Practice & Networking Groups
Practice and Networking Groups
The AASW supports a number of Practice Groups in each state/territory which focus on specific areas or methods of social work practice. These Practice Groups facilitate collegial support and information-sharing among social workers and provide opportunities for professional development. Practice Groups operate at the Branch level and meet via Zoom or in person. They are primarily for members within the relevant Branch, although members from other states/territories can participate.
Networking Groups are also run by AASW Branches. These groups also meet via Zoom or in person, and may be based on an area of professional interest, specific geographical location, or other practice-related purpose.
Visit your branch page to find out more about the Practice Groups and Networking Groups available through your branch.
You can also connect with other members 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.
Latest Practice Group Events
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 ...
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, 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, 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 ...
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, ...
05 May '26, 16:00 PM-17:15 PM GMT+10:00
VIC School Social Work Practice Group - 5 May 2026
School SW, Social Work
We welcome professionally qualified social workers employed by schools or school systems, currently or retired, and social work students on ...
06 May '26 - 07 May '26, 08:00 AM-17:00 PM GMT+09:30
2026 Lyra Taylor Social Work Impact Summit & Workshop Package
Supervision
Register here for both the 2026 Lyra Taylor Social Work Impact Summit and the Pre-Summit Workshop at a discounted rate.
06 May '26, 17:30 PM-19:00 PM GMT+09:30
SA Green Practice Group - 6 May 2026
Welcome to the SA Green Social Work Practice Group
07 May '26, 08:00 AM-17:00 PM GMT+09:30
2026 Lyra Taylor Social Work Impact Summit (Adelaide)
Supervision
Supervision for Tomorrow: Innovation, Impact, Integrity
07 May '26, 11:00 AM-12:00 PM GMT+08:00
WA Kimberley Social Work Network Meeting - 7 May 2026
Social Work
Join social workers and students from across the Kimberley for our monthly networking meeting.
📅 24 Apr '26, 08:30 AM - 11:30 AM
SA Christians in Social Work Networking Meeting - 24 Apr 2026
Join the SA Christians in Social Work Networking Group for an evening of connection, discussion and learning as…
📅 29 Apr '26, 09:30 AM - 10:30 AM
2026 Mentoring Program Orientation and Welcome Webinar 29 Apr 2026- ONLY FOR MENTORING PROGRAM PARTICIPANTS
Welcome webinar for 2026 Mentoring Program participants
📅 30 Apr '26, 07:30 AM - 09:30 AM
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, 02:30 AM - 05:30 AM
NSW LGBTQIA+ Practice Group: Networking Meet and Greet - 3 May 26
Join the NSW LGBTQIA+ Practice Group as they host a networking meet and greet.
📅 04 May '26, 07:30 AM - 08:00 AM
NQLD Meet the BMC - 4 May 2026
Come along & meet the NQLD BMC, share your ideas & collaborate on how we can build and…
📅 04 May '26, 08:00 AM - 10:00 AM
NSW Newcastle Networking Group Meeting - 4 May 2026
Join fellow social workers in the Newcastle area for an informal gathering of connection and conversation. Come along,…
📅 05 May '26, 06:00 AM - 07:15 AM
VIC School Social Work Practice Group - 5 May 2026
We welcome professionally qualified social workers employed by schools or school systems, currently or retired, and social work…
📅 06 May '26, 08:00 AM - 09:30 AM
SA Green Practice Group - 6 May 2026
Welcome to the SA Green Social Work Practice Group
📅 05 May '26, 10:30 PM - 07:30 AM
2026 Lyra Taylor Social Work Impact Summit & Workshop Package
Register here for both the 2026 Lyra Taylor Social Work Impact Summit and the Pre-Summit Workshop at a…
📅 06 May '26, 10:30 PM - 07:30 AM
2026 Lyra Taylor Social Work Impact Summit (Adelaide)
Supervision for Tomorrow: Innovation, Impact, Integrity
📅 07 May '26, 03:00 AM - 04:00 AM
WA Kimberley Social Work Network Meeting - 7 May 2026
Join social workers and students from across the Kimberley for our monthly networking meeting.
📅 11 May '26, 07:30 AM - 09:00 AM
QLD Private Practice Group - 11 May 2026
Join the QLD Private Practice Social Work Group and connect with AASW members working in or exploring private…