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Practice Groups are run by AASW Branches. These groups meet online or in person, and may be based on an area of professional interest, specific geographical location, or other practice-related purposes.
Practice Groups are formally recognised as groups of social work professionals with expertise in specific fields and are funded by the AASW to run events.
You can connect with other members online or in person through the less formal Networking Groups or virtually through the growing number of Discussion Groups in the AASW Community Hub, which focus on different areas of practice and career stages in social work. Discussion Groups provide opportunities to connect with other social workers across the country, anytime and from anywhere.
Please contact your Branch President or Branch Services for more information or direct contact details. Alternatively, you can register to attend an upcoming meeting through MyAASW.
Practice Groups by State
| NQLD | Mackay Group | Susan Teder & Valeriya Edsall |
| NSW | Social Work in Brain Injury | Lauren Bannerman & Candice Care-Unger |
| NSW | Northern Rivers | Rosalie Kennedy & Gabrielle Le Bon |
| NSW | Aged Care | Mary Doyle & Leith Cooper |
| NSW | Social Workers in Private Practice | Pamela Seraskeris & Geraldine McKay |
| NSW | Social Work in Mental Health | Janet Lewis & Margy Green |
| NSW | LGBTQIA+ | Jo Breeze |
| NT | Social Workers in Private Practice Group | TBC |
| QLD | Brisbane/Meanjin | Delfina Serrates & Divi Sharma |
| QLD | Gold Coast | Villia Greenslade & Paula Ackers |
| QLD | Clinical and Mental Health | Dr Stephanie Azri |
| QLD | Private Practice | Jayne Jones & Taylor Edwards |
| QLD | Schools Social Work | Gemma Wyer & Lisa Doran |
| QLD | Sunshine Coast | Natalie Sarsfield & Laura Christie |
| QLD | Toowoomba | Ros Darracott & Judith Van Den Brink |
| SA | Green Social Work | Tim Walsh |
| TAS | Social Workers in Private Practice | Alanna Audus & Tamara Laing |
| TAS | NDIS | Ally Smith & Tina Walker |
| VIC | Health Social Workers Directors Group | Karen Todd |
| VIC | School Social Workers including Peer Supervision | Damian Mahoney |
| VIC | Social Work History | Joy Stevens |
| VIC | Social Work Yoga & Mindfulness | Linda Kennedy & Andrew Fitzpatrick |
| VIC | Victorian Mental Health | TBC |
| VIC | Working with Older Persons and people with a Disability | Cassie Tu |
| WA | Social Workers in Disability | Jodyne Greig & Magdalena Flynn |
| WA | School Social Work | Dr Susan Young |
| WA | Wheatbelt (Rural & Remote) | Debra Bates |
12 Jan '26, 17:30 PM-19:00 PM GMT+10:00
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Private Practice
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QLD Clinical Mental Health Practice Group Jan 26
Mental Health
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NSW Newcastle Networking Group Meeting - Feb 2026
Social Work
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Clinical SW, Mental Health
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Perinatal Mental Health in Context - Social Work Approaches to ...
Mental Health
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12 Feb '26 - 02 Apr '26, 10:30 AM-12:30 PM GMT+11:00
Advanced Supervision Program - Commencing on 12 February 2026
Supervision
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12 Feb '26, 18:00 PM-20:00 PM GMT+10:30
SA Private Practice Online Networking Group Meeting Feb 2026
Private Practice
Open to all social workers working or interested in private practice in the Adelaide metropolitan area.
17 Feb '26 - 23 Feb '26, 10:00 AM-13:30 PM GMT+11:00
Introduction to Best Practice for Supervision - February 2026
Supervision
This virtual workshop series will equip you with contemporary knowledge, tools and skills and set you on a clear path ...
19 Feb '26, 18:00 PM-21:00 PM GMT+11:00
Vic Mental Health Social Workers Practice Group - Finale
Mental Health, Social Work
After more than 30 years, the VMHSW practice group is ending. Join us to celebrate all this group has achieved and ...
23 Feb '26 - 27 Mar '26, 08:00 AM-17:00 PM GMT+11:00
AASW Norma Parker NextGen Leadership Program (Melbourne)
Management & Leadership
The AASW Norma Parker NextGen Leadership Program is a 5-week dynamic blend of immersive in-person learning, collaborative group projects and ...
04 Mar '26, 18:30 PM-20:00 PM GMT+10:00
QLD Clinical Mental Health Practice Group - March 2026
Mental Health
Join the Clinical and Mental Health Practice Group for their March 2026 meeting.
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