Social Work Day on the Hill 2025: Empowering Advocacy for Lasting Change

Date: January 22, 2025
Location: Utah State Capitol Building, Salt Lake City, UT

Time: 11 AM - 2 PM

Event Overview:
Join us for Social Work Day on the Hill 2025, a powerful event dedicated to amplifying the voices of social workers in Utah and empowering them to engage in impactful legislative advocacy. This event is an opportunity for social workers, students, educators, and community advocates to come together, learn about critical legislative issues affecting the profession, and advocate for positive change in policies impacting our clients and communities.

Why Attend?
Social Work Day on the Hill is your chance to meet with lawmakers, network with fellow professionals, and learn more about the legislative process. With Utah's legislative session underway, this is a prime opportunity to advocate for the resources and support needed to address social challenges such as mental health, substance use, housing insecurity, and child welfare. Whether you're an experienced advocate or new to legislative action, this event offers valuable insights and practical tools for making your voice heard.

Event Highlights:

• Advocacy Training Workshops: Gain practical skills in communicating effectively with legislators, presenting data-driven arguments, and fostering ongoing relationships with policymakers.
• Meet Your Legislators: Attend scheduled meetings with Utah state legislators to discuss the importance of social work, share stories from the field, and offer informed perspectives on current bills.
• Networking Opportunities: Connect with fellow social workers, students, and advocates who share your passion for social justice and community betterment.
• Student Participation: Social work students are encouraged to participate, bringing fresh perspectives and enthusiasm to the advocacy process. This is a unique educational opportunity to learn about the role of social workers in public policy.

Who Should Attend?
This event is open to all social workers, social work students, educators, advocates, and anyone committed to supporting the profession and the communities we serve. Participants of all experience levels are welcome, and attendees will leave with renewed knowledge, skills, and inspiration to champion the needs of Utah's most vulnerable populations.

Event Details:

• Registration: https://forms.gle/NiyNaA37DWiZswSb9
• Lunch: There is a small fee for those who would like lunch.
• Time: The event will run from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM, with check-in beginning at 11:00 AM.

Mark your calendar for Social Work Day on the Hill on January 22, 2025, and be part of this essential gathering. Together, we can drive legislative change and support the needs of Utah’s communities through the power of social work advocacy.