2023 NASW-NJ Annual Conference Program

Message from the NASW-NJ PRESIDENT AND EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Friends&Colleagues,

Welcome to the 30th Annual Conference of NASW-NJ! We are thrilled to be together with you and back in person!

Over the past few years, our communities have called upon our profession in innumerable ways, and we’ve shown that regardless of where you practice and how you practice, across all disciplines and settings, social workers are essential. You have risen triumphantly to the calls to action organizing, leaning in, and leading work to change the lives of individuals and strengthen communities

While reflecting on the innumerable victories we have had in our profession, its hard not to see the ways in which our world continues to shift and create more work for us Now, more than ever, social workers are needed

This year we felt called to bring together thought leaders and expert panels to dive into the most critical topics our profession and communities are facing. From reproductive justice to representation and a host of incredible topics in between, our goal is twofold: to tackle the issues head on and to discover together the role each of us plays in each space

Social work is beautifully crafted unlike any other profession Our friends on the front lines our micro level colleagues who are providing services to individual clients daily can see firsthand not only the individual outcomes of their work, but also the immediate impacts of policy and funding on specific clients and programs Our mezzo colleagues are organizing in agencies, developing school programs, and have the opportunity to affect change in smaller systems, as well as identify barriers within those systems. And our macro-minded colleagues are often behind the scenes, creating and furthering policy and legislation, uplifting the needs of clients served by micro and mezzo level practitioners. Each of us play an instrumental role, not only in helping the world understand what is needed for people to survive and thrive, but in crafting meaningful change to bring about those conditions

It is our hope that throughout this conference, you’ll take time to reflect both on the content of the presentations, but also how you’ll use this information in your social work practice and what you can do to enrich the conversation Over the course of the next few days, you’ll be invited to consider how our profession can respond to the significant challenges before us, how you can contribute to meaningful progress, and to take action on crucial issues impacting social workers and our clients.

We wouldn’t choose any other group of professionals to tackle this work with than the assembled social workers at this conference We look forward to entering into robust conversations, hearing your thoughts and suggestions, and learning from the esteemed presenters, colleagues, and participants gathered here these next three days

Thank you for joining us on this journey Have a fantastic time at the conference!

JENNIFER THOMPSON, MSW

WIDIAN NICOLA DSW, LCSW

WELCOME FROM THE WELCOME FROM THE CONFERENCE CHAIR CONFERENCE CHAIR

Dawn Apgar, PhD, LSW, ACSW

Dr.DawnApgarisChairoftheNASW-NJ ContinuingEducationCommitteeand AssociateProfessor/BSWProgramDirector atSetonHallUniversity.Dr.Apgarhasserved inmanyNASWleadershippositionsonthe stateandnationallevels,includingasa formerPresidentoftheNASW-NJBoardof DirectorsandthecurrentChairofthe nationalCredentialingCommittee.Dr. Apgar’sscholarshipandwritingsfocus extensivelyonsocialworkeducation, licensure,andpractice,thethreepillarsof theprofession.

This year is special, as we return to an in-person conference in Atlantic City while still offering an online option, to promote accessibility and ease of access. The next three days are an opportunity to reconnect with professional colleagues, some of whom we may not have seen since the COVID-19 pandemic Many conversations will likely resume right where they left off and the time apart will seem short

However, this year’s conference theme, Historical Moments and Social Movements, reminds us that a lot has happened in recent years that requires the clinical interventions and advocacy skills of social workers As social workers, we are keenly aware of the power of history and the importance of understanding how the past influences the present. We recognize that the challenges facing our communities today are often rooted in systemic injustices that have persisted for generations

Conference presenters will explore and discuss historical movements and social moments that are shaping the social work profession and society generally.

Many injustices seen recently demonstrate that racism still permeates our society and is present in our current structures and systems Threats to reproductive rights have threatened

self-determination in decision-making about our bodies and sexuality, especially for those who are already marginalized. While it is easy to get discouraged as we often see hatred and untruth perpetuated, social workers know the power of unified action and must stand ready to deliver quality clinical supports to those who are adversely impacted by injustice and trauma

Throughout this conference, we will hear from scholars, practitioners, and activists, who will share their insights and experiences. There is no doubt that we will engage in lively discussions and debates, respectfully voicing our own perspectives and learning from one another Excitingly, this year’s conference involves students in a more active and meaningful way.

As we continue to work toward transformation, ask “Is social work ready for today’s challenges?” The answer is “Yes!” Together we can tackle social, environmental, technological, and economic challenges while still staying true to our core values “Be the change” has never been more appropriate as we work collectively to build a more just and equitable future for all.

Thank you for all that you do to make the NASW-NJ conference a success and the important work that you do daily

PLENARIES AND KEYNOTE

ATTENDEE REGISTRATION

BREAKOUT SESSIONS

PRE-CONFERENCE PLENARY AND ADDITIONAL BREAKOUT SESSIONS

LUNCH SEATING AREA

EXHIBIT HALL

ROARING 20S DANCE PARTY

MEDITATION ROOM

ARTS AND SOCIAL WORK

HASSLE-FREE CE CERTIFICATES AT CONFERENCE

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TO OBTAIN YOUR CEUS AT THE CONFERENCE, FOLLOW THESE SIMPLE STEPS:

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2. Upon entering the room of the workshop for which you are registered, have your badge scanned by the volunteer on duty.

TO RECEIVE YOUR CE CERTIFICATE

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When you have completed all your workshops, your CE certificate will automatically be e-mailed to you within 10 days!

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Sunday, April 30

CONFERENCE CHECK-IN DESK OPENS AT 8 AM

OptionalPre-ConferencePlenary: BuildingaCultureofConnectionandCare:TraumaInformedOrganizationsandSystems

VisitExhibitHall

OpeningKeynotePanel: SocialWorkersShouldBeInthe“RoomWhereItHappens”

Break/VisitExhibits

ConcurrentWorkshops

ExhibitHallGrandOpeningReception(withlightfood)

ArtsandSocialWork:AnEveningwithNathanLouisJackson (space limited; pre-registration required)

Monday, May 1

CONFERENCE CHECK-IN DESK OPENS AT 8 AM

ContinentalBreakfast/VisitExhibits

PlenarySession:JusticeReform:ASpaceWhereSocialWorkersareNeededNow MoreThanEver

ConcurrentWorkshops

LunchProvided/VisitExhibits

PlenarySession: ReproductiveJustice:WhatSocialWorkersNeedtoKnow

Break

PlenarySession: Psychedelic-AssistedTherapies:Cutting-EdgeInterventions

FreeTime/VisitExhibits

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FreeTime Roaring20’sDanceParty

Tuesday, May 2

CONFERENCE CHECK-IN DESK OPENS AT 8 AM

am 9:00 am – 11:00 am 11:00 am – 11:30 am 11:30 am – 1:00 pm 1:00 pm

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ContinentalBreakfast

ConcurrentWorkshops

Break

ClosingPlenary:SocialWorkLeadershipfortheFuture Departure

On-Demand Workshops

On-demandvirtualsessionswillbeavailablefromMay3–May31

Informationonaccessingyouron-demandworkshopswillbesentviaemailtheweekbeforeconference

Pre-Conference Plenary:

BUILDING A CULTURE OF CONNECTION AND CARE: Trauma-Informed Organizations and Systems with Megan R. Holmes, PhD, MSW, LISW-S, 2 Clinical Credits

Thisworkshopwilladdresscorecomponentsofthetrauma-informedlens,and self-carestepstopreventandalleviaterelatedhazardsofhelpingprofessions

SEPARATE REGISTRATION REQUIRED

Self-Care Lounge

in the Producers Room

Throughout Conference

Atthisyear'sconferencetherewillbeadedicatedspaceforself-care activities.BepreparedforReiki,yoga,anaffirmationsmirror,meditation andreflectionspace,andmore.

Student summit

on the Starlight Level

StartsSun.at12:00PM

TheStudentSummitaimstoprovidestudentsinsocialworkameaningful learningandprofessionaldevelopmentopportunitythatprovidesthem dedicatedspacetonetwork,learnandgrowasstudentsandalsogain aglimpseintotheprofessionalworldofsocialwork.

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Exhibit Hall Grand Opening Reception

Sun, 4PM-6PM

JoinusfortheGrandOpeningReceptionoftheExhibitHall Minglewith ourexhibitors,networkandenjoylightfood CompleteyourExhibitor Bingocardtoearnachancetowinfreeattendancetonextyear'sAnnual Conference.

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Arts & Social Work

2 Social/Cultural Competence CEUs

Sun, 6PM – 8PM

Joinusforalimitedseatengagementwithworld-renownedplaywright andscreenwriter,NathanLouisJacksonandawardwinningsocialworker andpoet,HelenaD Lewis,LCSW Pre-registration required.

Roaring 20s Dance Party

Mon, 8PM - 10PM

NASW-NJisbringingbackthegoldenageofAtlanticCity.Bringyour Charleston,featherboasandspatsandjoinusforaneveningofmusic, funandlaughter Comeinyourbest1920'sthemedattireandearna chancetowinprizesinourcostumecontest

Sun, 10AM-12PM

WORKSHOPS

SUNDAY PRECONFERENCE PLENARY:

Building a Culture of Connection and Care: Trauma-Informed Organizations and Systems

Megan R Holmes, PhD, MSW, LISW-S

2 Clinical CEUs

SUNDAY KEYNOTE

12PM-1:30PM

Social Workers Should Be In the “Room Where It Happens”

Delaware State Senator Sarah McBride, Lee Westgate, MBA, LCSW-C & Marla Blunt-Carter, MSW

1 5 Ethics CEUs

SUNDAY WORKSHOPS

2PM-4PM

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S4: Fat Is Not the Problem, Fat Stigma Is: Caring for the Fat Client with Respect

S6: Peer Model: How El Barrio Disrupts Systemic Oppression

Dunia M Garcia, DSW, LSW

2 Social/Cultural Competence CEUs

MONDAY PLENARY SESSIONS

Justice Reform: A Space Where Social Workers are Needed Now More Than Ever

Lori James-Townes, LCSW-C

1 5 Ethics or Social/ Cultural Competence CEUs

Reproductive Justice: What Social Workers Need to Know

Erica Goldblatt-Hyatt, DSW, MBE, Tala Mansi, MPA & Tammea Tyler, MSW

1 5 Ethics or Social/ Cultural Competence CEUs

Psychedelic-Assisted Therapies: Cutting-Edge Interventions

Susan Menahem, LCSW, Ralph Cuseglio, DSW, LCSW, David Barry, JD, MSW, LSW & Juan Rios, DSW, LCSW

1.5 Clinical CEUs

ATLANTIC 4

8:30AM - 10AM 2PM – 3:30PM

MONDAY WORKSHOPS

ATLANTIC 3

M1: Understanding Racial Trauma

La'Tesha Sampson, PhD, LCSW

2 Clinical or Social/ Cultural Competence CEUs

HORIZON BALLROOM

Kristin Cavuto, MSW, LCSW, IBCLC

2 Clinical CEUs

S5: The Clinical Need for Nonclinical Services in Schools: A Call to Action

Noel Hiers, LCSW; Melda Grant, EdS

2 Clinical CEUs

ATLANTIC C/D

M2: Using the Integrated Behavioral Health Care Model to Address African American Mental Health Inequity

Tracie Grimsley Meyers, DSW, LCSW

ATLANTIC A/B

ATLANTIC 8

2 Clinical or Social/Cultural Competence CEUs

M3: Viewing the Unique Challenges for LGBTQI+ Clients Through a Social Work Lens

Eileen Klein, PhD, LCSW

2 Clinical or Social/ Cultural Competence CEUs

ATLANTIC 7

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WORKSHOPS

MONDAY WORKSHOPS

10AM-12PM

M4: Societal Change Through Awakening Our Unique Self: Transforming Burnout into Collective Power

SaraKay Smullens, LCSW, ACSW

2 Clinical CEUs

ATLANTIC C/D

T3: Culture in Treatment, Culture as Treatment: A Critical Appraisement for Co-occurring Treatment

La'Tesha Sampson, PhD, LCSW

ATLANTIC 8

2 Clinical or Social/Cultural Competence CEUs

T4: Leveraging Moments with Funders to Build Movements for Change

Erin Capone, MSW

2 Ethics CEUs

T5: Rethinking Reentry: Women, Grief, & Loss

ATLANTIC 3

ATLANTIC A/B

M5: Building the Plane Before Flying It: Creating a School-Based Support System

ATLANTIC 4

Elisabeth Mamourian Corona, MSS, LCSW & Stephen Matusz, MA

2 Clinical CEUs

M6: Power and Liberation in the Psychotherapeutic Relationship

Silvia Dutchevici, MA, LCSW-R & Michael Madormo, MEd, LMSW

2 Clinical CEUs

M7: Shinrin-yoku, CBT, & Biofeedback: A Multiprong Approach to Tackle Anxiety

Noel Hiers, LCSW

2 Clinical CEUs

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ATLANTIC 3

Helena D Lewis, DSW, LCSW & Asa Paris, DSW, LCSW, LCADC

2 Clinical CEUs

T6: Emotional Regulation Impairment: An Opportunity to Advance Social Justice

Mark Dodd, LCSW & Amy Strickler, LSW

2 Clinical CEUs

ATLANTIC 7

TUESDAY CLOSING PLENARY

11:30AM – 1PM

SUPERSTAR THEATER

Social Work Leadership for the Future

Erica Sandoval, LCSW & Sarah Butts, MSW

HORIZON BALLROOM

Sponsoredby

M8: Loss Trauma & Incarceration Through Poems & Monologues

ATLANTIC 2

Helena D. Lewis, DSW, LCSW, Asa Paris, DSW, LCSW, LCADC, Tonya Tucker, MSW & Priscilla Carmona, MSW, LSW

2 Clinical or Social/Cultural Competence CEUs

TUESDAY WORKSHOPS

9AM-11AM

T1: Using the Forensic Team Assessment to Identify and Promote Resilience in Children

ATLANTIC C/D

Stephanie Kurilla, LPC & Melissa Ciottone, PsyD

2 Clinical CEUs

T2: The Experience of Aging: Clinical Implications for Social Workers

Robin C. Wiley, DSW, LCSW

2 Clinical CEUs

HORIZON BALLROOM

Sponsoredby

1.5 Ethics or Social/Cultural Competence CEUs

ON-DEMAND WORKSHOPS

SESSIONS AVAILABLE MAY 3 - MAY 31

LINKS WILL BE EMAILED BY MONDAY, APRIL 24

D1: Social Work and Pastoral Counseling: Embracing our Bicultural Identities

Mary Landriau, LCSW

2 Clinical CEUs

D2: All-Hands-on-Deck: Ethical Guidance to Respond Clinically & Advocate Collectively

Jennifer A. Pax, JD, PhD, LCSW

2 Ethics CEUs

D3: Library Social Work: Where We Need To Be

Kathleen Ray, LCSW & Cardacia Davis, MSW

2 General CEUs

D4: Social Work’s Capacity to Change and Advocate for Environmental Justice

Lisa E Cox, PhD, LCSW

2 Social/Cultural Competence CEUs

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OUR PRESENTERS

MEGAN R. HOLMES, PHD, LISW-S

Dr MeganR HolmesisanAssociateProfessorofSocialWorkandCo-DirectoroftheCenter onTraumaandAdversityintheMandelSchoolofAppliedSocialSciencesatCaseWestern ReserveUniversity Shehas15yearsofclinicalpracticeandresearchexperienceworkingin thefieldofchildexposuretodomesticviolence,whichcontinuestobeaseriousandhighly prevalentsocialproblemthatcannegativelyaffectchildren’sbehavioralandmentalhealth outcomesbothintheshorttermandoverthelifecourse.TheoverarchinggoalofDr. Holmes’sworkistocontributetotheoptimaldevelopmentofchildrenwhohavebeen exposedtodomesticviolencebyidentifyingriskandprotectivefactorsthatwillbe translatedintointerventions Hercurrentresearchalsofocusesoncreatingcommunityand systemresponsestotraumathatpromoterelationalhealthandhealingthroughout ClevelandandthestateofOhio

SenatorSarahMcBridecurrentlyservesaschairoftheDelawareStateSenateHealth& SocialServicesCommitteeandisamemberoftheSenateHousingCommittee,Senate Corrections&PublicSafetyCommittee,SenateJudiciaryCommittee,SenateVeterans AffairsCommittee,andtheJointLegislativeOversightandSunsetCommittee Shehasbeen involvedincommunityadvocacyformostofherlife,includingworkingforformerGovernor JackMarkell,thelateAttorneyGeneralBeauBiden,andasaWhiteHouseinternduringthe ObamaAdministration.Mostrecently,sheservedasaspokespersonfortheHumanRights Campaign,thenation’slargestLGBTQIA+equalrightsorganization

LEE WESTGATE, MBA, LCSW-C

LeeWestgate(he/him/his),isanouttransgenderadvocatewithmorethan15yearsof professionalexperienceinsocialworkpolicy,practice,research,andeducation Heisa boardapprovedclinicalsupervisorinthestateofMaryland,hasheldnumerous organizationalleadershiproles,andhasservedasaneducationalconsultanttoavarietyof associationsandorganizationalclientele.Hehasservedasamedicalsocialworkerinthe fieldsofoncology,criticalcare,aswellasinintegratedbehavioralhealthsettings Mr WestgatecontinuestoserveasaClinicalInstructorattheUniversityofMaryland,Schoolof SocialWorkandhisscholarshipincludesintegratedbehavioralhealth,clinicalworkwith LGBTQIA+populations,workingwithindividualswithchronicandlife-threateningillness, healthcarepolicy,andhealthequity

MARLA BLUNT-CARTER, MSW

MarlaBlunt-Carter,isagraduateoftheUniversityofDelawarewithaBachelorofArts degreeinPoliticalScience,andaMastersdegreeofSocialWorkfromRutgersUniversity. ProfessorBlunt-Carterbringsauniqueperspectivetoteachingthatintertwinesthe intricaciesofpublicpolicywiththerelevanceofmacro-levelsocialworkpractice.BluntCarterengagesherstudentsandutilizeslivedexperienceswithevidenced-based theoreticalpracticeapproachestopreparefuturepractitionersforworkrootedinsocial changeandsocialjustice ProfessorBlunt-Carteriscommittedtoteachingthenext generationofchangeagents

DELAWARE STATE SENATOR SARAH MCBRIDE

OUR PRESENTERS

LORI JAMES-TOWNES, LCSW-C

LoriJames-TownesistheExecutiveDirectoroftheNationalAssociationforPublicDefense (NAPD) Priortohercurrentrole,sheservedasNAPD’sAssistantTrainingDirector Hersocial workandpublicdefendercareersspandecades,includingservingasDirectorofSocialWork andLeadershipDevelopmentwiththeMarylandOfficeofPublicDefender Hercommitment topublicserviceisnotableassheservesasPresidentoftheUniversityofMaryland’sSchool ofSocialWorkAlumniBoardofDirectors SheisalsothePresident&CEOofExpand-Now, LLC.ThroughExpand-Now,Ms.James-Townesisabletopourintoothersthroughspeaking, training,developmentactivities,coaching,andconsulting Ms James-Towneshasover27 yearsofteaching,forensicsocialwork,leadership,andmanagementexperienceinjuvenile justice,mentalhealth,andpublicdefendersettings

ERICA GOLDBLATT HYATT, DSW, LCSW, MBE

Dr EricaGoldblattHyatt(they/them)isanadministrator,clinician,andauthorwithnearly20 years'experienceinthefieldofdeathanddying,griefandloss,andreproductive healthcare AsofJanuary2023,theyaretaskedwithcreatingacommunity-engaged reproductivejusticeinitiativeatandbeyondRutgersUniversitySchoolofSocialWork A nationally-recognizedspeakerwhohasappearedontelevision,podcasts,andmultimedia platforms,Dr.GoldblattHyattisfrequentlycommissionedtotrainhealthcareproviders, socialworkers,deatheducators,andethicists IntheirroleattheRWJMedicalSchool,they plantoprovideadditionaladvanced-leveleducationforphysiciansaboutthehuman experienceofgrief,pregnancyloss,andbioethics Atthecenteroftheirpublicadvocacy andsocialjusticeendeavors,Dr.GoldblattHyattisapassionateadvocateforreproductive rightsand,inparticular,reproductivejustice,andhasbeenfeaturedinmediacampaignsby PlannedParenthoodofPennsylvaniaaswellasrepeatedlywelcomedatpressconferences alongsidePennsylvaniaGovernorTomWolfandGovernor-electJoshShapiro

TALA MANSI, MPA

TalaMansihas10yearsofexperienceworkingwithhumanitarianandhealthcare organizationstostrengthenhealthsystemsandpromotehealthequity.Sheservesasthe DirectorofHealthEquityCapabilityBuildingatPlannedParenthoodFederationofAmerica (PPFA).Sheisresponsibleforleadingtheorganization'seffortstoadoptandimplementa healthequitystrategy ThisincludesservingasaninternalconsultanttoPlannedParenthood affiliatestooperationalizevarioushealthequityinitiatives,develophealthequitymetrics, andaddressthemultipledeterminantsofhealth PriortoherworkatPPFA,hermostrecent rolewasatUNICEFUSA,whereshespentfiveyearsworkingontheGlobalPolioEradication Initiative,oneofthelargestprivate-publicpartnershipsinpublichealth Previously,she spentfiveyearsworkingforoneofthelargestyouthleadershipdevelopmentorganizations, AIESEC,andservedinvariousexecutiveteampostsinNewYorkandtheNetherlands

TAMMEA TYLER, MSW

Withover25yearsofexperienceasahealthequityleaderutilizingananti-oppression,racial equity,andfeministlens,Ms Tylerhasservedinvariousroles,fromChiefExecutiveOfficer toChiefOperatingOfficeratseveralnationalandinternationalcharitiesandfoundations focusedonBirthandReproductiveJustice ShehasalsospearheadedmajorCommunity HealthandRacialJusticeprojects,themostnotableofwhichwaswithMichelleObama duringtheObamaAdministrationwiththeDepartmentofInterior Ms Tyleriscurrentlythe CEOofGlobalFoundationforGirlswhichfocusesonBirthJusticeandGenderJusticefor girls,gender-fluidyouthandbirthingpersonsacrosstheglobe Aneducatoratheart,Ms Tylerhastaughtattheuniversitylevel,coveringtopicsaroundwomen,health,children,and gender Sheisatrainedbirthandpostpartumdoulaandcommunitybirthjustice educatorandactivist

OUR PRESENTERS

SUSAN MENAHEM, LCSW

Susan Menahem is the Executive Clinical Director at the Institute for Personal Growth (IPG), and an IPG veteran, having first joined in 2001 as a therapist. She assumed her current role in 2016, and now oversees the supervision and training of IPG’s dozens of therapists, organizes their in-services and in-house supervision sessions, oversees their clinical staff on a day-to-day basis, and much more On top of all that, she also remains one of IPG's regular therapists, maintaining a full caseload of clients herself

RALPH CUSEGLIO, DSW, LCSW

Dr Cuseglio is an associate professor at Monmouth University He has maintained a private psychotherapy practice for several years where he combines a psychodynamic treatment approach with mindfulness-based practices. Dr. Cuseglio formerly served as a high school social worker for 9 years in an urban school district working primarily with Latino adolescents and families He was previously a field supervisor for MSW students for several years Given his extensive experience working with youth, Dr Cuseglio regularly offers mental health training to court appointed advocates for children in the foster care system

DAVID BARRY, JD, MSW, LSW

David Barry is a partner at Bowne Barry & Barry Law, a boutique law firm offering legal, ethical and business advice and representation to New Jersey's licensed mental health professionals, including the defense of licensing board actions He is an adjunct professor in the social work programs at both Rutgers University (MSW and DSW programs) and Seton Hall University (BSW program), teaching courses on the intersection of law, ethics and practice He frequently provides continuing education presentations to mental health professionals of various licensures throughout New Jersey. He has presented at national, state and local conferences

JUAN RIOS, DSW, LCSW

Juan Rios is an assistant professor at Seton Hall University He has presented nationally and internationally at various Social Work conferences As a practitioner scholar, he believes in the importance of integrating theoretical knowledge to practice in the field of social work. His academic mission is to ensure his students are constantly applying scholastic thought with applied learning Dr Rios has experience in both non-profit and government sectors and presently serves as the Clinical Director of a multiservice specialty practice and as a clinical consultant to community mental health agencies

SARAH CHRISTA BUTTS, MSW

Sarah Christa Butts is Director of Public Policy at the NASW headquarters office in Washington, DC. Ms. Butts is responsible for leading the association’s public policy, political and legislative affairs agenda, overseeing field organizing, working at both the national level and with 55 NASW state chapters, political candidates’ fundraising and endorsement efforts, as well as developing and advancing the association’s strategic goals and objectives related to influencing the legislative and executive branches of government She is co-chair of NASW’s Licensure Task Force, a member of the board of directors of the Congressional Research Institute for Social Work and Policy and the Mental Health Liaison Group.

ERICA SANDOVAL, LCSW

Erica Priscilla Sandoval is an award-winning mental health practitioner, speaker, executive coach, entrepreneur, podcaster, philanthropist, and author of Latinx/e in Social Work Volumes I and II She is also the founder and CEO of Sandoval Psychotherapy Consultation –known as Sandoval CoLab – where she oversees a team of social workers and leads diversity, equity, and inclusion work for organizations, universities, health care facilities, medical and corporate professionals. Ms. Sandoval is also trained in ketamine-assisted psychotherapy (KAP), a breakthrough approach to an awakened mind and healing trauma and depression

OUR PRESENTERS

ERIN CAPONE, MSW

Ms.Caponeisapart-timelectureranddoctoralstudentatRutgersSchoolofSocialWork,whereher researchexplorestheroleofphilanthropyinsocialjustice Erinhas15yearsofexperienceasafrontline fundraiserandnonprofitleader,wheresheappliessocialjusticetheoriesandsocialworkinterventions toherpracticeandadvocatesfortheimportantperspectivethatsocialworkersbringtophilanthropy

KRISTIN CAVUTO, LCSW, IBCLC

Ms CavutoisaLicensedClinicalSocialWorkerandInternationalBoardCertifiedLactation Consultant(IBCLC)inprivatepracticeincentralNJ Herpracticespecialtiesarelowsupply,maternal andinfantmentalhealth,andtheintersectionofethnicity,sexualorientation,andgenderinthecare ofthenewfamily

MEGAN CHINN, LCSW

Ms Chinnprovidesholisticpsychotherapywithanemphasisontrauma-informedcare,whiledrawing onmindfulness,intersectionality,andharm-reductionapproaches Megan’sclinicalfocusison applicationsofcriticalracetheory,transformativejustice,andspiritualitywithinthetherapeutic context.

MELISSA CIOTTONE, PSYD

Dr.Ciottonehasextensiveeducation,training,andexperienceintheareasofchildabuseand neglect,trauma,severeandpersistentmentalillness,co-occurringdisorders,andforensic assessments ShehasbeenemployedbytheCenterforEvaluationandCounseling,Inc (CEC)since 1999whereshehasbeenconductingforensicassessmentsandprovidingtreatmentforchildrenand familieswhoareinvolvedintheChildProtectiveServices’system Researchareasinclude:forensic mentalhealth,PTSD,ComplexPTSD,grief,intergenerationalmaltreatmentandservicegaps,and programdevelopment

ELISABETH MAMOURIAN CORONA, MSS, LCSW

LISA E COX, PHD, LCSW

Dr LisaCoxisaLicensedClinicalSocialWorkerandProfessorofSocialWorkandGerontologyat StocktonUniversity Sheteachesundergraduatesocialworkseminarpracticecoursesandgraduate classesonPsychopathology,ClinicalSocialWorkandmore Dr Coxhasauthoredsevenbooksandher researchinterestsincludegerontology,health/mentalhealth,andspirituality

CARDACIA DAVIS, MSW

MARK DODD, LCSW

Mr.Dodd,LCSW,isaSchoolSocialWorkerwiththeNewarkPublicSchools(NPS);wherehehas workedwithinmultipleschoolsforthepast20+years Markalsomaintainsaprivatepsychotherapy practice.PriortohisworkwithNPS,hewasemployedinthefieldsofChildWelfare,Juvenileand CriminalJustice,andSubstanceUseDisorderinpatientprograms

Ms.CoronaistheDistrictCrisisCoordinatorforMillvillePublicSchoolsinCumberlandCounty,NJ.

OUR PRESENTERS

Ms.Dutchevici,isthefounderandPresidentoftheCriticalTherapyInstitute(CTI)andauthorof CriticalTherapy:PowerandLiberationinPsychotherapy Atrainedpsychotherapist,Dutcheviciisa foundingboardmemberofBlackWomen'sBlueprintandamemberofthePhysiciansforHuman Right’sAsylumNetwork,wheresheconductspsychologicalevaluationsdocumentingevidenceof tortureandpersecutionforsurvivorsfleeingdangerintheirhomecountries

NADINE M FINIGAN-CARR, PHD

Ms Finigan-Carr,isapreventionresearchscientistfocusedontheapplicationofbehavioralandsocial scienceperspectivestoresearchoncontemporaryhealthproblems,especiallythosethat disproportionatelyaffectpeopleofcolor Sheisaninternationallyrecognizedexpertonminorhuman traffickingandsexualexploitation Recently,shewasnamedtheinauguralExecutiveDirectorofthe UniversityofMaryland,Baltimore’sCenterforViolencePrevention Thecenter’smissionistobuild resilientandequitablecommunitiesforallthroughthepreventionandinterventionofallformsof violenceandtrauma.

DUNIA M. GARCIA, DSW, LSW

Ms.Garcia,LSW,DSWhasover20yearsofexperiencefocusedoneducationalequity,collegeaccess, strategicplanning,andcommunitypractice Herresearchinterestsincludetheexperiencesoffirstgenerationstudents,payequity,peer-ledmodels,clinicalsimulations,andinterprofessionalteambasedpracticesbetweenpsychiatricmentalhealthnursepractitionersandsocialworkers

MELDA GRANT, EDS

Ms Grant,iscommittedtothefieldsofpublicandmentalhealth Throughoutherexperiencesshe hasdeveloped,implemented,andevaluatedvariousprogramming,whichhasincludedinnercity youthandyoungadults,adultandjuvenileinmates,correctionalstaff,residentialstaff,religious congregations,andthecommunityat-large

NOEL HIERS, LCSW

Ms.Hiers,isanLCSWwithover25yearsofexperienceworkingwithyouthinoutpatientsettings, residentialsettings,streetoutreach,andschools Sheiscurrentlyinprivatepracticeutilizing foresttherapytocomplimentCBTwithclientsranginginagefrom12to82.

EILEEN KLEIN, PHD, MS, LCSW

Ms Klein,isanAssociateProfessoratRamapoCollege Sheworkedinpublicmentalhealthasa clinicianandadministratorformanyyears.Herresearchinterestsincludementalhealthandhealth disparitiesfortheLGBTQ+community,socialwelfarepolicy,andthesocialworkroleasamember ofamultidisciplinaryteam

Ms.KurillaisaLicensedProfessionalCounselorandholdstwoMaster’sDegreesfromJohnJay CollegeofCriminalJusticeinForensicsandisworkingonherDoctorateinCounselingPsychology atSaintElizabeth’sUniversity.StephanieistheForensicTeamLeaderattheCenterforEvaluation andCounselingwhereshesupervisesateamofdedicatedchildabuseexpertsandadvocatesin conductingforensicassessments.

Ms LandriauiscurrentlyaFacultyAssociateandDirectorofFieldEducationintheB S W Program atSetonHallUniversityandservesastheCampusAcademicCoordinatorfortheBaccalaureate ChildWelfareEducationalProgram,PresidentoftheBoardofDirectorsofPreventionLinks,andwas recentlyelectedtoserveontheAssociationofBaccalaureateProgramDirectors’Boardof Directors SheispresentlystudyingforherMastersinPastoralTheologyattheImmaculate ConceptionSeminarySchoolofTheologyatSetonHallUniversity.

STEPHANIE KURILLA, LPC

MARY LANDRIAU, LCSW

SILVIA DUTCHEVICI, MA, LCSW

OUR PRESENTERS

SAMANTHA MARDER, MPH, LCSW

SamanthaMarder,LCSW,MPH,istheseniordirectorofclientservicesandfacilitydoghandlerat UnchainedatLastwhereshesupportssurvivorstoprevent,escapefrom,andrebuildtheirlivesafter forcedandchildmarriages.Shehasoveradecadeofexperienceworkingwithtraumasurvivorsasa socialworker,advocate,researcher,andtherapistmostrecentlyatLegalServicesNYCandasan advocateforfamilyviolencesurvivor-defendantsincarceratedatRikersIsland.

SARA MATSUZAKA, PHD, LCSW

Ms Matsuzaka,isanAssistantProfessorwithintheDepartmentofSocialWorkandChildAdvocacyat MontclairStateUniversity Herresearchexamineshowsystemicoppressioninfluencesthe psychologicalandbehavioraloutcomesofpeoplefrommultiply-marginalizedgroups

TEPHEN MATUSZ, MA

TRACIE GRIMSLEY MEYERS, DSW, LCSW

Dr TracieGrimsleyMeyersmakesnoapologiesforbeingathoughtprovoking,goodtroublemaking SocialWorker Thediversityoftreatmentsettingsandcommunitieswithwhomshehaspracticed overthepast25yearshasaffordedhertheopportunitytowitnessthedireeffectthathealth inequalityhasuponthelivesofthosewhoarehistoricallyexcludedintheUnitedStatesandignited herpassiontoaddressthisongoinginjustice.

ASA PARIS, DSW, LCSW, LCADC

Dr.AsaParisisaprivatepracticeclinicalsocialworkerspecializinginadultandadolescentmale sexualassaultandsubstanceusedisordersurvivors Dr Parishasconcentratedthebulkofhis researchfocusandclinicalpracticetogaininginsightonandworkingwithmilitary,firstresponder, andformallyincarceratedpopulations

JENNIFER A PAX, JD, PHD, LCSW

Ms Pax,isfull-timefacultyatNewJerseyCityUniversityanddirectstheBachelorofSocialWork Program Sheengagesinclinicalpractice,predominantlywiththeagingpopulation,andison variousBoardsthroughouttheStateofNJ

KATHLEEN RAY, LCSW

FRAIDY REISS, BA

Ms Reissisaforcedmarriagesurvivorturnedexecutivedirector,activist,researcher,publishedwriter, andoneofthenation’sforemostexpertsonforcedandchildmarriage.Afterescapingfromanabusive forcedmarriage,sherebuiltherlifeandfoundedUnchainedAtLasttocombatforcedmarriageand childmarriageintheUnitedStatesthroughdirectservicesandadvocacy.

OUR PRESENTERS

LA'TESHA SAMPSON, PHD, LCSW

Dr.La'Teshahasbeenasocialworkerfor24years.Shehasbeenfeaturednationallyasa psychoeducationalthoughtleaderinTheNewYorkTimes,TheWashingtonPost,TheStarLedger, ThriveGlobal,TheHuffingtonPost,NBCNews4,andTVOne'sFatalAttraction Dr La'Teshaservesas anationalBoardmemberforNASW,theTrainingandCurriculumChairfortheNJAssociationofBlack SocialWorkers,andisaBoardofTrusteesmemberforBlackGirlHealthFoundationandYWCAof UnionCounty

SVETLANA SHPIEGEL, PHD, MSW

SvetlanaShpiegelisanAssociateProfessorattheDepartmentofSocialWorkandChildAdvocacy Herresearchinterestsinclude:adolescentstransitioningfromfostercare,childabuseandneglect, riskandresilienceamongvulnerablepopulations,andearlypregnancyandparenthoodamongchildwelfareinvolvedyouth.

SARAKAY SMULLENS, LCSW, ACSW

Ms Smullens(she/her/hers)(www sarakaysmullens com)whoseprivateandprobonoclinical practiceisPhiladelphiabasedisalicenseddiplomateinclinicalsocialwork(ABCSW)andis certifiedasbothfamilylifeeducator(NationalCouncilonFamilyRelations)andgroup psychotherapist(AmericanGroupPsychotherapyAssociation)

AMY STRICKLER, LSW

Ms.Strickler,isanAssistantProfessorofTeachingattheRutgersSchoolofSocialWork,andthe AssistantDirectoroftheIntensiveWeekendProgram Amy’sareasofinterestarechildwelfare,in particular,adoptionadvocacy;andsocialworkeducationforpost-traditionalstudents.

TONYA TUCKER, MSW

TonyaTuckergraduatedfromFordhamUniversitywithaMastersofSocialWorkdegree,and currentlyservesasaMedicalSocialWorkerwiththeCityofNewark’sOfficeofViolencePrevention andTraumaRecovery Withover17yearsofexperience,shehasassistedthoseaffectedby violence,specializinginfemaleandmentalhealthsupportservices Asaprofessional,Tonya focusesonadvocatingforthoseinneed,andimprovingthelivingsituationsofindividualsby analyzingtheenvironment,relationships,systemsandpoliciesthatimpacttheirlives

ROBIN C WILEY, DSW, LCSW

Ms Wiley,isatherapistandownerofthegrouppractice,InfinityEmpowermentServices,LLCin Southern,NewJersey Dr Wileyfocusesmuchofherworkonempoweringolderadultsandthose whoworkwiththem Shestrivestoassistfamilymembersandhelpingprofessionalsworkmore effectivelywitholderadultthroughbetterunderstandingoftheiruniqueexperiences.Shecanbe reachedthoughherwebsitesdrrobinwiley comortheexperienceofaging com

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CampbellLibrary,5thFloor Glassboro,NJ08028

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120AlbanySt

TowerOne,Suite200 NewBrunswick,NJ08901

(838)932-7520

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400SouthOrangeAve

SouthOrange,NJ07079

(973)761-9000

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Earn a Chance to Win Free Attendance to the 2024 NASW-NJ Annual Conference

Our sponsors and exhibitors offer a wide-array of programs, services, and information to help social workers assist clients, develop their careers, and institute smart business practices.

To encourage you to visit with ALL our exhibitors, we’ve brought back our popular Exhibitor Bingo game! Pick up your Bingo card when you get your conference tote bag and be sure to bring it with you to the Exhibit Hall.

Each exhibitor you visit will place a star sticker on your bingo card. When you have a sticker from every exhibitor and your bingo card is complete, just drop it off at the NASW-NJ Booth. When you do so, you’ll automatically be entered into a random drawing to win free attendance to next year’s NASW-NJ Annual Conference. It’s as simple as that!

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NASW-NJissolicitingproposalsforpresentationatournextstatewidecontinuingeducationconferencein 2024 Weencourageyoutoshareyourknowledgeandexperiencewithyourcolleaguesthroughatwo-or four-hourworkshop Youwillnotonlyreceivemaximumexposurebypresentingatthestatewide conference,butyouwillhavetheopportunitytoengageandenlightenothersocialworkers.

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Five years of experience in the particular area of instruction; OR a graduate degree in the particular area (an MSW is sufficient); AND

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Social Workers who are submitting proposals must be members of NASW.

Willingness to present to a large audience of up to 100 or more.

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Social workers are currently being called upon to provide expertise, engage and take action to pave the way for a brighter, safer and more inclusive future. Though this work is not new to our profession, there’s no better or more important time to come together as a collective and amplify our voices and values by being part of the largest, most influential organization of social workers in the world

Advocacy:

Social workers speak out and NASW-NJ takes action, whether that’s advocating for state licensure improvements, more opportunities to practice across state lines, or meeting with the NJ Division of Consumer Affairs to understand licensure delays and develop a plan for the future

Professional Development:

Develop and provide the resources you need to support your clients, colleagues, and communities at large. Since March 2020 alone, NASW-NJ has provided over 200 programs to keep social workers informed and up-to-date on the newest professional advancements through certificate and continuing education programs, Community Conversations, the Race, Responsibility, & Reconciliation series and more.

Professional Home: NASW-NJ makes it easy for social workers to connect and collaborate through virtual and regional in-person events, Unit Events, Shared Interest Groups, and leadership opportunities within the chapter and the national organization.

We invite you to engage with us to learn about what it means to be a member of NASW-NJ. As social work professionals, you influence the lives of many around you; you encourage, support, advocate for, and inspire your clients, colleagues, and the community to be better At NASW-NJ, we work to provide you with the tools, resources and opportunities you need to keep doing just that

Refunds will be processed within 2 weeks after conference and will be applied to the payment method used to register for conference This offer is only valid for those joining the NASW-NJ chapter

Interested in learning more? Call our Member Services Team at 800.742.4089 or join online at www.socialworkers.org/join

The NASW-NJ Chapter volunteer leadership is composed of social workers just like yourself, who are passionate about our field, our collective purpose, and have a desire to contribute to the dialogue and lend their talents and voices to the betterment of our Chapter.

Here’s a few ways you can volunteer with us:

Serve as a Unit Leader – NASW-NJ has units across the state to provide members with regionally based networking and educational opportunities. As a volunteer chair or co-chair, you can help plan and coordinate events that bring value to our members.

Serve on a Committee – Committees are a great way to learn more about the inner workings of our professional organization and help shape programs and policies. These are one-year appointments and typically meet via phone or Zoom on a monthly basis.

Serve as a Shared Interest Group Facilitator – Social work is one of the most diverse professions, and our Shared Interest Groups allow members in similar practice-areas to talk through shared experiences, challenges, opportunities, and to network. As a facilitator, you can help guide the group, coordinate meetings, and lead the discussion.

Serve on the Board of Directors – Lead and serve our organization at the highest level! Board positions are elected by member vote and serve one to two-year appointments. Our Board meets bi-monthly and is active in conversations, dialogue, and Chapter governance in-between meetings.

Am I qualified to volunteer?

You should be an NASW-NJ member and a social worker (but if you’re an associate member, we can talk with you about those qualifications as well!) Social workers are in every aspect of our community and we hope our leadership is as diverse as our membership

Sound exciting? Contact us today about becoming a volunteer! You can email Resia Cooper, Engagement Coordinator, at rcooper.naswnj@socialworkers.org for more information.

Chapter Leadership

Continuing Education/ Conference Planning Committee

CHAIR, Dawn Apgar

Katherine Findley

Rosemarie Patrizio

Laurie Poppe

V.DuWayne Battle

Kecia Melvin

Donna Pincavage

Gilberto Velasquez

Unit Leaders

Afifa Ansari

Sarah Delicio

Jeanne Koller

Tina Maschi

Vimmi Surti

Shalini Basu

Melissa Donahue

Hannah Korn-Heilner

Dina Morley

Miguel Williams

Ethics Committee

CHAIR, David Rosen

Tiffany Mayers

Chris Heer

Juan Rios

Darcella Sessomes

Committee on Nominations and Leadership Identification (CNLI)

Jenny Conger

Anthony Gallo

Sarah Miller

Anthony Francis

Judyann McCarthy

Hina Rehman

Finance Committee

Priscilla Carmona

NASW-NJ ASWB Taskforce

Edward Alessi

DuWayne Battle

Marla Blunt-Carter

Zakia Clay

Ralph Cuseglio

Christine Heer

Tawanda Hubbard

Robin Mama

Phylis Peterman

Laura Quiros

Dawn Apgar

Anthony Gallo

Dawn Konrady

Emmanuel Bioh

Lana Church

Andrea Cole

Jenny Dunkle

Christa Hogan

May Lewis

Widian Nicola

Dean Potter

Kathleen Ray

Svetlana Shpiegel

LASA Committee

Natalie Bembry

Jesselly de la Cruz

Erica Goldblatt Hyatt

Ameerah McCoy

Carrie Conger

Lakeesha Eure

Brittany Macaluso

Susan Menahem

Elizabeth Lawrence

PACE Committee

CHAIR, Fred Samson

Kathy Dixon

Terry Lyons

TREASURER, Anthony Gallo

Allison James-Frison

Miriam Stern