NASW-Michigan

10/15/2026

📣 Spanish-speaking volunteers needed in Grand Rapids & Kalamazoo!

The Young Center for Immigrant Children’s Rights is recruiting volunteers for its upcoming Volunteer Child Advocate Training in Grand Rapids on October 24 & 25.

Volunteer Child Advocates support and advocate for the best interests of immigrant children. The Young Center is especially in need of Spanish-speaking volunteers in the Grand Rapids and Kalamazoo areas for this upcoming training.

📅 Training: October 24 & 25
📍 Grand Rapids, MI
🗣️ Applicants must be 21+ and speak another language.

Interested in getting involved? Scan the QR code in the graphic or visit theyoungcenter.org/volunteer to learn more and register for a virtual information session.

Please share with someone in your network who may be interested!

10/14/2026

M-PACE endorsed candidate, Mike McFall, identifies key steps to building stronger Michigan communities. As social workers, we align with the NASW Code of Ethics, committing to social justice work advocating for vulnerable populations.

10/13/2026

M-PACE endorsed candidate, Alex Hawkins, discusses the importance of electing officials into office that invest in behavioral health services for their communities.

10/13/2026

🎉 66 years of ethics, integrity, and impact!
Today we celebrate the NASW Code of Ethics and its enduring role in guiding the social work profession. 💙

10/13/2026

NEXT WEEK! How do you start an Elder Justice Coalition in your community - and who needs to be at the table?

Join the NASW-Michigan Aging & Gerontology Workgroup for a virtual panel featuring professionals who have helped lead the development of Elder Justice Coalitions and SAVE Task Forces in their communities.

Panelists will share how their coalitions got started, who they brought to the table, what ongoing collaboration looks like, and lessons learned along the way.

📅 Tuesday, October 20 from 9:00–10:30 AM ET
💻 Virtual | FREE | 1.5 CEs

Whether you’re interested in starting a coalition in your own community or strengthening existing elder justice efforts, we hope you’ll join us!

https://www.nasw-michigan.org/events/EventDetails.aspx?id=2007564&group=

10/13/2026

10/12/2026

🍂 Fall Into Connection with NASW-Michigan Region 11! 🍂

Calling all social workers and social work students! Join us for a relaxed fall morning of conversation, community, and connection at Howard Family Bookstore in Detroit.

📅 Saturday, October 24 | 10 AM–12 PM
📍 Howard Family Bookstore | Detroit, MI
💛 Free to attend! Light refreshments provided

RSVP is required: nasw-michigan.org/event/fallintoconnection

We hope to see you there!

10/12/2026

At The Empowered Path, you don’t have to navigate life’s challenges alone. I offer warm, compassionate therapy for children, teens, adults, and mothers, specializing in anxiety, trauma, perinatal mental health, and adoption. A safe space to feel heard, heal, and grow.

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10/12/2026

🎓 Meet the Wayne State University Student Ambassadors! (Part 2 of 2)

We're excited to introduce the rest of our 2026–2027 NASW-Michigan Student Ambassadors from Wayne State University!

These future social workers are building connections, promoting advocacy, and strengthening student engagement within the profession. 💚💛

Join us in welcoming the rest of our Wayne State team!

🔗 Learn more about the Student Ambassador Program and how to get involved at
https://www.nasw-michigan.org/page/student-ambassador-program

10/12/2026

🎓✨ Meet the Wayne State University Student Ambassadors! (Part 1 of 2)

NASW-Michigan is excited to introduce our Wayne State University Student Ambassadors for the 2026–2027 academic year!

These students are helping strengthen connections between their peers and the social work profession through leadership, engagement, and advocacy.

Join us in welcoming our Wayne State ambassadors! 💚💛

Stay tuned for Part 2 to meet the rest of the team, and visit our website to learn more about the Student Ambassador Program and how to get involved! 🔗 https://www.nasw-michigan.org/page/student-ambassador-program