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

VIC Social Work History Practice Group Walking Tour - 12 Oct 26 • Participation in practice group

📅 12 Oct '26, 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

VIC Social Work History Practice Group Walking Tour - 12 Oct 26

Join social worker and historian Jane Miller for a fascinating guided walking tour exploring the places that shaped…

NSW Social Workers in Private Practice - 12 Oct 2026 • Participation in practice group

📅 12 Oct '26, 07:00 PM - 08:30 PM

NSW Social Workers in Private Practice - 12 Oct 2026

Join the Social Workers in Private Practice Practice Group for their October meeting.

Meet the Employer - 13 October 2026 • Presentation

📅 13 Oct '26, 02:30 PM - 05:00 PM

Meet the Employer - 13 October 2026

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

ACT Anti-racist Social Work Practice Group 14 Oct 26 • Participation in practice group

📅 14 Oct '26, 05:30 PM - 07:30 PM

ACT Anti-racist Social Work Practice Group 14 Oct 26

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

Mentor Networking Evening 14 Oct 2026 - ONLY FOR MENTORING PROGRAM PARTICIPANTS • Professional networking

📅 14 Oct '26, 07:30 PM - 08:45 PM

Mentor Networking Evening 14 Oct 2026 - ONLY FOR MENTORING PROGRAM PARTICIPANTS

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

Meet the Candidates for AASW Board Positions 2026 • AASW special event (eg. AGM, awards)

📅 14 Oct '26, 05:00 PM - 07:00 PM

Meet the Candidates for AASW Board Positions 2026

The AASW invites you to attend the Meet the Candidates for AASW Board Positions 2026 which will take…

Day in the Life: critical reflective supervision for medical and allied health practitioners 14 Oct 26 • Presentation

📅 14 Oct '26, 01:30 PM - 02:30 PM

Day in the Life: critical reflective supervision for medical and allied health practitioners 14 Oct 26

Join us for an insightful “Day in the Life” webinar exploring reflective practice, professional humility, and cross-disciplinary learning…

VIC Members Networking Event - Come & Meet the Board, CEO and VIC BMC • Professional networking

📅 16 Oct '26, 05:30 PM - 06:30 PM

VIC Members Networking Event - Come & Meet the Board, CEO and VIC BMC

Come along and join us in Melbourne for a relaxed opportunity to meet the AASW Board, CEO and…

SA Branch Annual Members Meeting 2026 • AASW special event (eg. AGM, awards)

📅 20 Oct '26, 06:30 PM - 07:30 PM

SA Branch Annual Members Meeting 2026

Join us for the SA Branch Annual Members Meeting 2026.

WA Social Workers in Disability Practice Group - 20 Oct 2026 • Participation in practice group

📅 20 Oct '26, 08:00 PM - 10:30 PM

WA Social Workers in Disability Practice Group - 20 Oct 2026

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

SA Port Lincoln Networking Group - 20 Oct 2026 • Professional networking

📅 20 Oct '26, 09:30 AM - 11:00 AM

SA Port Lincoln Networking Group - 20 Oct 2026

All social workers in Port Lincoln and surrounds are welcome to join this networking group meeting.

QLD Brisbane NDIS Practice Group - 21 Oct 26 • Participation in practice group

📅 21 Oct '26, 06:00 PM - 07:00 PM

QLD Brisbane NDIS Practice Group - 21 Oct 26

Welcome to the Brisbane NDIS Practice Group