UPCOMING EVENTS
April
April 6, 2024 • Tampa, FL
*NASW-FL Central Unit is hosting "Mindfulness Walking Tour at Mead Botanical Garden" with Kristina Ramos, MSW, from 9:00 am-11:00 am (ET).
Calling all mental health professionals! Join us as we mindfully explore the tranquil spaces of Mead Botanical Gardens. The Central Unit is teaming with the Tarflower Chapter of the Florida Native Plant Society to connect people with plants via mindfulness practice.
Location:
Mead Botanical Garden
1300 S. Denning Dr.
Winter Park, FL 32789
Registration is Free.
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April 10, 2024 • Virtual
NASW-FL Central Unit presents "Central Unit Monthly Steering Committee Meeting" hosted by Amy Moncion, ACSW, CWCM, CTP LCSW, QS - Unit Chair from 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM (ET).
Registration is free.
A Zoom link with be provided the day of the event.
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April 19, 2024 • Sanford, FL
*NASW-FL Central Unit presents "Cafe Connection Hour" with Amy Moncion, Central Unit Chair, from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. (ET).
Share a coffee or tea with fellow social workers. Members and Non-Member welcome. Don't miss out on this incredible chance to connect, inspire, and grow.
Location:
Palate Coffee Roasters
105 W 2nd Street
Sanford, FL 32771
Registration:
Members - Free / Future Members - $5.00
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April 27, 2024 • Altamonte Springs, FL
NASW-FL Central Unit will be participating in NAMIWalks Greater Orlando with Amy Moncion, Central Unit Chair, from 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. (ET)
Join the Central Unit at the 2024 NAMIWalks Greater Orlando to bring awareness to the importance of mental health and well-being in our community.
Location:
Cranes Roost Park
247 Cranes Roost Blvd
Altamonte Springs, FL 32701
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May
May 8, 2024 • Virtual
NASW-FL Central Unit presents "Central Unit Monthly Steering Committee Meeting" hosted by Amy Moncion, ACSW, CWCM, CTP LCSW, QS - Unit Chair from 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM (ET).
Registration is free.
A Zoom link with be provided the day of the event.
CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION!
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER ONLINE!
May 14, 2024 • In-Person
*NASW-FL Central Unit presents "Mix and Mingle Happy Hour" with Amber Margeson, BSW (Central Unit MSW Student Representative), from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.(ET)
Join us for a networking event designed for professional and student members, as well as future members. Discover how NASW-FL actively supports and advances the social work profession in our community.
Registration:
Members: Free, and Non-Members: $5.00
Location:
Yard House
8367 International Dr
Orlando, FL 32819
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CENTRAL UNIT
Greetings, Central Unit Social Workers!
We're absolutely thrilled to kick off our 50th year celebrations with NASW FL! This year, we're focusing on you, and we've got a ton of exciting events lined up. From enriching continuing education sessions to engaging networking events, fun social hangouts, and impactful advocacy work, there's something for everyone.
Your thoughts and ideas are incredibly valuable to us. Whether you have questions, feedback, or just want to chat, we're all ears! Your input helps us improve and better support our communities in Orange, Seminole, and Osceola counties.
We're honored to be your team for this special year. Let's make it unforgettable, filled with growth, laughter, and plenty of good times. Here's to 50 amazing years with NASW FL, and many more to come!
Welcome to the Central Unit—where the excitement never ends, and the social work spirit shines bright, supporting our communities every step of the way.
UNIT LEADERSHIP
Amy Moncion, ACSW, CWCM, CTP LCSW, QS - Unit Chair
central.naswfl@socialworkers.org
Vacant – Unit Vice-Chair
Vacant – Secretary
Vacant – Membership
Fransheska Cardona-Leon, LCSW-Education Chair
Amber Margeson, BSW - Legislative Chair
Vacant – Committee on Nominations and Leadership Identification Chair
Daysha Coleman– BSW Student Rep
Amber Margeson, BSW – MSW Student Rep
Please follow us on Social Media for the latest updates or E-mail central.naswfl@socialworkers.org to be added to our mailing list.
GET INVOLVED
All NASW-FL Central Unit Members are invited to our Monthly Unit meeting. The Central Unit meeting is held monthly via Zoom between August and May.
Join the Central Unit Steering Committee! The committee comprises members seeking to actively participate in developing Unit events, workshops, and other activities.
STAY CONNECTED!
Find out about all upcoming events, meetings, interesting articles and other pertinent information through our social media. You can follow us on:
Facebook: www.facebook.com/naswflcentral
2024 Central Unit Social Work Award Winners
Lifetime Achievement Award
Denisse Centeno Lamas, LCSW
Social Work Educator of the Year
Virginia Tenias de Lopez MSW, LSW
Central Unit Photo Gallery
Central Unit Celebrating Social Work Month.
(L) Amy Moncion with Priscila Manzanet accepting on behalf of Lifetime Achievement recipient, Denisse Centeno Lamas, LCSW