Registration is open for **Strengthening the Circle: An Indigenous Symposium on Human Trafficking, Safety & Community Response**.

Join NASW South Dakota on **Thursday, October 8** at the **Best Western Ramkota in Rapid City** for a full day of learning, connection, and meaningful conversation.

This hands-on, immersive symposium will center **Indigenous voices, community knowledge, and culturally responsive practices** as we explore the realities of human trafficking in Indigenous communities and the role we can all play in prevention, response, advocacy, and healing.

Together, we’ll discuss:
• Human trafficking and exploitation
• Trauma and service gaps
• Survivor-centered approaches
• Prevention and advocacy
• Building stronger systems of community support

**8 CEUs available**
Thursday, October 8
7:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Best Western Ramkota | Rapid City, SD

Designed for social workers, students, educators, caseworkers, Tribal professionals, and community partners.

Register today: https://events.humanitix.com/2026-nasw-sd-west-river-conference-walking-together