World Social Work Day Events 2026
The theme for this year is ‘Co-Building Hope and Harmony: A Harambee Call to Unite a Divided Society’, which highlights the vital role of social work in bringing people together across communities, cultures, and systems to shape a more inclusive and sustainable tomorrow. It is both a reminder and a challenge: that the only sustainable way forward is through cooperation, solidarity, and co-creation.
The International Federation of Social Workers says: at its heart, social work is a profession rooted in the values of human dignity, social justice, and community participation. These values affirm that no society can thrive when its people are divided or excluded. The theme therefore underscores the urgent need to restore trust and to rebuild bonds of belonging, in fractured communities.
National webinar
World Social Work Day 2026 webinar – ‘Co-Building Hope and Harmony: A Harambee Call to Unite a Divided Society’
Date: 17 March 2026
Time: 6:30-8:00pm AEDT
Location: Online
Description: Join Dr Wilma Peters and our 2025 National Excellence Award Winners as they gather to discuss the World Social Work Day Theme for 2026 ‘Co-Building Hope and Harmony: A Harambee Call to Unite a Divided Society’.
State Based Events
NSW
NSW Branch Rural & Remote World Social Work Day Event
Date: 19 March 2026
Time: 7:00 – 9:00pm AEDT
Location: Online via Zoom
Description: Join the NSW Branch and come together with fellow rural and remote practitioners from across NSW to share experiences, strengthen connections, and celebrate the vital contribution of social workers in supporting resilient communities, in recognition of World Social Work Day and this year’s theme, Co-Building Hope and Harmony.
SA
SA Branch World Social Work Day Breakfast
Date: 17 March 2025
Time: 7:00-9:00am ACST
Location: U City, 43 Franklin Street, Adelaide – Function Room
Description: Join the SA Branch for a special World Social Work Day Breakfast celebrating connection, community, and this year’s theme, Co-Building Hope and Harmony.
We are honoured to welcome Susan Dixon, a proud Kaurna and Narungga woman deeply connected to her communities, who will provide the Welcome to Country and reflect on this year’s World Social Work Day theme. Susan brings more than four decades of voluntary service across Aboriginal boards, organisations, and community sectors, and is widely recognised for her advocacy for social justice, equity, and accessibility. Her many contributions include receiving the 2025 Lifetime Achievement Award from the City of Port Adelaide Enfield and contributing cultural leadership to the Kaurna centre of excellence, Yitpi Yartapuultiku.
Come together with fellow social workers to share breakfast, connection, and inspiration as we celebrate the impact of our profession and the strength of community.
NQLD
NQLD Mackay World Social Work Day Event
Date: 17 March 2025
Time: 6:00-8:00pm AEST
Location: Mackay Central Tavern
Description: Come and join other local social workers for a relaxed get‑together to celebrate World Social Work Day 2026. It’s a great chance to reconnect, meet new people in the field, and chat about this year’s theme: “Cobuilding Hope & Harmony: A Harambee Call to Unite a Divided Society.”
We’ll keep things casual with light catering of shared platters, plenty of conversation, and a warm space to reflect on the work we do and the communities we support.
Whether you’ve been in practice for years or you’re just starting out, you’re welcome.
Come along, unwind after work, and be part of a positive, inspiring evening with the Mackay social work community.