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community of more than 17,000 social work professionals.
About AASW
The Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW) is the professional body for social workers in Australia. As well as representing and supporting social workers in their essential work, we set the benchmarks for professional education and practice in social work.
Events
Transform Your Team - 4 Steps ...
09 Oct 2024 | 10:30 AM-12:00 PM [GMT+11]
1.5 hrs
Supervision
Participants will explore the four team performance zones and gain practical strategies to navigate toward the Achievement Zone.
Thriving Beyond Neurotypical: Fostering Inclusion ...
10 Oct 2024 | 10:30 AM-12:00 PM [GMT+11]
1.5 hrs
Clinical SW, Mental Health
Join us to learn how to utilize your skills to create safe and therapeutic environments and adjustments for Neurodivergent adults.
Think ahead - How to ...
14 Oct 2024 | 10:30 AM-12:00 PM [GMT+11]
1.5 hrs
Social Work
Join our webinar to refine, reflect, and reconsider best practices in your career. Get practical, no-gatekeeping advice and essential road ...
Inclusive Education - Embracing Neurodiversity ...
17 Oct 2024 | 10:30 AM-12:00 PM [GMT+11]
1.5 hrs
Clinical SW, Mental Health
Join us in a webinar on Neurodivergence, respecting unique needs. Learn how Social Workers support Neurodivergent youth in schools, using ...
Resilience and Resistance , A Strengths-Based ...
18 Oct 2024 | 10:00 AM-11:30 AM [GMT+11]
1.5 hrs
LGBTQIA+, Mental Health
Join us in this webinar that challenges the prevalent deficit-based narratives about transgender communities, prevalent even in LGBTQIA+ training.
Diverse Schools, Inclusive Futures: LGBTQI+ ...
29 Oct 2024 - 30 Oct 2024 | 14:00 PM-12:00 PM [GMT+11]
3.0 hrs
Mental Health, School SW
Join us for an enlightening two-part webinar that explores the broader topic of difference and diversity from a LGBTQI+ lens.
EMDR Level 1- 28 & 29 November 2024
28 Nov 2024 - 29 Nov 2024 | 08:45 AM-17:00 PM [GMT+11]
21.5 hrs
Clinical SW, Mental Health
Eye Movement Desensitisation Reprocessing (EMDR) Therapy is a Focussed Psychological Strategy. (Blended program)
Beyond Disappearance - Enhancing Support ...
03 Dec 2024 | 10:30 AM-12:00 PM [GMT+11]
1.5 hrs
Mental Health
Did you know that more than 50000 reports are made each year to Australian Police about a missing person, consider the ...
Understanding Psychoeducation - Strengthening Mental ...
11 Feb 2025 | 10:00 AM-11:30 AM [GMT+11]
1.5 hrs
Mental Health
Over 40% of Australians experience a mental disorder at some time in their life (ABS, 2022). Psychoeducation describes a range of interventions ...
Updates
AASW Life Membership
Recognising exceptional members
Thanks to the contributions of so many outstanding members over the past 78 years, the AASW has grown from 400 members to become the peak professional body for social workers in Australia, now representing over 17,000 members. The AASW recognises these extraordinary efforts by awarding Life Membership. This honour is bestowed on members who have made significant, direct contributions to the AASW, whether through policy development, practice groups, officeholder roles, or other vital activities that have advanced the Association’s development, success, and advocacy.
During this time, 55 exceptional members have been honoured with Life Membership, exemplifying the best of the Association’s values through their demonstrated practice and accomplishments.
We are proud to continue this tradition of recognising our most exceptional members. If you know someone who has made a significant and sustained contribution to the AASW, we encourage you to consider nominating them for AASW Life Membership in 2024.
AASW National Excellence Awards 2024
Celebrating the best of the Social Work profession
Nominations are now open for the 2024 AASW National Excellence Awards! These Awards recognise outstanding social workers, researchers and students who exemplify the best of the profession’s values, achievements and accomplishments.
We are now seeking nominations from AASW Members in the following categories:
- AASW Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander of the Year
- AASW Social Worker of the Year
- AASW Social Work Researcher of the Year
- AASW Social Work Student of the Year
Social Work Focus winter edition!
Professional Identity: Defining and Strengthening Our Social Work Community
In this edition, we delve into the powerful theme of Professional Identity. Discover how our collective story as social workers binds us and our practice together.
Formal Recognition for Your Skills!
Credentials are crucial as they provide formal recognition of skills and experience, signaling a social worker’s expertise to employers, clients, and the community.
Our new Credentials Guide offers all the details, tips, and tricks you need to apply for an AASW credential and understand its benefits.
10th ICSWHMH
The 10th International Conference on Social Work in Health and Mental Health (ICSWHMH) is making its long-awaited return to Melbourne after 27 years!
The conference will take place in Melbourne from 19 – 22 November 2024.
Joined by 550+ delegates from across the world, the conference will feature keynote presentations from Dr Cindy Blackstock (Canada), A/Professor Heather Boetto (Australia), and Dr Michael Ungar (Canada), as well as international panels on hospital social work and the intersection of health and mental health.
CPD and Events
Access on-demand content, live workshops and events at up to 50% discount as a member
Credentials
Be recognised for your skills and experience in your field with an AASW credential.
Horizon Career Centre
Explore our dedicated jobs website for social workers.