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Live webinar - National registration of social workers: Pushing for change

Don’t miss our update to hear how the AASW is advocating for the critical issue of national registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (Ahpra). We’ve heard you – surveys tell us national registration is a top priority for members.

2025 is our year to push for national registration for social workers.

Editorial Board EOI

Australian Social Work, the AASW’s esteemed journal, is seeking expressions of interest from AASW members for an upcoming Editorial Board vacancy. Board members actively participate in meetings, review manuscripts, and shape editorial policies.

AASW advocacy update

The AASW is committed to driving meaningful change through our advocacy, addressing key social issues and championing the vital role of social work in our communities.

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If you’re a social work student or graduate, don’t miss your chance to engage in a live Q & A with some of the major social work employers in your state or territory – free for AASW members.

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Social policy and advocacy overview

Social policy and advocacy overview

Advocacy is a core social work skill, bridging people & environments

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Advocacy for the profession

Advocacy for the profession

Advocacy is a core skill integral to social work practice

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Policy positions

Policy positions

The AASW advocates for social justice, key issues, and the profession

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Registration of social workers

Registration of social workers

The AASW calls for national statutory registration of social worker

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03
Apr
Perceptions of Social Work in Australia: What Do Social Workers Think?
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03
Apr
Domestic Violence Risk Assessment Tools and Australian Homelessness Services: A Scoping Review
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31
Mar
A Decolonising Critical Discourse Analysis Framework for Positive Behaviour Support Plans
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31
Mar
Decolonial Pathways in Social Work Education
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