This year's event will feature opportunities to participate virtually AND in-person.
For the in-person event, you should indicate when you register that you are planning to attend in-person and what accommodations you will need. If you plan to show up to the live event in person, doors will open at 9:00 AM.
The LAC will host a virtual educational event on February 5th from 6:30PM - 8PM via zoom. This event will provide an opportunity to learn more about the Chapter's legislative efforts, our priorities, and to hear from policy professionals and our committee! Click here to register for the February 5th Virtual Event!
If you are participating virtually only, you will use the zoom link to log on. Please remember to mute your microphone and camera!
If you plan to participate in-person: The live, in-person event will be at St. Martin's University located at 5300 Pacific AVE SE, Lacey, WA 98503. The event will be held in the Marcus Pavilion Building.
Parking is free and in the lot to the south of the Marcus Pavillion Building.
For the in-person event at St. Martin's University, Doors Open at 9:00 AM Pacific Time. Light refreshments will be served.
Event Begins at 10:00 AM Pacific Time
AGENDA*
Welcome
A word from our Chapter Presidents
Key Note Speakers
Policy Agenda/Briefs
Q&A Panel from Maco Social Workers working in the field
How an Idea Becomes a Law
NASW Membership/Committees
Closing
Participants will break off into Legislative Districts (numbered by table).
Participants will be released for lunch (on your own). Attendees are encouraged to set appointments with their legislators, either in-person or virtually in advance of the event. Click here to find your Legislative District!
*The agenda is subject to change based on the availability of speakers.
NASW-WA Legislative Priorities and Bill Tracking List
- 2025 Legislative Priorities
- 2025 Bill List (a selection of bills that the Chapter is tracking in the 2025 session)
Policy Briefs
- Coming soon!
Resources
NASW-WA Membership and Events