The Campaign School for Social Workers will be Friday and Saturday, February 27 and 28, 2026 at the University of Connecticut School of Law in Hartford, Connecticut.
Politics shapes everything we do as social workers and citizens. Political decisions made at the federal, state, and local levels determine what kind of world we live in and touch every aspect of our daily lives, including education, health care, criminal justice, mental health services, environment, trash – everything. Yet, it can also feel overwhelming and intimidating. The Campaign School for Social Workers is a two-day workshop for anyone who wants to be more politically knowledgeable and active as a candidate, staff member, nonprofit leader, volunteer, and/or advocate for social change. Attendees learn from political social workers and national experts why we all belong in politics, how to use the NASW Code of Ethics as a guide, and how supporting a more inclusive democracy is central to social work’s mission, impact, and a more just society. Now in its 30th year, the Campaign School for Social Workers has a strong network of over 3,000 alumni from across the country and world, many of whom have gone on to serve as elected officials, leaders, advocates, and organizers.
Registration is open! Register here: https://tinyurl.com/2026CampaignSchool.
Schools or others who wish to register groups can email ssw.ce@uconn.edu. For all other questions, email Shannon.lane@uconn.edu.
For more information, contact: Shannon Lane at Shannon.lane@uconn.edu