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Jun 7, 2024 — An introduction to the Mi’kmaw language, to support safe(R) practice by Nova Scotian social workers.

Jun 6, 2024 — An introduction to the Mi’kmaw Native Friendship Centre, and discussion of social work with Indigenous people living in urban settings.

Jun 5, 2024 — Collaboration, conversation & connection over lunch. The collaborative care series offers interdisciplinary professional development and networking opportunities to support allied health professionals in co-creating better outcomes for the people and communities we serve.

25 May, 2024 — NSCSW leadership will present the College’s annual report, including an overview of the organization’s activities in 2023, fiscal review, and proposed budget for 2025.

May 23, 2024 — Members are invited to discuss the new strategic plan for NSCSW

Apr 19, 2024 — Yesterday, on the anniversary of the mass casualty tragedy in Colchester and Cumberland counties, the Minister of Justice repeatedly insisted to media that gender-based violence is not an epidemic in our province. He apologized on the same day. Let’s take a moment to remind ourselves of the deep roots of violence, and recommit to ending it, together.

Apr 16, 2024 — Join us in preparing for our annual conference this May. We have two free pre-conference events planned for the coming weeks.

May 16, 2024 — In the first session of an ongoing series of panels, social workers are invited to explore how practicing self-care for themselves also contributes to safety for the people they serve. This session brings together panelists connected to the Middle East, whether they have lived in the region themselves or are connected through culture and descent.

Apr 11, 2024 — As a companion to the clinical standards under development, we have also been developing a guidelines document to support clinical practitioners. We are sharing a draft of those guidelines now, and are inviting member feedback.

May 10, 2024 — Let’s prepare for our upcoming conference! Dr. Fyre Jean Graveline is sharing her deep knowledge of first voice praxis with us.