Conferences and Workshops2021 MACRO-UNITED Virtual Conference
June 3, 10, and 17, 2021
This year’s conference, The Power of MACRO Social Work: Forging Pathways, will provide attendees with an opportunity to grapple with complex social problems, share policy and practice research and projects, and build social work partnerships to advance social justice and social change in these challenging times. This conference is ideal for social work educators, students, and practitioners.University of Michigan Online Certificate in Mixed Methods Research
Mondays and Wednesdays in June 2021, 6-8pm ET
This 30-hour program is designed for researchers and practitioners who are interested in learning more about the integration of qualitative and quantitative research methods and data, commonly used data collection methods and procedures, popular data analysis techniques used in the applied professions, and effective approaches to research conducted in practice settings. Participants will learn to critique theoretical foundations of research, form qualitative and quantitative research questions, create study designs that answer mixed methods research questions, and integrate qualitative and quantitative datasets for analysis and interpretation.
Mental Health America’s 2021 Annual Conference: From Resiliency to Recovery
June 10-12, 2021
Mental Health America (MHA) is the nation’s leading community-based nonprofit dedicated to addressing the needs of those living with mental illness and promoting the overall mental health of all. MHA’s work is driven by its commitment to promote mental health as a critical part of overall wellness, including prevention services for all; early identification and intervention for those at risk; integrated care, services, and supports for those who need them; with recovery as the goal.
American Association of Behavioral and Social Sciences Conference
June 14-15, 2021
Deadline for submitting proposals: April 30, 2021
The American Association of Behavioral and Social Sciences (AABSS) holds an annual conference that brings together scholars from around the U.S. and abroad in order to present scholarship related to a wide variety of contexts, including theory, practice, empirical research, and conceptual advancement. It is a juried conference, meaning that presentation proposals undergo peer-review prior to potential acceptance for presentation.
2021 NOFSW Virtual Conference Forging a Path Towards Equity
June 16-18, 2021
Routes towards equity look different for all types of helping professionals. A forensic social worker might contemplate “how could clients, families, communities, organizations, laws, policies, and outcomes be different if I am truly successful at what I do?” This conference will focus on diversity, access, inclusion, and deep respect for the lived experience to gain the knowledge, skills, and strategies to address explicit/implicit bias and advantage/oppression at micro, mezzo, and macro levels.
NASW National Virtual Conference
June 22-24, 2021
The National Association of Social Workers annual conference will be held virtually from June 22-24, 2021. More than 2,000 social workers, like-minded professionals, and social work thought leaders attend the NASW National Conference for unparalleled opportunities in professional development, continuing education, networking, and thought-provoking conversations tackling the most pressing issues facing the social work profession across the world.
For Students: Importing Data to SPSS, Data Cleaning, and Management
June 24, 2:30-3:30pm
During this webinar we will discuss the key steps for cleaning and managing data in SPSS. We will review removal of participants, imputation, creating composite scores, and checking for outliers. No cost; registration required.
Exploring and Analyzing Monitoring the Future Data: A Primer
Application Deadline: June 25, 2021
Course Dates: August 9-12, 2021
The Monitoring the Future (MTF) project (http://monitoringthefuture.org/) is a long-term epidemiologic and etiologic study of substance use among the nation’s youth and adults. Funded by the National Institute on Drug Abuse since 1975, the MTF project collects data annually from nationally representative samples of adolescents from 8th-12 grade. This four-day workshop will cover the content of MTF public release and restricted-use data, study documentation, data management and analysis planning, and, as time and interest allow, a variety of analytic techniques appropriate for data derived from a complex sample design.
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EPLS: The Ripple Effect
July 6, 13, 20, & 27, 2021, 2:00-3:30pm
This four-session distance learning series offers participants an interactive opportunity to explore and experience Ripple Effects Mapping (REM), a participatory evaluation tool designed to identify the outcomes and impact of complex community work. REM provides you the ability to collect stories of the direct and indirect impacts of your work, while simultaneously being a reflective and engaging process for participants. The series will include skill-based learning opportunities, individual and group activities, reading assignments, and group discussions. Free; registration required.
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Introduction to Clinical Research Boot Camp 2021
July 19-23, 2021 12:00-1:00pm (Research Staff)
July 26-30, 2021, 12:00-1:00pm (Investigators)
The Research Staff Track for the Clinical Research Boot Camp is designed for individuals interested in learning about clinical research from a research staff perspective, this track will feature content covering ethical benchmarks for clinical research, coordinator responsibilities, research results reporting, study operations, and engaging the research team. The Investigator Track is designed for individuals interested in learning about clinical research from an investigator’s perspective. Topics will include PI responsibilities, study design and methodology, building an interdisciplinary team, and engaging diverse communities. Free; registration required.
Conducting Intervention Research in Criminal Justice Settings
July 26-30, 2021
This workshop will prepare you to design and research behavioral or policy interventions that address needs, problems, and conditions related to criminal justice involvement and the criminal justice system. The overall focus of workshop activities is on the process of designing and developing a behavioral or policy intervention manual and an NIH (or equivalent) research grant proposal. Registration required.
NAMI National Convention
July 27-28, 2021
NAMI is pleased to present NAMICon 2021, our annual national convention, virtually July 27-28, 2021. Anyone interested in and impacted by mental health should attend this event dedicated to uplifting, empowering and informing communities with resources, research, support and programming.
As the culmination of events over the past year have demonstrated, more than ever, there is no health without mental health. Finding solutions to our nation’s mental health epidemic will require all of us uniting to help our communities heal and thrive.
22nd National Conference on Child Abuse and Neglect
July 27-29, 2021
The 22ND National Conference on Child Abuse and Neglect (NCCAN) offers an exceptional opportunity to connect and learn about nationwide efforts to shift the focus of the child welfare system to primary prevention—creating the conditions for strong and thriving families and communities where children are free from child abuse and neglect. The virtual conference will be presented over three shorter days to ensure that content is delivered in digestible segments.
American Society on Aging and the USC Leonard Davis School of Gerontology Online Gerontology Courses
Course dates Summer- Fall 2020 Online
The American Society on Aging and the USC Leonard Davis School of Gerontology are offering four different five-week online gerontology courses. You can take one or more of the courses, depending on your individual professional development needs. The online learning curriculum provides a flexible and convenient way for you to expand your knowledge of aging issues with in-depth information and insights. Successful participants will earn a certificate of completion from USC, and CE credits are offered from select accreditation providers.
Boston University School of Social Work’s Center for Aging & Disability Research & Education (CADER)
Prepare for the challenges of a rapidly changing society with CADER state-of-the-art online training programs. These courses are developed by leading experts in aging and disability to address the core skills needed for effective practice. All CADER courses cover content areas related to legal and ethical considerations, cultural competence, person-centered approaches, health literacy, and strategies for communicating effectively in difficult situations. These online courses are available separately or as part of a certificate program offered from Boston University, are self-paced, and can be taken anytime, and provide continuing education credits.
Arizona Rural Women’s Health Network: Sexual Violence Training for Community Health Workers
Ongoing-online (CHEHs)
The Arizona Rural Women’s Health Network offers a 4 hour course for community health workers that provides an introduction to basic knowledge and skills useful in assisting and responding to victims of sexual violence. The online course includes self-paced modules, a workbook, and a simulated role-play scenario. Training is offered at no cost. |