Updates
Register now for the next Celebrating Excellence PhD Webinar
Are you currently, or thinking of becoming, a PhD student? Join us for the next Celebrating Excellence PhD Webinar on 18 June. This webinar is free for AASW members.
AASW English Language Policy updates
The AASW will be undertaking a review of IELTS. In the interim, we have updated our AASW English Language Policy for migration and employment purposes, effective 20 May 2026. More updates will be shared once available.
Advocacy update – May
Through advocacy, the AASW is leading change, addressing the issues shaping people’s lives and highlighting the impact of social work across Australia. Click below for May’s updates.
Meet the new voice of our membership line recording
When you call us, you’ll hear from AASW’s own Ethics and Professional Standards Officer, Maria – the voice of our recorded messages. Read the article to learn more about her social work background and her role with the AASW.
Upcoming Events
26 May '26, 10:00 AM-13:00 PM GMT+10:00
Across Generations: Practical Tools for Mental Health Conversations in CaLD ...
Mental Health
A 3-hour online workshop giving social workers practical tools to open culturally safe mental-health conversations in CaLD families. Learn to ...
Working With AI in Social Work Practice: Harm, Help, and ...
Disability, Mental Health
Clinical Strategies for Parts Work in EMDR Therapy (FPS-CPD) – June 2026
Clinical SW, Mental Health
Integrating Nervous System Knowledge into Biopsychosocial Assessment and Treatment Planning – ...
Clinical SW, Mental Health
Supervision That Sees Me: Culturally Responsive Supervision for CaLD Social ...
Mental Health, Supervision
The Use of EMDR in Assisting With Neurodiverse Clients (FPS-CPD)
Clinical SW, Family & Domestic Violence, Mental Health
Navigating Ethical Complexities in Mental Health Social Work – August 2026
Clinical SW, Mental Health
Nervous System Regulation – Practical tools for a Sustainable Practice and ...
Clinical SW, Mental Health
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