Virtual Symposium 2025 | Harnessing the Power of Social Work: Compassion in Action
Thursday, May 1 & Friday, May 2
Join the NASW-MA and NASW-RI Chapters on Thursday, May 1 & Friday, May 2, 2025, with Keynote Speaker Loretta J. Ross, an activist, public intellectual, scholar, the 2022 recipient of the MacArthur Foundation "Genius" award, and an Associate Professor at Smith College. Symposium 2025 is featuring 80+ live and on-demand workshops. Attendees will have the opportunity to connect with experts in the field and gain new skills at innovative workshops.
May 1, 8:00 am: Creating a Supportive Community for Solo Agers: Best Practices and Innovations. Speaker: Ailene Gerhardt, MA, BCPA, CSA® (applies to anti-discrimination CEUs). This presentation will address the unique concerns of solo agers, focusing on innovative best practices for creating and sustaining support. Attendees will explore case studies gaining insights into development, collaboration, outreach, engagement, and sustainability.