Practice Groups
Practice Groups are run by AASW Branches. These groups meet online or in person, and may be based on an area of professional interest, specific geographical location, or other practice-related purposes.
Practice Groups are formally recognised as groups of social work professionals with expertise in specific fields and are funded by the AASW to run events.
You can connect with other members online or in person through the less formal Networking Groups or virtually through the growing number of Discussion Groups in the AASW Community Hub, which focus on different areas of practice and career stages in social work. Discussion Groups provide opportunities to connect with other social workers across the country, anytime and from anywhere.
Please contact your Branch President or Branch Services for more information or direct contact details. Alternatively, you can register to attend an upcoming meeting through MyAASW.
Practice Groups by State
| ACT | Research and Social Work | Dr Amelia Wheeler |
| NQLD | Mackay Group | Susan Teder & Valeriya Edsall |
| NSW | Social Work in Brain Injury | Lauren Bannerman & Candice Care-Unger |
| NSW | Social Workers in the Shoalhaven (Northern) | Naomi Spencer |
| NSW | Northern Rivers | Rosalie Kennedy |
| NSW | Aged Care | Annabelle Bains |
| NSW | Social Workers in Private Practice | Peter Gormly & Pamela Seraskeris |
| NSW | Social Work in Mental Health | Janet Lewis & Margy Green |
| NSW | Men’s Social Work | Neil Hall |
| NSW | Refugee & Asylum Seekers | David Keegan |
| NSW | LGBTQIA+ | Jo Breeze |
| NT | Social Workers in Private Practice Group | Vanesha Knights |
| QLD | Brisbane/Meanjin | Delfina Serrates & Divi Sharma |
| QLD | Gold Coast | Villia Greenslade |
| QLD | Clinical and Mental Health | David Pham & Caitlin Smith |
| QLD | Private Practice | Jayne Jones |
| QLD | Sunshine Coast | Gabrielle Prosser & Melanie Mathers | QLD | Schools Social Work | Gemma Wyer & Maree Stevens |
| QLD | Toowoomba Social Work | Jen Johnson-Saul & Judith Van Den Brink |
| SA | Green Social Work | Tim Walsh |
| SA | Child Protection | Mark Mulhall |
| SA | Rural, Regional and Remote | Cate Hudson |
| TAS | Social Workers in Private Practice | David Magor-Hampel |
| TAS | NDIS | Ally Smith & Tina Walker |
| VIC | Health Social Workers Directors Group | Karen Todd |
| VIC | Peer Supervision | Dr Chris Barrett |
| VIC | Public Mental Health Service Leaders Social Work | Lisa Hebel & Moisis Moisis |
| VIC | School Social Workers | Damian Mahoney |
| VIC | Social Work Yoga & Mindfulness | Linda Kennedy & Andrew Fitzpatrick |
| VIC | Victorian Mental Health | Charlie Evans & Jesse Hooper |
| VIC | Working with Older Persons and people with a Disability | Cassie Tu |
| WA | School Social Work Practice Group | Dr Susan Young |
| WA | Social Workers in Disability | Jodyne Greig & Magdalene Garcia Flynn |
Upcoming events
Live Online
Social Worker Leaders Celebrating Excellence ...
13 Mar 2025 | 18:30 PM-20:00 PM [GMT+11]
1.5 hrs
The AASW is excited to present the latest webinar in our PhD series, focused on showcasing the work and ideas ...
On-Demand
Navigating the Nervous System - ...
20 Mar 2025 | 10:30 AM-12:30 PM [GMT+11]
2.0 hrs
Clinical SW, Mental Health
Join this workshop to explore the Autonomic Nervous System, stress management, and emotional regulation techniques.
In Person
NT Mary Moylan Award Evening 21 ...
21 Mar 2025 | 18:00 PM-20:30 PM [GMT+09]
2.5 hrs
Social Work
Join the AASW NT Branch for an evening of celebration to present the Mary Moylan Social Worker Award.
On-Demand
Ageing, Grief & Bereavement
13 May 2025 | 10:00 AM-13:30 PM [GMT+10]
3.5 hrs
Aged Care / Older Persons
As we age, the inevitable experience of loss can become one of the greatest emotional challenges, reshaping how we navigate ...
On-Demand
Facilitating Group Supervision – September
09 Sep 2025 - 16 Sep 2025 | 10:00 AM-13:30 PM [GMT+10]
8 hrs
Management & Leadership, Supervision
This virtual workshop series equips participants with the skills, knowledge, and ethical understanding needed to effectively facilitate and manage group ...
In Person
QLD Gold Coast Practice Group 4 ...
04 Feb 2025 | 17:30 PM-19:00 PM [GMT+10]
1.5 hrs
Social Work
Join us at the AASW Gold Coast Practice Group for an insightful presentation by Simon Santosha on engaging and working ...
On-Demand
Facilitating Group Supervision – April
08 Apr 2025 - 16 Apr 2025 | 10:00 AM-13:30 PM [GMT+10]
8 hrs
Management & Leadership, Supervision
This virtual workshop series equips participants with the skills, knowledge, and ethical understanding needed to effectively facilitate and manage group ...
Live Online
Social Worker Leaders Celebrating Excellence ...
10 Apr 2025 | 18:30 PM-20:00 PM [GMT+10]
1.5 hrs
The AASW is excited to present the latest webinar in our PhD series, focused on showcasing the work and ideas ...
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