Lecture

Becoming an Ally: Mindset, Meaning, & Action

This presentation will be an ONLINE VIRTUAL LIVE on March 13, 2026, from 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm ET. While this activity is LIVE and can only be viewed during the time specified, the evaluation will be available online until April 10, 2026. Go to the Register tab above to learn how to participate for continuing education credit, watch the broadcast and download the slides.

This course is approved for 1.0 Anti-Oppressive Social Work Credit.

This workshop explores the role of allyship in clinical and organizational settings, offering practical strategies for mental health professionals to recognize, engage, and sustain allyship as an ethical responsibility. Participants will define allyship, examine barriers and opportunities, and learn actionable tools for advocacy that supports clients, colleagues, and communities.

Target Audience

This activity is intended for psychologists, social workers, counselors, and other mental health professionals. 

Learning Objectives

At the conclusion of this activity, attendees will be able to:

  • Define allyship
  • Identify ethical considerations that guide allyship in professional practice.
  • Describe the relevance of allyship within clinical and organizational contexts.
  • Recognize barriers to allyship and strategies to overcome them.
  • Apply practical frameworks to implement allyship in daily interactions.