Welcome to the Understanding Social Isolation and the Impact on Communities Conference! Join us at Howard University- School of Social Work for a day filled with insightful discussions, engaging workshops, and networking opportunities. This event aims to shed light on the challenges of social isolation and its effects on communities. Whether you're a student, professional, or community member, this conference offers valuable knowledge and resources to address this important issue. Don't miss out on this opportunity to learn, connect, and make a difference!

Understanding Social Isolation and the Impact on Communities

This exciting conference will delve into social isolation (SI )andthe willful disengagement of self by individuals. The result can have emotional, psychological and physical impact including dissociation and lack of connection with those around them. The effect on the socially isolated individual can be profound. This conference will explore social isolation issues and what can be done to address SI and what that means for individuals, families and communities. The result can be life threatening particularly for adults and older adults. Attendees will be able to listen and participate in discussion, and leave the day with specific evidence- based solutions, tools and information to address SI. Networking opportunities will be provided.

You won’t want to miss this event.

Date:​SATURDAY, March 22, 2025

Time:​10:00 AM to 2:00 PM

Location: Howard University School of Social Work First Floor Auditorium (Roomn114)

​​601 Howard Place, NW

​​Washington, DC 20059

Refreshments Provided

Continuing Education Units (CEU and Continuing Education Credits (CE) will be offered.

Discover innovative programs. Network with colleagues. Get inspired and rejuvenated. Join us in person for this one-of-a-kind opportunity for aging services professionals.