NASW Ohio Chapter

There is one more chance to make an impact on the implementation of Medicaid work and community engagement requirements. Don't be intimidated - your thoughts as a Medicaid member, provider, concerned community member, or advocate are all valuable. You do not have to be an expert. The Center for Community Solutions has great guidance on submitting comments, go to www.commsols.com/StateMedicaidComments. Submit comments to [email protected] by August 13!

You are invited to join NASW Ohio and MACC-Multiethnic Advocates for Cultural Competence for this FREE CEU workshop, “Beyond Sobriety: Empowering Lives through Trauma-Informed Recovery.” The workshop will be hosted on Wednesday, September 9th from 10am – 12pm at the Haile Community Hub, River Room at 720 E. Pete Rose Way, Suite 120, Cincinnati, OH 45202. Available for Ohio CSWMFTs, Ohio Chemical Dependency Professionals, and Ohio Certified Peer Supporters. Register today at https://BeyondSobrietySept2026.eventbrite.com.

Can't attend the conference on November 12th & 13th? Purchase the recorded content for access to 30 CEUs, including the conference keynotes! https://www.naswoh.org/page/AnnualConference %20Content%20Option

Nearly all the conference workshops are pre-recorded, and the keynote sessions are live recorded at the in-person conference and made available for purchase. Purchasing the recorded content gives you access to the timely conference content and 30 CEUs, including a minimum of 3 ethics and 3 supervision CEUs, so you have all you need to renew your license!

The deadline for nominations for the NASW Ohio 2026 Awards is a little over 2 weeks away! Don't miss this opportunity to recognize the excellence in your network. Submit your nominations at naswoh.org/awardnominations

Student of the Year - no membership requirement; students who graduated in spring 2026 are eligible
Emerging Leader
Outstanding Service to NASW
Social Worker of the Year
Lifetime Achievement
Agency of the Year

On July 22, NASW Ohio and NASW Kentucky welcomed Shemika Whiteside, LCSW, for a timely discussion on the gaps in perinatal mental health care and the critical role social workers play in recognizing, responding to, and referring clients experiencing perinatal mental health conditions. As Shemika reminded attendees, "One in five mothers experience a perinatal mental health condition... every social worker works with the perinatal mental health population, even if pregnancy is not your specialty."
This webinar is just one of the many free CEU opportunities included with NASW Ohio and NASW Kentucky membership. Members have access to live and recorded webinars throughout the year, making it possible to earn required continuing education at no additional cost. Learn more about upcoming webinars at naswoh.org/webinars.

Congratulations to Dr. La’Shardae Scott, DSW, MSW, CHES, on her nomination to NASW’s National Committee on Women (NCOW)! Dr. Scott currently serves as a NASW Ohio Region 1 (Toledo Area) Co-Director and is a dedicated leader and advocate whose work addresses health disparities, sickle cell disease, infant mortality, mental health, and equitable access to care. The National Committee on Women works to ensure women’s issues are represented throughout NASW policies, programs, advocacy, and social work practice. We are excited to see an Ohio leader nominated to bring her experience and perspective to this important national work. Congratulations, La’Shardae!

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Here's what's happening with NASW Ohio this week! Join us for advocacy, professional development, and peer connection with three great virtual opportunities:

• Monday, August 10 | 1:00–2:00 p.m.
Legislative Advocacy Committee Meeting

• Wednesday, August 12 | 10:00–11:00 a.m.
Free CEU: Healthy Spirituality with Jamie Marich, Ph.D., LPCC-S, REAT

• Wednesday, August 12 | 12:00–1:00 p.m.
Grief and Collective Care Group: Bi-Weekly Consultation and Support Space for Social Workers

We hope you'll join us as we continue learning, advocating, and supporting one another. Register on our website.

Political Action for Candidate Election (PACE) is the political action arm of the NASW. Social workers can have an impact on candidates through our individual votes and dollars. Our collective support through PACE can amplify that impact, resulting in even greater influence on legislation, government, and policy. NASW Ohio Members can donate to PACE; funds will directly support candidates who reflect social work values by going to www.naswoh.org/pace

ATTENTION! There are just 62 days left to register to vote for the 2026 midterms. Make sure to register to vote and/or update your voter registration by October 5th. You can take these actions through the Secretary of State's Website or with your Local Board of Elections. https://www.ohiosos.gov/elections/register-to-vote