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Please join the West Virginia Chapter of the National Association of Social Workers and the ACEs Coalition of West Virginia for an amazing day of advocacy at the state Capitol. Register at the link below:
bit.ly/naswwvaces
The event will feature a half-day program of speakers, networking, and engagement opportunities.
8:30 a.m. — Breakfast meet up for social workers, students, and advocates: Governor’s Conference Room
9:00 a.m. — Legislative Advocacy Forum: Compassion and Action: Lower Rotunda
-Welcome, purpose, and introductions with Molly Arbogast, NASW WV
-Legislative Speakers:
- Delegate Sean Hornbuckle
- Senator Joey Garcia
- Delegate Evan Worrell
- Senator Laura Chapman
-Call to Action, Tricia Kingery, ACEs Coalition of WV
9:40 a.m. — Legislative Visits: visit your legislative representatives or schedule future visits
11:00 a.m. — NASW WV and ACEs Coalition recognition: Senate and House Galleries
12:30 p.m. — Lunch & Afternoon Summer Policy Institute Lunch Offering: Main Conference Room, West Virginia School Service Personnel Association Building, 1610 Washington St E, Charleston, WV 25311
*This lunch offering is free and open to all Social Work Advocacy Day/ACEs Coalition attendees who wish to learn more about opportunities to stay engaged in advocacy, continue policy-related work, and expand their understanding of legislative processes.
Afternoon — Self-led exploration of Charleston
Recommended stops:
Bridge Road Shops and Eateries ~ Wheelhouse, Sarah’s Bakery, Charlie Boutique, Liberty Roe Children’s Clothier and Toys
Capitol Street ~ Pies n Pints, Adelphia, Taylor Books, Ellen’s Ice Cream
Capitol Market ~ Soho’s, The Purple Onion, WV Marketplace, Holl’s Chocolates
West Side ~ Sergio's Cucina Italiana & Pizza, Kinship Goods, Bullock Distillery, Dancing Dog Ice Cream Cafe
This event will be followed by a Legislative Reception at Charleston’s premier event venue, The Cottage at Northgate. More information about the Legislative Reception, including registration details, can be found here: https://bit.ly/43R6Cbs
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays
WV State Capital Complex, 1900 Kanawha Blvd E, Charleston, WV 25305-0001, United States,Charleston, West Virginia
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