Branch – NSW

Branch – NSW

The NSW Branch is supported by a Branch Management Committee elected by the Branch membership.

The Branch’s key role is to provide local support for AASW members through a range of activities that enable members to network, develop practice skills and organise around social justice issues.

Meet your Branch Management Committee

Future-Proofing Social Work: Tackling Workforce Challenges and Upskilling for Tomorrow Event

Our ‘Future-proofing social work: tackling workforce challenges and upskilling for tomorrow’ event took place in Sydney last week. Chaired by Carolyn Cousins and featuring a panel of experienced social work leaders, attendees gained insights into workforce challenges, policy and systemic change, and how to meet the demands of a changing professional landscape. Highlights from the conversation include:
“There is stiff competition for highly skilled social workers that all employers are competing for.”
– Panellist Rachel Wolfe on the challenges of recruitment and retention
“There’s a risk of engaging with [AI], there’s a risk of not engaging with it because it’s still emerging.”
– Panellist Michael Austin on the role of AI in social work settings
Thank you to our panellists – Cindy Smith, Michael Austin, Niko Milić and Rachel Wolfe – for their insightful contributions, to our host Ben Chapman, and to all attendees for their enthusiasm and engagement. A recording of the panel discussion is now available on MyAASW for member access.

Call for Abstract Submissions - NSW Social Workers in Brain Injury Forum

A call for abstract submission for the upcoming Social Work in Brain Injury practice group Seminar. This event is an opportunity for clinicians, researchers, and students to come together and share the latest research, innovative ideas and best practice in social work and brain injury. Our focus areas for presentations are:

  • Ageing and Brain Injury
  • Parenting after TBI and working with child relatives
  • NDIS and Brain Injury
  • Artificial Intelligence and its role in Social Work

This is an excellent opportunity to present your work to an engaged audience, build your professional network and contribute to the advancement of social work practice in brain injury settings across Australia.

The deadline for submission of abstracts is 11.59pm Friday 25 July 2025 to the SWIBI convenors.

Aged Care Practice Group

The NSW Aged Care Practice Group is seeking a new Convenor and 4 additional core members. If you are potentially interested in being involved on the Practice Group as a core member or being the Convenor (for these you must be an AASW member) please reach out to Branch Services for more information.

We would also like to thank the outgoing Convenor, Annabelle Bains for her hard work and commitment to the role.

QLD Gold Coast Practice Group 29 ... Participation in practice group

29 Jul '25, 18:00 PM-19:30 PM GMT+10:00

QLD Gold Coast Practice Group 29 Jul 25

Social Work

Connection. Support. Growth. Join fellow social workers on the Gold Coast for a relaxed evening of connection and collaboration. Everyone’...

Register 1.5 hrs
WA Disability Practice Group Participation in practice group

29 Jul '25, 18:00 PM-19:30 PM GMT+08:00

WA Disability Practice Group

Disability, Social Work

Come and join fellow Social Workers working in the disability field and/or with NDIS in their agency or private ...

Register 1.5 hrs
Day in the Life: Working ... Presentation

30 Jul '25, 12:30 PM-13:30 PM GMT+10:00

Day in the Life: Working with Older Persons 30 Jul 25

Aged Care / Older Persons

Join us for this engaging and informative webinar offering valuable insights into a growing and meaningful area of social work.

Register 1 hr
QLD Clinical and Mental Health ... Participation in practice group

30 Jul '25, 17:30 PM-19:00 PM GMT+10:00

QLD Clinical and Mental Health Practice Group 30 Jul 25

Clinical SW, Social Work

Join the Clinical and Mental Health Practice Group for their July meeting.

Register 1.5 hrs
NSW Brain Injury Social Work ... Participation in practice group

06 Aug '25, 14:00 PM-16:00 PM GMT+10:00

NSW Brain Injury Social Work Practice Group 6 Aug 25

Disability, Health, Social Work

An opportunity for Social Workers in Brain Injury to meet for clinical support, case discussion and ethical discussion.

Register 2 hrs
SA School Social Work Networking ... Professional networking

06 Aug '25, 17:00 PM-19:00 PM GMT+09:30

SA School Social Work Networking Meeting 6 Aug 25

School SW

This is a networking meeting for any social workers working in schools to share resources and develop connections.

Register 2 hrs
NT Private Practice Group Meeting 7 ... Participation in practice group

07 Aug '25, 17:00 PM-18:30 PM GMT+09:30

NT Private Practice Group Meeting 7 Aug 25

Join the NT Social Workers in Private Practice Group for their meeting with presenter Vanesha Knights.

Register 1.5 hrs
SA Social Work Connect and ... Professional networking

07 Aug '25, 17:30 PM-19:30 PM GMT+09:30

SA Social Work Connect and Collaborate

Social Work

Join fellow social workers and community professionals for an informal evening of social work connection and conversation in the heart ...

Register 2 hrs
Integrating Social Work in General ... Presentation

07 Aug '25, 16:00 PM-18:00 PM GMT+10:00

Integrating Social Work in General Practice Settings 7 Aug 25

Health - Primary & Community, Social Work

Don’t miss this exciting opportunity to engage with leading experts and practitioners as they discuss the growing role of ...

Register 2 hrs
NSW Newcastle Networking Group Meeting 11 ... Professional networking

11 Aug '25, 18:00 PM-19:00 PM GMT+10:00

NSW Newcastle Networking Group Meeting 11 Aug 25

Join fellow social workers in the Newcastle area for an informal gathering of connection and conversation. This is our first ...

Register 1 hr
NSW Private Practice Group 11 Aug 25 Participation in practice group

11 Aug '25, 19:00 PM-20:30 PM GMT+10:00

NSW Private Practice Group 11 Aug 25

Join the NSW Practice Group for their August meeting, where members will take the spotlight to showcase their business initiatives, ...

Register 1.5 hrs
TAS NDIS Practice Group 12 Aug 25 Participation in practice group

12 Aug '25, 19:00 PM-20:30 PM GMT+10:00

TAS NDIS Practice Group 12 Aug 25

The purpose of the TAS NDIS Practice Group is to provide a space for social workers who work in or ...

Register 1.5 hrs
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