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

ACT Anti-racist Social Work Practice Group 5 Aug 26 • Participation in practice group

📅 05 Aug '26, 07:30 AM - 09:30 AM

ACT Anti-racist Social Work Practice Group 5 Aug 26

The Anti-racist Social Work Practice Group is a collaborative learning space for AASW members committed to dismantling structural…

NSW Newcastle Networking Group Meeting - 5 Aug 26 • Professional networking

📅 05 Aug '26, 08:00 AM - 10:00 AM

NSW Newcastle Networking Group Meeting - 5 Aug 26

Join fellow social workers in the Newcastle area for an informal gathering of connection and conversation. Come along,…

WA Kimberley Social Work Network Meeting - 6 Aug 2026 • Professional networking

📅 06 Aug '26, 03:00 AM - 04:00 AM

WA Kimberley Social Work Network Meeting - 6 Aug 2026

Join social workers and students from across the Kimberley for our monthly networking meeting.

WA Wheatbelt and Remote Social Work Practice Group - 8 Aug 2026 • Participation in practice group

📅 08 Aug '26, 02:00 AM - 03:30 AM

WA Wheatbelt and Remote Social Work Practice Group - 8 Aug 2026

Join our practice group meeting open to all social workers in the WA Wheatbelt and working in remote…

Mentee Networking Evening 11 Aug 2026 - ONLY FOR MENTORING PROGRAM PARTICIPANTS • Professional networking

📅 11 Aug '26, 09:00 AM - 10:15 AM

Mentee Networking Evening 11 Aug 2026 - ONLY FOR MENTORING PROGRAM PARTICIPANTS

For participants in the 2026 AASW Mentoring Program receiving mentoring.

NSW Social Work in Southern Highlands - 13 Aug 26 • Participation in practice group

📅 13 Aug '26, 08:00 AM - 10:00 AM

NSW Social Work in Southern Highlands - 13 Aug 26

Join SW In the Southern Highlands practice group (SWISH) for their August Practice Group meeting

SA Private Practice Online Networking Group Meeting - 13 Aug 2026 • Professional networking

📅 13 Aug '26, 08:30 AM - 10:30 AM

SA Private Practice Online Networking Group Meeting - 13 Aug 2026

Open to all social workers working or interested in private practice in the Adelaide metropolitan area.

Mentor Networking Evening 18 Aug 2026 - ONLY FOR MENTORING PROGRAM PARTICIPANTS • Professional networking

📅 18 Aug '26, 09:00 AM - 10:15 AM

Mentor Networking Evening 18 Aug 2026 - ONLY FOR MENTORING PROGRAM PARTICIPANTS

For participants in the 2026 AASW Mentoring Program providing mentoring to a mentee.

Day in the Life: balancing business, trauma and sitting on various state and national advisory panels 18 Aug 26 • Presentation

📅 18 Aug '26, 03:30 AM - 04:30 AM

Day in the Life: balancing business, trauma and sitting on various state and national advisory panels 18 Aug 26

Join us for an insightful “Day in the Life” webinar to hear insights from an experienced practitioner working…

WA Social Workers in Disability Practice Group - 18 Aug 2026 • Participation in practice group

📅 18 Aug '26, 09:00 AM - 10:30 AM

WA Social Workers in Disability Practice Group - 18 Aug 2026

Come and connect with fellow Social Workers who work in the disability sector and/or with the NDIS, whether…

QLD Brisbane NDIS Practice Group - 19 Aug 26 • Participation in practice group

📅 19 Aug '26, 08:00 AM - 09:00 AM

QLD Brisbane NDIS Practice Group - 19 Aug 26

Welcome to the Brisbane NDIS Practice Group

Meet the Employer - 19 August 2026 • Presentation

📅 19 Aug '26, 04:30 AM - 07:00 AM

Meet the Employer - 19 August 2026

Calling all social work students, and graduates, this is your opportunity to hear from a selection of Australia’s…