Christiane C. Long, LCSW

02/24/2026

So proud of this team, and this social work community we have here in Arkansas.

02/23/2026

02/02/2026

SWAC Conference 2026 Registration is open. Get registered today for another incredible conference!

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2026-social-work-action-coalition-annual-conference-tickets-1981976609392

02/02/2026

Subscribe to our newsletter, register for the upcoming conference (or share your knowledge as a presenter - or exhibit your business), check out our new website, and read some self care wisdom from one of our board members, and my friend, Kristen Dobbs-Davis.

Most days, I think as social workers, we are carrying more than we would like to admit. It is like having a backpack on that you forgot you were wearing until the straps start cutting in. Inside are pieces of other people’s lives: things clients trusted us with, things we witnessed and could not u...

01/22/2026

Follow the link for a list of shelters available in Arkansas: https://adem.maps.arcgis.com/apps/instant/nearby/index.html?appid=9b276078a02d4639ac08b49e98ea5171&sliderDistance=10&fbclid=IwY2xjawPfdzNleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEeniGIr26xiWhcEeCeaWwnqbx6n3T8lXmyXX4ww6JXUmnGAfBxhWRaXJku-AM_aem_cCzcYBNLg6q2xXKK7LNbng

01/16/2026

So proud to be part of this group.

01/14/2026

The past few days have felt heavy for so many of us in the mental health field. As clinicians in Arkansas, we already work within a system stretched thin by workforce shortages, geographic barriers, and limited funding. And now, with the sudden termination of hundreds of federal addiction and mental...

01/08/2026

Call for Proposals – SWAC Spring Conference

The Social Work Action Coalition (SWAC) is now accepting presentation proposals for our Spring Conference, happening March 18–20.

We invite social workers, educators, advocates, students, and community leaders to submit proposals that:
✔ Strengthen practice and leadership
✔ Address emerging issues in social work
✔ Advance ethics, advocacy, and social justice
✔ Reflect real-world work across Arkansas

Whether you’re a seasoned presenter or sharing your voice for the first time — we want to hear from you.

📩 Submit your proposal:
👉 Follow the link below.
📅 Deadline: February 8

Let’s learn, lead, and build the future of social work together.



https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScxSmIyCJ2rRlC-45TT1pEwpCdcQ8q1-Ky-3GmdHMcSMFncEg/viewform

01/05/2026

The Social Work Action Coalition (SWAC) is seeking a Treasurer to join our Board of Directors. We prefer someone with knowledge/experience with non profit tax and report filing.

If you are passionate about social work, ethical leadership, and strengthening systems that support our profession statewide, we would love to hear from you.

Interested or want to nominate someone?
Comment below, send us a message, or email us at swactioncoalition@gmail.com

01/05/2026

01/05/2026

I hope to see you all there! This is going to be another great conference by a group of great social workers; just under a new name 😉

Heads up! Social Work Action Coalition is holding its first annual Spring conference. Look for more details to come out soon!

Everyone on the SWAC board has many years organizing and planning conferences, and we are excited to host great conference this year!