Latino Social Work Coalition and Scholarship Fund

Calling in all social workers, those looking to build community, and anyone wanting more
connections in their work! 📢

Expand your network and connect with fellow students and practitioners at the Social Workers For Justice “Build Your Network” Spring Mixer! (+ win raffle prizes)

🗓 Date: Thursday, April 23rd
⏰ Time: 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
📍 Location: Slatterly’s Midtown Pub, Midtown Manhattan NYC

It’s a great chance to build relationships, expand your network, and engage with others in a relaxed, welcoming space.

Student tickets are just $15 and include admission and a drink ticket! 🥂
Dynamic pricing available for professionals.

🔗 Sign up now: https://secure.everyaction.com/-R1oS89o9EKUvRisoG8kiw2
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Yesterday, the Latino Social Work Coalition was proud to be on Capitol Hill for Social Work Day with Congressional Research Institute for Social Work and Policy. 🇺🇸

We had the opportunity to engage with social workers and students from across the country—building community, sharing strategies, and strengthening our collective voice at a critical moment for the profession.

We also brought our advocacy directly to our local elected officials, lifting up key issues including:
• The Social Work Workforce Act
• The growing threat of the deprofessionalization of social work degrees—and its downstream impact on student access, workforce pipelines, and community mental health.

This is what it looks like when social workers show up not just in practice spaces, but in policy spaces. 💼✨

Last night was everything we needed and more. ✨

Our Social Services Mixer brought together an incredible community of social workers, advocates, and changemakers—and the energy in the room was undeniable. From meaningful conversations to new connections (and yes, some dancing 💃🏽), it was a powerful reminder of the community we’re building together.

Thank you to everyone who showed up, poured into one another, and made the night so special. This work can be heavy, but spaces like this remind us that we don’t have to carry it alone.

A special thank you to Oyate Group for your continued support and to Nourish BX for hosting us so beautifully. We’re so grateful to partner with spaces and organizations that truly believe in community.

More moments like this to come. 💙

Happy World Social Work Day!

🚨 New Date + Bigger Mixer

Due to popular demand, we’re opening the doors even wider.

Our event has been rescheduled to March 21, and what started as a Social Work Mixer is now a Human Services & Social Services Networking Mixer — bringing together professionals across nonprofits, advocacy, community organizations, and the broader human services sector.

If you work in the people-helping professions, this space is for you. Come connect, build community, and meet others doing the work that keeps our communities strong.

Who should come:
🪩 Social workers
🪩 Human services professionals
🪩 Nonprofit staff & leaders
🪩 Community organizers & advocates
🪩 Mental health professionals
🪩 Students & emerging professionals
🪩 Anyone working to strengthen our communities

📅 March 21, 7:00 pm- 9:00 pm
🎟 Tickets: https://givebutter.com/socialworkmixer

***If you already purchased tickets for the March 28 event, you will receive an email shortly with more information***

Proud that the Latino Social Work Coalition served as an event sponsor for this powerful gathering.

Thank you to our partners at the National Association of Puerto Rican and Hispanic Social Workers for the opportunity to collaborate and for convening such an important conversation for our profession. We are also grateful to all of the event sponsors whose support helped make this impactful space possible.

When organizations come together like this, we strengthen the profession and expand what is possible for our communities.

The Latino Social Work Coalition merch store is open! 🎉

You can now grab Coalition sweatshirts, totes, and special edition t-shirts designed to celebrate our community of social workers, students, and advocates committed to equity, culturally responsive care, and strengthening our profession.

Every purchase helps support the Coalition’s work to build leadership pipelines, expand mentorship opportunities, and advocate for a stronger, more diverse social work workforce.

Wear your pride. Rep the Coalition. Support the mission.

🛍️ Shop now at the link in bio.

📣 Social Work Month 2026 is almost here — and the Latino Social Work Coalition is showing up ALL MONTH LONG.

Whether you’re looking to grow your leadership, advance your career, build community, or celebrate this incredible profession — we’ve got something for you 💙✨

📅 Find us throughout March:

🔹 March 4 (Virtual): Social Work Is a Profession — Leadership Summit
🔹 March 7 (NYC): Equity in Practice Conference
🔹 March 19 (Virtual): The Road to Doctoral Leadership (FREE CE Credit!)
🔹 March 28 (Bronx): Social Work Month Mixer at Nourish BX 🎶

From critical policy conversations to professional development to dancing with your people — we’re honoring the full power, impact, and joy of social work. 💪🏽

👉 Register + learn more: https://linktr.ee/LSWCSF?utm_source=linktree_profile_share<sid=22463d50-f991-465f-94c6-98e44270f68c

Tag a social worker who should be there with you 👇

🎓 Thinking about pursuing a PhD or DSW as a social worker?

Join us for a powerful Social Work Month event: The Road to Doctoral Leadership: Navigating PhD & DSW Pathways for Social Workers

🗓 Thursday, March 19, 2026
⏰ 6:30–8:00 PM ET
💻 Live Virtual Training
📚 1 FREE Live Online CE Hour for Social Workers!

Whether you’re early in your career or a seasoned practitioner, this interactive workshop will demystify doctoral education and help you decide if pursuing advanced study is the right next step.

*Speaker List in Formation

You’ll learn:
✔ Key differences between PhD and DSW programs
✔ Admissions requirements, timelines, and funding options
✔ Career pathways in academia, policy, leadership, and advanced practice
✔ What doctoral programs are really like — from those who’ve experienced them

Hear directly from current doctoral students and graduates and leaders in doctoral education about their journeys, challenges, and practical advice.

✨ Ideal for social workers considering the next level of leadership and impact.

🔗 Register here: https://bit.ly/lswcdoctorate2026

Hosted in collaboration between the Latino Social Work Coalition & Social Workers for Justice

Do you know your rights? ¿Conoces sus derechos?

At a time where many members of our communities feel worried, unsure or even persecuted— it’s important to know the facts and stay informed. Follow and share this guide if you ever encounter or suspect to encounter an immigration or customs enforcement officer. And remember, if you or a loved one is ever detained by ICE, remain calm, call a lawyer or call 1-800-354-0365 if you’re in NYC for free and confidential immigration legal help. Note this number goes to NYC Mayor’s Office of Immigrant Affairs.
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Reconocemos que muchos miembros de nuestras comunidades se sienten preocupados, inseguros o incluso perseguidos. Por eso es importante conocer los hechos y mantenerse informado. Siga y comparta esta guía si alguna vez se encuentra o sospecha de encontrarse con un oficial de inmigración o aplicación de aduanas. Y recuerde, si usted o un ser querido alguna vez es detenido por ICE, mantenga la calma, llame a un abogado o llame al 1-800-354-0365 si está en Nueva York para obtener ayuda legal de inmigración gratuita y confidencial. Tenga en cuenta que este número va a la Oficina de Asuntos de Inmigrantes del Alcalde de Nueva York.

Yesterday we joined at the NY State Capitol to garner support for the Social Work Workforce Act (SWWA - S988/A701) . This bill will eliminate the ASWB entry-level testing requirement, a biased test removed from licensure processes in 17 states as well as D.C. If passed, the SWWA will increase the number of qualified and licensed MSW holding professionals entering social work, especially at a time where we need social workers more than ever. Thank you and for your advocacy on this issue and by bringing this important work to legislation. Another thank you to all of the legislators (most not pictured) that met with social work students, professionals and allies to discuss the importance of this bill.
To learn more about the SWWA or to get involved with Social Workers for Justice, visit https://www.socialworkersforjustice.org.