Oct 9, 2024 — Social work’s bio-psycho-social-spiritual philosophy and commitment to equity and social justice directly complements health care. We are excited to be inviting our members to join our Health Committee and help shape the future of social work in health care across Nova Scotia. The deadline for expressions of interest is Oct 31.
On September 19, 2024, NSCSW staff member attended Cape Breton’s University Department of Social Work conference, Allies: Working Together on the Path of Change.
On January 7, 2022, Bill C-4 became law across Canada and conversion “therapy” became illegal. The criminalization of this practice was adopted unanimously by MPs, in support of a motion that was presented by Conservative MP Rob Moore in 2022. Years later, significant education is still needed to ensure understanding of these practices and their effects, and… Read more »
Aug 9, 2024 — Nova Scotia social workers are invited to explore the intersections of disability, poverty, and medical assistance in dying (MAiD) with Dr. Tammy Bernasky, professor at Cape Breton University.
Jul 26, 2024 — Big Ideas in Mental Health is an ongoing series of panel discussions developed by the Social Justice Committee of the NSCSW. These discussions bring together people with lived experience, frontline service providers, and researchers, to provide a 360° view of the social determinants of mental health and wellbeing. Join us as we discuss the intersections between neurodiversity, trauma, mental health & social justice concerns.
Jul 24, 2024 — This Pride season, NSCSW invites Nova Scotia social workers to learn about identifying conversion practices & supporting recovery from them.
Jul 12, 2024 — An overview of gender-based violence in the disability community for Nova Scotian social workers
Jun 6, 2024 — June is National Indigenous History Month and Pride Month. Let’s talk about how these are connected in our pursuit of reconciliation
May 9, 2024 — We must begin to become aware of the role of unconscious bias in shaping our beliefs. Being aware of the factors that shape our understanding of the world around us is crucial to ensuring safe(R) social work practice.
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.
CONNECTION is the official newsletter of the Nova Scotia College of Social Workers.
