Happy October, Beautiful Goddesses – past, present, and always,
I don’t know about you, but I absolutely love the fall. The turning of the leaves, the crisp air, the way our energy shifts toward gathering in the collective; it’s everywhere this season. From football games to fall festivals, autumn reminds us of the joy of coming together.
And now, you’ll see that same energy here in our Illuminated Offerings newsletter. Last month, I shared that this monthly email you’ve been receiving has really been a newsletter all along, and now, it finally has a name. This month, I’m expanding the circle even wider by welcoming back our Goddess Alumni, because truly: once a Goddess, always a Goddess.
For Current Goddesses: As always, your monthly supervision calendar is attached. Please continue to send me the dates you’d like to attend, just as you’ve been doing. Alumni will receive special registration links, but for you, the process remains the same.
So, what’s blossoming in our community this month?
Goddesses of Social Work Supervision
Jessica Parker Returns: Jessica is coming back to share her ASWB clinical exam journey! We’ve always joked in supervision that she’s a badass social worker, and now she is literally walking in that energy as Jessica Parker, LICSW. Register here as Alumni
(Current Goddesses: just send me your dates as usual.)
Alisihia’s Graduation Presentation: Alisihia will be graduating from supervision this month. Come support her as she presents:“Beauty and Balance in Social Work: Finding Meaning Amidst Challenges” October 15th at 6:00 pm CST
(Current Goddesses: send me your dates to confirm attendance.)
ASWB Study Group ~ Open to All October 18th at 10:00 am CST
Whether you’re a current Goddess preparing for the exam or an alumna who hasn’t yet taken it, this is a space designed to support you. Together, we’ll share strategies, study tools, and encouragement, because the licensure journey is challenging, but you don’t have to walk it alone. Register here
Crysta & Tanessa Step Into Facilitation. With graduation next month, both Crysta and Tanessa will be facilitating sessions in October. Check the attached calendar for dates and come support them as they grow in their facilitation skills.
Looking ahead: November 5th at 6:00 pm CST — Crysta will present “Charting Your Path in Macro Social Work: Roles, Tools, and Tips.”
Alumni Spotlight
This month, we celebrate Jamie, who just launched a brand-new program at Shelby County Jail and was featured on the local news! I’ll never forget when Jamie nearly begged me not to make her present during supervision because she was nervous about public speaking. And now? She’s glowing on camera, sharing her vision with the community.
Watch her shine here: WBRC News: Shelby County Sheriff’s Office Ignite Program
Alumni, want to be featured in the next spotlight? Share your wins here: Submit Your Goddess Wins
Sharing your win is simple: click the link, fill in a few quick details, and check the box that says “I’m ready to shine!” That’s it! Your story will be added to our Alumni Spotlight queue so the community can celebrate with you.
From the Podcast
The latest episode of the Goddesses of Social Work Podcast is live! Episode 93: Blessing the Human Family: Iuri Melo on Hope and Healing Through Social Work
Iuri shares a message of hope and healing for our profession, reminding us of the sacredness of this work. Listen here on Spotify
Reminders & Resources
Register for the Remember Me Event November 1st | 9:00 am – 2:00 pm CST.
At this daylong gathering, we’ll watch the documentary Remember Me, join in panels, connect with resources, and close with a sound bowl experience. Free CEUs will be provided. Don’t miss it — Register here.
Book Club Returns Next meeting: January 17, 2026Book: 107 Days by Kamala Harris(Crysta and I both started reading it this weekend ~ it’s so good already, I can’t wait to discuss it together!)
Employment Updates: Current Goddesses ~ if your employment has changed (different from the one we submitted to the Board), please let me know.
Join Our Circle: Have you joined the Goddesses of Social Work Circle yet? This space was created to keep our lineage connected ~ for sharing wins, engaging in book club threads, accessing CEU recordings, and more. Join the Circle
With gratitude and excitement, Renita
