Strengthening our Foundation, Cultivating our Future
$50 Early Bird Discount Until December!
Purchase your Full Event ticket before December 1st, 2026 and automatically save $50! See the discount when adding your ticket(s) at checkout. Don't miss your chance!
Meet Your Keynote Speakers!
Co Carew, PhD
Co Carew, PhD, Assistant Professor of Social Work, has worked as an instructor for over 24 years. She infuses experiential and discovery learning, as primary teaching modes. Carew also works as an expressive arts therapist, with a focus on trauma. Her doctoral research explored and further defined a sense of place, understood as one’s connection to-P-people, L-land, A-ancestry, C-culture and E-experiences.
Christopher Cutter, PhD
Christopher J. Cutter, Ph.D., is Associate Professor at the Yale Child Study Center, Yale School of Medicine, where he founded and directs Yale's Native American Mental Health Program — one of the first academically based programs of its kind in the United States. He also serves as Chief of Psychology and Training Director at NRT Montana, Turnbridge Addiction Treatment Programs, and as Director of Research and Assessment at The Pointe Dual Diagnosis Residential Treatment Program in Malibu, California. A counseling psychologist, Dr. Cutter's work focuses on community- and culturally-adapted mental health care for Indigenous youth, co-occurring chronic pain and opioid use disorder, and adolescent dual-diagnosis treatment. He serves as a co-investigator on several NIH initiatives and leads research partnerships with the Cherokee Nation, Shinnecock Nation, and Fort Mojave Indian Tribe. He earned his Ph.D. from Northeastern University, completed his predoctoral internship at Harvard Medical School/ McLean Hospital, and postdoctoral fellowship through Yale School of Medicine. He is currently senior teaching and training faculty and recently received Yale School of Medicine's Sally Provence Award for Excellence in Supervision.
Limited Discounted Hotel Block
A limited number of rooms have been reserved at the Delta Hotels Helena Colonial at a discounted conference rate of $169 per night. We encourage attendees to book early to secure this rate. The hotel reservation deadline is February 18, 2027.
Book Your Reservation Here!
Schedule at a Glance (scroll down for full schedule)
Thursday March 4, 2027 - Legislative Education and Action Day (LEAD) and Conference Kickoff
Join students and professionals from across the state to learn and get hands on with legislators and observe legislative floor sessions in the MT Capitol.
Afternoon pre-conference workshop for two continuing education credits (LCSW, LMSW, LBSW, LCPC, LAC)
Evening conference welcome reception
Friday March 5, 2027 - Full Conference Day One
Earn up to six continuing education credits (LCSW, LMSW, LBSW, LCPC, LAC)
Attend our keynote session featuring Dr. Co Carew and then select from a variety of breakout sessions.
Saturday March 6, 2027 - Full Conference Day Two
Earn up to five continuing education credits (LCSW, LMSW, LBSW, LCPC, LAC)
Attend our keynote session featuring Dr. Chris Cutter and then select from a variety of breakout sessions.
Sponsorship and Exhibitor Opportunities
We’re excited to offer sponsorship and exhibitor opportunities for organizations looking to increase their visibility and connect with social work and other helping professionals at our 2027 conference! Your support helps make this event possible while showcasing your organization to an engaged audience. Explore the opportunities via the image below and join us in making this year’s conference a success.
Thursday, March 4th
- 9:00 am - 10:30 am
Legislative Education and Action Day (LEAD) Orientation
Details coming soon.
- 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
On the Hill: Engaging with Your Legislators
Details coming soon. Lunch will be provided!
- 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
LEAD Debrief and Reflections from the Hill
Details coming soon.
- 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
On the Floor: Montana’s Legislative Process in Action
Details coming soon.
- 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Pre-Conference Workshop (2 CEs)
Details coming soon.
- 5:15 pm - 6:30 pm
Conference Welcome Reception & Networking
Details coming soon.
Friday, March 5th
- 8:30 am - 8:45 am
Welcome and Kickoff
- 8:45 am - 10:15 am
Keynote Session (1.5 CEs)
Details coming soon.
- 10:15 am - 10:30 am
Break
- 10:30 am - 12:00 pm
Breakout Sessions (1.5 CE)
Two tracks. Details coming soon.
- 12:00 pm - 1:15 pm
Lunch Break
Details coming soon.
- 1:15 pm - 2:15 pm
Breakout Sessions (1 CE)
Two tracks. Details coming soon.
- 2:15 pm - 2:30 pm
Break
- 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm
Breakout Sessions (1 CE)
Two tracks. Details coming soon.
- 3:30 pm - 3:45 pm
Break
- 3:45 pm - 4:45 pm
Breakout Sessions (1 CE)
Two tracks. Details coming soon.
Saturday, March 6th
- 8:30 am - 8:45 am
Welcome and Social Worker Award Announcements
- 8:45 am - 10:15 am
Keynote Session (1.5 CEs)
Details coming soon.
- 10:15 am - 10:30 am
Break
- 10:30 am - 12:00 pm
Breakout Sessions (1.5 CE)
Details coming soon.
- 12:00 pm - 1:15 pm
Lunch Break
Details coming soon.
- 1:15 pm - 2:15 pm
Breakout Sessions (1 CE)
Details coming soon.
- 2:15 pm - 2:30 pm
Break
Details coming soon.
- 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm
Breakout Sessions (1 CE)
Details coming soon.
FAQs
- Are there sponsorship or exhibitor opportunities?
Yes, we have both! To learn more and apply please see our one-pager.
- Is there a discounted hotel rate if I am staying at the Delta Hotels Helena Colonial?
A limited number of rooms have been reserved at the Delta Hotels Helena Colonial at a discounted conference rate of $169 per night. We encourage attendees to book early to secure this rate. The hotel reservation deadline is February 18, 2027. Book Your Reservation Here!
- Can non-social workers join NASW?
Yes! NASW membership is open to all helping professionals and students, not just social workers. To learn more about the various membership types visit https://www.socialworkers.org/Membership/Membership-Types
If you are not a member and want to join as part of your ticket purchase, please see the FAQ question "How do I become a NASW Member to secure the discounted ticket price?"
- How do I become a NASW Member to secure the discounted ticket price?
We have included an option as part of the checkout process that allows you to become a member via purchasing a discounted "add-on". Simply start by purchasing the non-member ticket and follow the add-on prompt during checkout to secure your membership with NASW as part of the process.
Note that memberships purchase through this process will go into effect March, 2027. If you would like to learn more about membership types and how to become a member today, please visit: https://www.socialworkers.org/Membership/Membership-Types
- When will the full event schedule be available?
Our goal is to finish securing and publish breakout session speakers and topics by December 2026.
- Will there be a virtual option for attendees not able to make it to Helena?
No, this event is fully in-person and we do not currently have plans for any hybrid or virtual access to the content.
- Can I purchase a ticket for just part of the event?
We are offering two ticketing options:
A Full Event ticket which includes access to all activities March 4-6th.
A Thursday, March 4th Legislative Education and Action Day (LEAD) only ticket.
If you would like to attend any activities on Friday or Saturday, you will need to purchase a Full Event ticket.
- What is your refund/cancellation policy?
Registration cancellations received on or before January 4 will receive a 100% refund, minus processing or transaction fees. Cancellations received between January 5 and February 3 will receive a 50% refund, minus applicable fees. No refunds will be issued for cancellations received on or after February 4. Thank you for your understanding and for supporting our annual conference!
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