Social Work Week March 2 - 9, 2009: Social Workers Making a Difference in Seniors' Lives
In celebration of Social Work Week, the ASWNC is pleased to present the following activities:
Whitehorse, YT
Canadian Association of Social Workers Web Audio Cast – Open to Members of the Public and Social Workers
In celebration of National Social Work Month, CASW will host a one-hour educational audio webcast on the topic of seniors and mental health. A panel of CASW representatives with expertise in this area will discuss issues, initiatives, and the role of social work in this field of practice. There will also be an opportunity for questions and answers following the presentation.
Date: Thursday March 5, 2009
Time: 8:45 am – 10:30 am
Location: Yukon College, Room TBA
Social Work Week Social Worker’s Gathering – Open to Social Workers
The Association of Social Workers in Northern Canada is hosting an evening celebration for Yukon Social Workers highlighting this year’s theme “Social Workers Making a Difference in Seniors’ Lives”. Listen to special guests, connect with other social workers and share food!
Date: Thursday March 5, 2009
Time: 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm
Location: Golden Age Society - 406 1A 4th Avenue
Please bring: Another social worker! An appy or dessert to share.
Yellowknife, NT
Canadian Association of Social Workers Web Audio Cast – Yellowknife Broadcast
In celebration of National Social Work Month, CASW will host a one-hour educational audio webcast on the topic of seniors and mental health. A panel of CASW representatives with expertise in this area will discuss issues, initiatives, and the role of social work in this field of practice. There will also be an opportunity for questions and answers following the presentation. Refreshments will be served ~ stay after the webcast and talk with other social workers!
Date: Thursday March 5, 2009
Time: 10:00 – 11:00 am, Refreshments 11:00 – 11:30
Location: Aurora College, Room 309
Aurora College will also be nominating social work groups for CJCD’s “Good Person of the Day” every day during Social Work Week.
Department of Health and Social Services, GNWT will have a booth set up in the Centre Square Mall on March 2 & 3. Stop by for cake and prizes.
