASW Colorado Chapter hosts virtual office hours with Executive Director Leanne Rupp, MSW, LCSW and NASW-CO Board President Dr. Amanda Marsh Baranski, LCSW every 2nd Thursday of the month, from 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm MT. This is a wonderful opportunity for social workers across the state to connect with the Chapter, stay updated on the latest news and developments, ask questions, and share their thoughts and concerns. These monthly office hours are FREE TO ATTEND & OPEN TO ALL. Registration is required.