Branch – NT
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The NT 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.
Congratulations to Dr Josephine Lee

A huge congratulations to long-standing AASW NT Branch member Josephine Lee on being awarded an Honorary Doctorate in Social Work by Charles Darwin
University.
Nominated by AASW Life Member Pamela Trotman and supported by students and colleagues, this well-deserved recognition celebrates Josephine’s extraordinary contribution to the social work profession and the Northern Territory community.
We are incredibly proud of Josephine and the profound impact she continues to make. Congratulations on this remarkable achievement.
Watch Josephine’s award presentation and her inspiring acceptance speech via this link:
AASW Member Dr Josephine Lee Honorary Doctorate Acceptance Speech on Vimeo
NAIDOC Week Virtual Fireside Chat with
Dr Josephine Lee & Tim Donovan

Join Dr Josephine Lee and Tim Donovan in a virtual fireside chat as the NT BMC celebrate this year’s NAIDOC week and the theme ” The Next Generation: Strength, Vision & Legacy”.
Join us as Tim Donovan, Accredited Mental Health Social Worker, introduces Dr Josephine Lee, a proud Gudjula woman from North Queensland, for a rich and meaningful conversation exploring this year’s NAIDOC theme: “The Next Generation: Strength, Vision & Legacy”. The session will include time for audience Q&A and will be recorded for those unable to attend live.
For further details, including presenters and registration, please click the link.
📅 Date: Friday, 11 July 2025
🕣 Time: 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM (ACST – Darwin time)
💻 Online: Via Zoom (link will be emailed to registered participants the day before)
BMC Networking Events

Join the NT Branch Management Committee for their 2025 networking events celebrating successes.
This is an opportunity for social workers working in a variety of fields across the Government, Non-Government and Private sectors to come together and share information and resources.
Dates: 19 June, 4 September and 4 December
Time: 5.00 pm – 7.00 pm (ACST)
Venue: The Last Supper Pizzeria, 35 Cavanagh Street, Darwin
For further details and to register, please follow the link.
Contact us
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’...
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 ...
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.
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.
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.
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.
07 Aug '25, 17:00 PM-18:30 PM GMT+09:30
NT Private Practice Group Meeting 7 Aug 25
Private Practice, Social Work
Join the NT Social Workers in Private Practice Group for their meeting with presenter Vanesha Knights.
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 ...
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 ...
11 Aug '25, 18:00 PM-19:00 PM GMT+10:00
NSW Newcastle Networking Group Meeting 11 Aug 25
Social Work
Join fellow social workers in the Newcastle area for an informal gathering of connection and conversation. This is our first ...
11 Aug '25, 19:00 PM-20:30 PM GMT+10:00
NSW Private Practice Group 11 Aug 25
Private Practice, Social Work
Join the NSW Practice Group for their August meeting, where members will take the spotlight to showcase their business initiatives, ...
12 Aug '25, 19:00 PM-20:30 PM GMT+10:00
TAS NDIS Practice Group 12 Aug 25
Disability, Social Work
The purpose of the TAS NDIS Practice Group is to provide a space for social workers who work in or ...
Branch Services Coordinator
Phone: 03 9320 1000 or 1800 630 124 (toll free alternative)
E-mail: Click here