Branch – NT
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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.
Nomination requirements
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.
Selection criteria
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
Upcoming Events
31 Oct '26, 1:00 PM - 4:30 PM
NT Branch Social Workers' Saturday Afternoon - 31 Oct 26
Join us for a 'Social Workers' Saturday Afternoon' October 31st 2.30-6.00pm Darwin in-person only, three-in-one event
31 Oct '26, 5:15 PM - 6:00 PM
NT Branch Annual Members Meeting 2026
Social Work
Join us for the NT Branch Annual Members Meeting 2026.
02 Nov '26, 7:30 PM - 8:30 PM
2026 Mentoring Program Conclusion Webinar 2 Nov 2026 - ONLY FOR MENTORING PROGRAM ...
Social Work
Conclusion webinar for the 2026 AASW Mentoring Program
16 Nov '26, 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Social Worker Leaders Celebrating Excellence - 16 Nov 26
The AASW is excited to present the latest webinar in our PhD series, showcasing the work and ideas of AASW ...
27 Nov '26, 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
Day in the Life: Nervous System-Centered and Trauma-Informed Therapy & Training 27 ...
Join us for an insightful “Day in the Life” webinar exploring Nervous System-Centered and Trauma-Informed Therapy & Training
Contact us
Branch Services Coordinator
Phone: 03 9320 1000 or 1800 630 124 (toll free alternative)
E-mail: Click here