AASW Life Membership

AASW Life Membership

AASW Life Membership: Recognising outstanding contributions to the Australian Association of Social Workers

Life Membership is one of the Association’s highest honours. It recognises members who have made an outstanding and sustained direct contribution to the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW).

Contributions may include leadership, policy development, advocacy, branch activities, practice groups, officeholder roles, committee involvement or other activities that have directly contributed to the ongoing development, success, effectiveness or advocacy of the AASW.

Over the AASW’s 80-year history, 67 exceptional members have been honoured with Life Membership for their contributions that have strengthened the AASW, supported its members, and helped shape its future.

If you know someone who has made a significant contribution to the AASW, nominate them for AASW Life Membership in 2026.

Download nomination form

How to nominate

Download the above nomination form and complete all sections. Email your completed form to [email protected] before nominations close Monday 21 September 2026 5:00pm AEST.

To be eligible for AASW Life Membership, the nominee needs to meet all of the following criteria:

  • Be a current financial member of the AASW.
  • Be of good standing with the AASW.
  • Have made a significant and sustained direct contribution to the AASW through leadership, policy development, advocacy, branch activities, practice groups, officeholder roles, committee involvement or other activities that have directly contributed to the ongoing development, success, effectiveness or advocacy of the AASW.

The form is to be completed by the nominator. Before submitting the nomination, please ensure you have:

  • confirmed the nominee meets the eligibility criteria
  • completed all sections of this nomination form
  • attached relevant supporting documentation.


Where possible, the nominator is encouraged to consult with the nominee and others familiar with the nominee’s contribution to ensure the information provided is accurate and complete.

The information provided in this nomination forms the basis of the Board’s assessment. Please provide as much relevant information and supporting evidence as possible.