Practice Groups
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 |
| 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 |
15 Apr '26 - 22 Apr '26, 10:00 AM-13:30 PM GMT+10:00
Facilitating Group Supervision – April 2026
Management & Leadership, Supervision
This virtual workshop series equips participants with the skills, knowledge, and ethical understanding needed to effectively facilitate and manage group ...
21 Apr '26, 10:00 AM-13:00 PM GMT+10:00
'Practising Presence' in the Face of Global Suffering - April 2026
Mental Health
As Social Workers we are increasingly tasked with finding a way to bear witness in our practice, not only to ...
21 Apr '26, 10:00 AM-13:30 PM GMT+10:00
Blooming Well - Applying Therapeutic Horticulture to Enhance Client Outcomes (...
Clinical SW, Mental Health
A workshop introducing Therapeutic Horticulture and how nature-based activities enhance therapeutic practice. Learn practical TH techniques, skills training, and reflective ...
21 Apr '26, 17:00 PM-18:30 PM GMT+08:00
WA Social Workers in Disability Practice Group - 21 Apr 2026
Disability, Social Work
Come and connect with fellow Social Workers who work in the disability sector and/or with the NDIS, whether in ...
23 Apr '26, 10:00 AM-13:30 PM GMT+10:00
Family Violence Risk Assessment - Identifying Coercive Control and Enhancing ...
Family & Domestic Violence
Join our workshop to enhance your skills in coercive control, risk assessment, and safety planning
24 Apr '26, 18:00 PM-21:00 PM GMT+09:30
SA Christians in Social Work Networking Meeting - 24 Apr 2026
Social Work
Join the SA Christians in Social Work Networking Group for an evening of connection, discussion and learning as we explore ...
29 Apr '26, 19:30 PM-20:30 PM GMT+10:00
2026 Mentoring Program Orientation and Welcome Webinar 29 Apr 2026- ONLY FOR ...
Social Work
Welcome webinar for 2026 Mentoring Program participants
30 Apr '26 - 07 May '26, 10:00 AM-13:30 PM GMT+10:00
Betting on Balance - Understanding and Overcoming Gambling Addiction
Mental Health
Australians lose more on gambling than any other nation—roughly $25 billion every year, and the clients in your caseload are ...
30 Apr '26, 17:30 PM-19:30 PM GMT+10:00
Sunshine Coast Social Work Practice Group - 30 April 26
Come along and connect with fellow social workers at the Sunshine Coast Practice Group’s upcoming meeting.
03 May '26, 12:30 PM-15:30 PM GMT+10:00
NSW LGBTQIA+ Practice Group: Networking Meet and Greet - 3 May 26
LGBTQIA+
Join the NSW LGBTQIA+ Practice Group as they host a networking meet and greet.
04 May '26, 18:00 PM-20:00 PM GMT+10:00
NSW Newcastle Networking Group Meeting - 4 May 2026
Social Work
Join fellow social workers in the Newcastle area for an informal gathering of connection and conversation. Come along, say hello, ...
04 May '26, 17:30 PM-18:00 PM GMT+10:00
NQLD Meet the BMC - 4 May 2026
Social Work
Come along & meet the NQLD BMC, share your ideas & collaborate on how we can build and support the NQLD social ...
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