Branch – NT

The NT Branch is supported by a Branch Management Committee elected by the Branch membership.

The Branch’s key role is to provide local support for AASW members through a range of activities that enable members to network, develop practice skills and organise around social justice issues.

Celebrate outstanding NT social workers

The Mary Moylan Award recognises a Northern Territory social worker whose dedication, heart, and exemplary practice have made a meaningful difference in their field and community.

Through this award we commemorate and celebrate the life and work of Ms Mary Moylan by recognising the dedication and achievement of Northen Territory social workers by selecting a local social worker whose exemplary practice has made a difference in their field of employment.

The selected social worker will be presented with an award and $1,000.

All eligible nominations will be acknowledged at the awards presentation event. Employers are encouraged to nominate.

Nominations close 19 October 2026 – download the form below and nominate today.

How to nominate 

Download and complete the above form, and email it to [email protected] before nominations close 19 October 2026.

Successful nominees must:

  • be eligible for AASW membership
  • work in the Northern Territory.
  • have not been a previous nominee.


The full nomination form must be completed, including a one‑page nomination statement addressing two or more criteria, one referee statement, and nominee agreement. Third party nominations only.

Nominees must address two or more of the following:

1. Outstanding consistent practice

  • Significant contribution to NT social work
  • Well‑regarded by colleagues, clients, and community
  • Models exemplary professional standards


2. Focus on community work

  • Leads or initiates community change
  • Promotes inclusion, wellbeing, and social justice
  • Advocates for access and human rights
  • Creates or delivers innovative community services


3. Focus on the social work profession

  • Provides mentoring or clinical supervision
  • Supports students
  • Leads social work‑specific projects
  • Strengthens the NT social work workforce

Contact us

Branch Services Coordinator

Phone: 03 9320 1000 or 1800 630 124 (toll free alternative)
E-mail: Click here

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