UPCOMING SWA EVENTS

August

Half Day Conference

Friday, August 14, 2026 ο»Ώ

9 AM to 12 PM.(virtual ONLY)

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    1. Recognize common presentations of PMADs, appropiate screening, and referrral considerations within social work practice.

    2. Analyze how racism, stigma, access barriers, and reproductive inequites influence maternal mental health outcomes.

    3. Explore interdisciplinary and community-based approaches that promote maternal mental health and birth equity.

    Dr. Alexandria Young, LCSW, PMH-C

    Dr. Alexandria Young, LCSW, PMH-C, is a social worker, educator, and founder of Golden Hour Counseling Co., a practice centering trauma-informed, and culturally responsive care. She also serves on the board of the Doula Alliance of AR, supporting advocacy and collaboration within perinatal care spaces.

    Alexandria holds a Doctorate in Social Work (DSW) with a focus on social work education. Her work centers on perinatal mental health, reproductive justice, and equity-centered interdisciplinary training. She is passionate about bridging the gap between research and real-world practice while supporting providers in delivering more responsive and affirming care across systems.

    Through her clinical, educational, and advocacy work, she supports individuals and professionals navigating stress, burnout, identity shifts, and the often unseen emotional labor of caregiving and helping professions.

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    Current members of the UTAHSWA can attend this event virtually for $4.50 and non-members can attend virtually for $20.

    This event will be virtual over Zoom ONLY. There will not be an in person option for this event.

    Continuing Education Credit

    This event will offer 3.0 hours of CE credit. This presentation schedule has been approved for CEU credit by the Utah Social Work Association Board.

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    Are you a current BSW or MSW Student?

    • You can attend this event for free! Please email us at contact@utahswa.org to get your Zoom link.

    • Current BSW and MSW students can join the UTAHSWA for free!

    Proof of enrollement is required.

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September

Lunch &
Learn

Wednesday, September 9, 2026

12 PM to 1 PM.(virtual)

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October

Lunch & Learn

Wednesday October 14, 2026 ο»Ώ

12 PM to 1 PM.(virtual)

Coming Soon

Annual Conference April 14, 2027

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UTAHSWA Event Types

  • UTAHSWA hosts a virtual Lunch & Learn on the second Wednesday of every month via Zoom, offering 1 CEU per session. These events feature diverse, relevant topics across all areas of social work practice and are free for members ($5 for non-members). Upcoming sessions are shared via email, social media, and this events page.

  • Our half-day conference is once a year in Murray, Utah, offering 3 CEUs through focused, in-depth training. The conference typically runs from 8 AM to 1 PM and feature expert speakers across social work and mental health fields. Space is limited for in-person attendance, so early registration is encouraged. Members also get access to previous month’s recordings.

  • UTAHSWA’s annual conference is a signature event that brings together social workers from across Utah for a full day of education, connection, and professional development. Typically hosted at the Utah Cultural Celebration Center, this event welcomes 150–200 attendees and features a variety of speakers, topics, and local vendor support.

    Please note: we will not be hosting a conference in 2026 as we transition this event to a spring schedule. Our next annual conference is planned for April 14th 2027.

WHAT IS A CEU?

Understanding Continuing Education for Social Workers

A CEU (Continuing Education Unit) is a professional development credit required to maintain social work licensure. In Utah, social workers renew their licenses every two years and must complete a set number of CEUs to stay current in their field. UTAHSWA provides accessible, high-quality CEU opportunities through our Lunch & Learns, conferences, and other educational eventsβ€”helping members meet requirements while continuing to grow professionally.

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The Utah Social Workers Association (UTAHSWA) remains an affordable, high-quality option for networking and continuing education across Utah. We offer frequent virtual continuing education opportunities, with upcoming events regularly posted for members.

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