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
22 Jun '26, 19:00 PM-20:00 PM GMT+10:00
Mentor Networking Evening 22 Jun 2026 - ONLY FOR MENTORING PROGRAM PARTICIPANTS
Social Work
For participants in the 2026 AASW Mentoring Program providing mentoring to a mentee.
02 Jul '26, 11:00 AM-12:00 PM GMT+08:00
WA Kimberley Social Work Network Meeting - 2 Jul 2026
Social Work
Join social workers and students from across the Kimberley for our monthly networking meeting.
06 Jul '26, 17:30 PM-18:00 PM GMT+10:00
NQLD Meet the BMC - 6 Jul 2026
Social Work
Come along & meet the NQLD BMC, share your ideas & collaborate on how we can build and support the NQLD social ...
08 Jul '26, 18:30 PM-20:00 PM GMT+10:00
QLD Clinical Mental Health Practice Group - 8 Jul 2026
Join the Clinical and Mental Health Practice Group for their July 2026 meeting.
13 Jul '26, 17:30 PM-19:00 PM GMT+10:00
QLD Private Practice Group - 13 Jul 2026
Private Practice
Join the QLD Private Practice Social Work Group and connect with AASW members working in or exploring private practice, supporting ...
15 Jul '26, 07:30 AM-08:30 AM GMT+10:00
NQLD Townsville Networking Breakfast - 15 Jul 2026
Social Work
Open to all social workers, AASW members and non-members
23 Jul '26, 17:30 PM-19:30 PM GMT+09:30
SA Inner Western Networking Group - 23 Jul 2026
Social Work
This networking group is a casual event where social workers, student social workers and colleagues are welcome to attend.
28 Jul '26, 18:30 PM-20:00 PM GMT+10:00
VIC Social Work Yoga and Mindfulness Practice Group - 28 Jul 2026
Mental Health, Social Work
The purpose of the group is to build skills, and knowledge, and to provide a forum for discussing the social ...
03 Aug '26, 17:30 PM-18:00 PM GMT+10:00
NQLD Meet the BMC - 3 Aug 2026
Social Work
Come along & meet the NQLD BMC, share your ideas & collaborate on how we can build and support the NQLD social ...
03 Aug '26, 19:00 PM-20:30 PM GMT+10:00
NSW Social Workers in Private Practice - 3 Aug 2026
Private Practice
Join the Social Workers in Private Practice Practice Group for their August meeting.
04 Aug '26, 18:00 PM-20:00 PM GMT+09:30
SA Adelaide Southern Networking Group - 4 Aug 2026
Social Work
Open to all social workers living or working in the Southern Adelaide metropolitan area.
04 Aug '26, 16:00 PM-17:15 PM GMT+10:00
VIC School Social Work Practice Group - 4 Aug 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 ...
📅 24 Jun '26, 02:00 AM - 03:00 AM
Sharing Information with Family Court Lawyers and ICLs – No is a Complete Sentence
A discussion on the requirements and potential pitfalls of going on affidavit. Privacy concerns, protected confidences, potential waiver…
📅 24 Jun '26, 07:30 AM - 09:00 AM
SA Port Lincoln Networking Group - 24 Jun 2026
All social workers in Port Lincoln and surrounds are welcome to join this networking group meeting.
📅 25 Jun '26, 07:00 AM - 09:00 AM
SA School Social Work Networking Group - 25 Jun 26
A supportive networking space for social workers working in schools to connect, share resources, and grow professional relationships.
📅 25 Jun '26, 04:30 AM - 07:00 AM
Meet the Employer - 25 June 2026
Calling all social work students, and graduates, this is your opportunity to hear from a selection of Australia’s…
📅 25 Jun '26, 07:30 AM - 09:30 AM
Sunshine Coast Social Work Practice Group - 25 Jun 26
Please join us for an informal social networking opportunity with Sunshine Coast Social Workers to get to know…
📅 01 Jul '26, 07:30 AM - 09:00 AM
SA Green Practice Group - 1 July 2026
Welcome to the SA Green Social Work Practice Group
📅 01 Jul '26, 08:00 AM - 10:00 AM
NSW Newcastle Networking Group Meeting - 1 Jul 2026
Join fellow social workers in the Newcastle area for an informal gathering of connection and conversation. Come along,…
📅 01 Jul '26, 08:30 AM - 10:00 AM
VIC Critical Social Work Practice Group - 1 Jul 26
This initial meeting is being held for introductions of members and to begin shaping the practice group.
📅 02 Jul '26, 03:00 AM - 04:00 AM
WA Kimberley Social Work Network Meeting - 2 Jul 2026
Join social workers and students from across the Kimberley for our monthly networking meeting.
📅 06 Jul '26, 07:30 AM - 08:00 AM
NQLD Meet the BMC - 6 Jul 2026
Come along & meet the NQLD BMC, share your ideas & collaborate on how we can build and…
📅 05 Jul '26, 11:30 PM - 02:30 AM
SA Let’s Talk – 50 Years of Deadly – NAIDOC Week Event
Join us for South Australia’s AASW NAIDOC Morning Tea event, 50 Years of Deadly, as we acknowledge and…
📅 08 Jul '26, 08:30 AM - 10:00 AM
QLD Clinical Mental Health Practice Group - 8 Jul 2026
Join the Clinical and Mental Health Practice Group for their July 2026 meeting.