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British Association of Social Workers @basw-uk.bsky.social · Jul 29

📢 Social workers need better working conditions – now!

At our conference in June, we launched a campaign with @swu-uk.bsky.social calling for a better supported, resourced and respected social work profession.

This week, we'll be revealing our campaign asks, and how you can get involved!

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British Association of Social Workers @basw-uk.bsky.social · 6m

🎙️ NEW PODCAST!

Let's Talk Social Work returns with a new episode exploring how social workers can manage encounters with dogs, including ways to minimise risk and wider changes needed to training and practice.

Apple 👉 apple.co/3g7YcE0
Spotify 👉 spoti.fi/2QjefE6

British Association of Social Workers @basw-uk.bsky.social · 1d

Our campaign with @swu-uk.bsky.social is calling for vastly improved working conditions across the UK, including safe staffing and workloads and a national focus on recruitment and retention.

Back our campaign ⬇️

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British Association of Social Workers @basw-uk.bsky.social · 1d

⚠️ Safer workloads and a national workforce strategy is urgently needed for social workers.

Recent findings from the National Workload Management Group will come as no surprise to social workers. Time for policy-makers to take notice and action.

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Safe workloads for children's social workers urgently needed, major study finds

Two-year long study also calls for national workforce strategy in England

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British Association of Social Workers @basw-uk.bsky.social · 1d

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Why join BASW?

Membership delivers all that you need, from learning and career development opportunities to resources, advice and representation and a lifelong sense of community.

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British Association of Social Workers @basw-uk.bsky.social · 1d

📸 A terrific day at The Social Work Show in Manchester yesterday!

Thanks to all the social workers and students who chatted to our team at our stand with @swu-uk.bsky.social and took part in our workshops. We enjoyed meeting you all!

Learn more about BASW/SWU membership ⬇️

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British Association of Social Workers @basw-uk.bsky.social · 1d

✍️ BASW Member Blog | The Culture of Disbelief in Asylum Decision-Making.

BASW member and independent social worker, Daniel Absolon reflects on his practice supporting separated children and families facing uncertainty around immigration.

Read here 🔗 basw.co.uk/articles/bas...

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British Association of Social Workers @basw-uk.bsky.social · 2d

Everyone should feel safe & welcome in our society. As social workers, we work for peace, dialogue & a strong bond between all communities. Our profession must lead the way in promoting an inclusive, more equal society built upon understanding, kindness, compassion, & mutual respect for one another.

British Association of Social Workers @basw-uk.bsky.social · 2d

The sharp rise in instances of Antisemitism and Islamophobia since 7th October is unacceptable. We have a collective responsibility to call out and challenge hatred, bigotry and prejudice in all its guises, and to show allyship with anyone who has faced intolerance and discrimination.

British Association of Social Workers @basw-uk.bsky.social · 2d

We continue to call for an immediate ceasefire, the safe passage of humanitarian aid, and international diplomatic efforts towards long-term peace, stability and security.

British Association of Social Workers @basw-uk.bsky.social · 2d

Our thoughts also remain with all the Palestinian and Israeli people who are impacted by the ongoing violence, destruction and suffering in Gaza and across the region. The human toll among innocent civilians is devastating.

British Association of Social Workers @basw-uk.bsky.social · 2d

We stand in solidarity with the Jewish community here in the UK and around the world and repeat our calls for Israeli hostages to be immediately released and reunited with their families.

British Association of Social Workers @basw-uk.bsky.social · 2d

Today, on the second anniversary of the horrific 7th October Hamas terrorist attack, the darkest day in Jewish history since the holocaust, we remember the victims whose lives were cruelly stolen, the people taken hostage, and the pain and grief of all their families and loved ones.

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British Association of Social Workers @basw-uk.bsky.social · 2d

BASW wishes the Jewish community a happy, peaceful and meaningful Sukkot. Chag Sameach! 💛

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British Association of Social Workers @basw-uk.bsky.social · 2d

💜 BASW proudly supports Kinship Care Week, a national week of awareness, recognition, and celebration of kinship families across England and Wales.

Let’s raise a teacup together to kinship families everywhere! ☕️

Find out more 🔗 kinship.org.uk/get-involved...

#KinshipCareWeek

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My Home Life England @myhomelifeuk.bsky.social · 2d

Dr Sally Nieman's piece for @basw-uk.bsky.social highlights how ageist attitudes affect the way care homes are seen by both social workers and wider society, and calls for us to 'make the invisible visible' & support social workers to have a greater presence in care homes

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Making the invisible visible – social work in care homes

In the first of a three-part series Sally Nieman highlights an area of practice that is often overlooked in an ageist society

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British Association of Social Workers @basw-uk.bsky.social · 2d

In this article for PSW Magazine, social worker Daisy Long, who was diagnosed with ADHD in later life, shares with us her personal reflections and experiences ⬇️

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Women with late-diagnosed ADHD – why it’s a social work issue

In the first of a series on neurodiversity and social work Daisy Long, who was diagnosed in later life, speaks up for the ‘lost generation’

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British Association of Social Workers @basw-uk.bsky.social · 2d

October is ADHD Awareness Month. 🧡

This year’s theme, “The Many Faces of ADHD,” reminds us that every child, young person and adult experiences ADHD differently. No two journeys are the same.

#ADHDAwarenessMonth | #ADHDAwarenessIsKey

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British Association of Social Workers @basw-uk.bsky.social · 5d

Analysis conducted by BASW England uncovers instances of apparent regional bias in adult social care inspections.

Our findings raise serious questions as to how the CQC’s new framework is performing, which can hopefully now be acted upon.

Read more ⬇️

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British Association of Social Workers @basw-uk.bsky.social · 5d

🎙️ New Interview - What does AI mean for social work?

Thanks to Social Care Today for speaking to our Head of Policy & Research, Dr Luke Geoghegan about the issues, challenges and opportunities for AI in social work.

Read the full interview ⬇️

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Interview: Luke Geoghegan at BASW on AI in social work

Artificial intelligence is already being used in the provision of social work and social care. Luke Geoghegan, Head of Policy and Research at the British Association of Social Workers (BASW) tells us ...

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British Association of Social Workers @basw-uk.bsky.social · 6d

From £5.39 per month, Student members can get ahead on their course and chosen career with BASW’s discounted student membership.

✅ Support your coursework with free and discounted learning resources
✅ 1:1 coaching and mentoring
✅ Careers advice

Join today 🔗
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British Association of Social Workers @basw-uk.bsky.social · 6d

Antisemitism is an evil that we must all condemn and stand robustly against. There is no room for hate and prejudice in our society.

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British Association of Social Workers @basw-uk.bsky.social · 6d

Today’s attack on a Synagogue in Manchester on Yom Kippur, the holiest day in the Jewish calendar, is deeply disturbing and horrifying.

Our thoughts and condolences are with the victims, their families, and the wider Jewish community at this distressing time.

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British Association of Social Workers @basw-uk.bsky.social · 6d

"Social Work and the Prevent Duty: An Overview for Practitioners" is one of a series of BASW Research Publications.

It explains the legal responsibilities that social workers have under the Prevent Duty and key considerations for practice.

Download here 🔗 basw.co.uk/policy-and-p...

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British Association of Social Workers @basw-uk.bsky.social · 7d

✨ BASW is proud to support Black History Month, an annual commemoration and celebration of the history, achievements and contributions of Black people across the UK.

Keep an eye on our socials this month for content!

#BlackHistoryMonth2025 | #StandingFirmInPowerAndPride

British Association of Social Workers @basw-uk.bsky.social · 7d

To mark International Day of Older Persons, listen again to our podcast episode exploring how social work can better meet the needs of older people. 🎧

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#OlderPersonsDay | #AgeingWithDignity