The California Social Welfare Archives is proud to share the exciting news of Dr. Wendy Ashley’s forthcoming book release:
Ashley, W. (2025). What are you Mixed With? Navigating Anti-Blackness, White Supremacy and Light Skinned Privilege. Innovative Ink Publishing: A Division of Kendall Hunt Publishing Company. ISBN-13: 9798385154883.
The book explores the complexities of race, identity, and privilege through a critical and timely lens. It is available for purchase through Kendall Hunt Publishing ( Click here to buy) and Amazon.
📚 Book Talk Event
Dr. Ashley will be facilitating a book talk and discussion:
Date: Thursday, September 25, 2025
Time: 4:00 PM
Location: The Black House, California State University, Northridge (CSUN)
This event provides an opportunity to engage in meaningful dialogue about anti-Blackness, white supremacy, and light-skinned privilege. All are welcome to attend.
Congratulations to Dr. Ashley on this important contribution to scholarship and social work practice!
Early Bird Registration Now Open: 2025 NASW-CA Annual Conference
The 2025 NASW-CA Annual Conference will be held November 14–15, 2025 at the Marriott Hotel in Irvine, CA. This year’s theme, “A Commitment to Change,” invites social workers and social service professionals to come together in addressing systemic inequities, shifting policies, and building community-driven solutions.
Over two days, more than 500 social workers, clinicians, students, and advocates will gather for:
Dynamic Keynotes & Workshops – Insights from leaders and changemakers shaping the future of social work.
Continuing Education (CEUs) – Fulfill requirements while enhancing your practice.
Networking Opportunities – Connect with peers, advocates, and leaders across the state.
Student Symposium (Nov. 13) – A pre-conference event designed for students and recent graduates to explore career pathways and connect with emerging professionals.
📅 Early Bird Registration closes October 6, 2025.
Secure your spot now to save on your conference pass and be part of this statewide gathering for change.
Featured Sessions:
Blueprints for Systems Change for Teen Parents in Marginalized Communities and Foster Care
Presented by Dr. Dretona Maddox, DSW, MSW, RN-PHN, LCSW – Purposely Chosen, Inc.
📍 Friday, Nov. 14 | 10:45 AM – 12:15 PM
Learn strategies to strengthen policies and programs that support teen parents in foster care and create pathways for stability and resilience.
The Power of Community-Oriented Public Schools in Closing Opportunity Gaps
Presented by Vanessa Marrero, MSW, EdD & Virginia Cheung – Parents for Public Schools of San Francisco
📍 Friday, Nov. 14 | 10:45 AM – 12:15 PM
Discover how schools can serve as community hubs, bridging opportunity gaps through wraparound services, partnerships, and equity-driven models.
