Australian Association of Social Workers in North Melbourne, Victoria | Non-governmental organisation (NGO)

Australian Association of Social Workers

Locality: North Melbourne, Victoria

Phone: +61 1800 630 124

Address: Level 7, 14-20 Blackwood Street 3053 North Melbourne, VIC, Australia

Website: http://www.aasw.asn.au

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25.01.2022 Don't miss the opportunity to submit your abstract for the AASW National Symposium 2020. The call for abstract submissions has now been extended, and must be submitted by 5:00pm (AEST) Wednesday 23 September 2020. For more information, visit our website: https://bit.ly/2Z4UbqB

24.01.2022 Check out the latest edition of Social Work Focus. The AASW produces Social Work Focus to inform our members of innovative practices, reflections, research and advice, as well as honouring the achievements of members. Log in and read it today: http://bit.ly/2DMb2G4

24.01.2022 Despite strong opposition from Labor, the Greens and independent MPs, the Coalition government shut down debate in the House of Representatives to rush through changes to Australian environmental laws. These changes favour building new gas and fossil fuel projects over protecting the environment. We must be strengthening our laws to protect the natural environment, not weakening them. These changes are being passed onto the Senate, and the Climate and Health Alliance (CAHA) is calling upon you to sign their petition, which calls for the Senate to vote against these changes. To sign the petition and for more information, please visit: https://www.caha.org.au/senate-environment

24.01.2022 From the UK - Public opinion of social work more positive than practitioners believe, study suggests. Survey draws praise for social workers commitment to demanding roles, with most respondents sympathetic to pressures profession faced

24.01.2022 The AASW welcomes abstracts for the forthcoming AASW 2020 Symposium. To be held on Friday 6 November, the symposium was originally planned to be a face to face event in the NT Darwin but due to the unforeseen disruptions of COVID-19 the symposium will now move to an online format. The theme of our 2020 symposium is Promoting Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Social Work. The symposium will bring together a wide range of professionals, key industry groups, and stakehold...ers across the health and human services to discuss and promote thoughts on social work practice and ideas that shape Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander social work culture, research and teaching, together with sharing key challenges and highlights facing our sector. We are pleased to announce that abstracts are now open and will close 5:00pm (AEST) Friday, 18 September 2020. For more information: https://bit.ly/2Z4UbqB

24.01.2022 Today is the annual Walk Against Family Violence. #WAFV2020 #WhyWeWalk Anneka from the Victorian Branch has been out for a 6km walk in Melbourne this morning. Victorian social workers - post your own photos out walking today in the Comments Section below.

22.01.2022 The AASW has made a submission to the Climate Change Bill 2020 and we are calling for urgent climate action, and the importance of aligning any policy action to the United Nation’s Sustainable Development Goals. UN SDG Action Campaign

22.01.2022 During National Child Protection Week (6-12 Sept) the AASW is calling on Australian governments to commit to formally register qualified social workers in order to ensure further protection for children in this system https://www.abc.net.au//child-safety-in-queenslan/12638844

21.01.2022 Visit our website www.aasw.asn.au or talk to your GP about seeing an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker.

21.01.2022 Here's a reminder that the Cashless Debit Card should be scrapped forever. If you haven't sent off your email to the Senate crossbench to demand they vote against the cashless card legislation, you can do that here https://thegreens.good.do/scrapthecard/CDC-email-crossbench/

20.01.2022 Leading health groups call on government to address climate health impacts "The groups include: Climate and Health Alliance (CAHA), Australian Health Promotion Association (AHPA), Australian Nursing and Midwifery Federation (ANMF), Consumers Health Forum of Australia, Australian Healthcare and Hospitals Association (AHHA) and the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW)." https://www.miragenews.com/leading-health-groups-call-on-g/

20.01.2022 This is Anneka Farrington, social worker and Victorian Branch Manager calling on the government to #RaisetheRateforGood, Research by ACOSS found that almost 50%... of those impacted by the upcoming $300 cut to the Coronavirus supplement will most likely have to skip medicines or ration my doses. This is unacceptable. We need to #RaisetheRateforGood See more

20.01.2022 To celebrate Adult Learners Week (1-8 September 2020), the AASW is offering a 15% discount on all online courses for the month of September. Visit our online course catalogue now to take advantage of this offer: https://bit.ly/32IuQ6G The discount is available until 11:59pm (AEST) 30 September 2020

20.01.2022 Climate action now. "All the worlds governments have fallen short on pledges made a decade ago to protect wildlife, according to a new United Nations report" UN says the world is 'exterminating all non-human living beings' by missing 2020 targets https://www.sbs.com.au//un-says-the-world-is-exterminating ... International Federation of Social Workers See more

20.01.2022 #OnThisDay in 1972 Melbourne Gay Lib held a demo in City Square, billed as 'a unique treat for Melbourne’s busy shoppers’; find out more about that demo and Gay... Lib in Melbourne via our online exhibition 'Out of the closets, into the streets': https://bit.ly/2Vn4RP4. Support the collection, preservation and celebration of Australia's lesbian, gay, trans, bisexual, intersex, sistergirl and brotherboy history, become a member and donate: https://bit.ly/ALGA2020-21.

19.01.2022 IFSW CALLS FOR URGENT CLIMATE ACTION AT THE UN Climate change is the greatest challenge that we face and as social workers we are united in our call for immediate action from every actor in the region, and across the world. The changes confronting our environment because of global warming are already profound and extensive, making climate policy an urgent responsibility for Member States, especially in the Asia Pacific region. https://www.ifsw.org/ifsw-calls-for-urgent-climate-action-/

19.01.2022 Social workers welcome extension of telehealth The AASW has welcomed the announcement by Federal Health Minister Greg Hunt of a six month extension to the temporary COVID-19 Medicare Benefits Schedule (MBS) telehealth items. Read our full media release here: https://bit.ly/32GrGS3

19.01.2022 From the UK: Skin and hair can be integral to a young black persons sense of self. Yet in the UK, black children and young people face discrimination about their bodies. Its not just schools sending black children home because their hair is deemed contrary to uniform codes. The importance of hair and skin to black children is also overlooked in social work.

18.01.2022 AASW Victorian Branch members on the 2018 Palm Sunday Walk for Justice for Refugees.

17.01.2022 Social workers can now be recognised for their leadership potential and skills in more areas of social work with our new expanded credentials program. Find out more today.https://credentials.aasw.asn.au/

16.01.2022 The joint statement is signed by groups also including the Australian Nursing and Midwifery Federation and the Australian Association of Social Workers.

16.01.2022 World Suicide Prevention Day an opportunity to renew commitment The Australian Association of Social Workers is concerned about the impacts COVID-19 has had on the mental health of many people in Australia, and on World Suicide Prevention Day (10 September) the AASW is calling on all levels of Australian government to commit to action to address the rate of suicide in the community. https://bit.ly/2ZpyFg9

15.01.2022 Learn more about the latest AASW actions to achieve registration, including the great progress in South Australia. We will continue to update members of any progress and opportunities to get involved. https://www.aasw.asn.au/social-policy-advocacy/registration

14.01.2022 Experts want climate risks in health plan The joint statement is signed by groups also including the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners, Australian Nursing and Midwifery Federation and the Australian Association of Social Workers.

13.01.2022 Register early for these 2021 CPD events! 9 February 2021: An introduction to unplanned pregnancy options and abortion pathways in Australia https://bit.ly/3nWjfdP 18 February 25 February 2021: Case Planning and Case Notes for Social Work Practice https://bit.ly/3mCseiI... 16 March 18 March 2021: Supervision: A Reflective and Developmental Approach with Margaret Morrell 3 Day Workshop (South Australia) https://bit.ly/31xkkPT

13.01.2022 Social workers are essential workers. Despite the challenges posed by COVID-19, they are doing everything they can to continue their vital work for children. They need support and protection

13.01.2022 Social workers are a lifeline | UNICEF

12.01.2022 A day in the life of a hospital-based social worker When a child with cancer is admitted to hospital, their family will be supported by an on-ward Oncology Social Worker. For those who have not been through the experience of childhood cancer, the support that they provide can seem like a mystery, but they are the unsung heroes in the family’s support team.

11.01.2022 Understanding Eating Disorders ‘Fat is not a Feeling Language Matters’ 1:00pm (AEDT) on Wednesday 2 December 2020 Register now: https://bit.ly/30UdCmA... This webinar will explore the nuances of language within the field of eating disorders and how to use language in order to encourage a more recovery-focussed approach to treating the illness. Don’t miss this last webinar of the series! Register now: https://bit.ly/30UdCmA

10.01.2022 AASW will support and join this global event calling for urgent climate action. https://www.schoolstrike4climate.com/ Learn more about the AASW's climate action advocacy: https://www.aasw.asn.au/social-policy-advoca/climate-action

09.01.2022 Thursday is World Suicide Prevention Day. If you know someone who may be considering suicide, talk to them about it. Listen with an open mind and offer your support.

09.01.2022 The AASW has been advocating for the permanent expansion of telehealth for some time now and we welcome the announcement by Health Minister Greg Hunt earlier this morning that telehealth will become a permanent part of Medicare. Hunt said, "I think it’s just a wonderful tribute to our medical professionals, but also to everybody who’s been involved. And for Australian patients, that’s transformative. Details to come.

08.01.2022 Social Work Seminar: Responding to chronic child sexual abuse related shame AASW and UNSW invites you to this free online seminar designed for practising social workers or those with an interest in the field. Date: Wednesday 9 September 2020... Time: 6.00pm-7.00pm Online event, register at: https://bit.ly/2QSvfOp

08.01.2022 Australian Association of Social Workers Senior Policy Advisor & IFSW International Federation of Social Workers Representative, Dr Sebastian Cordoba, recent...ly addressed the United Nations ESCAP calling for urgent climate action from member states. Dr Sebastian spoke powerfully and urgently. We strongly recommend watching his address: https://fb.watch/2oc3DIa8Wm/ Well done Dr Sebastian! #socialworkersforclimateaction #sw4ca

08.01.2022 Climate change is the greatest challenge that we face and as social workers we are united in our call for immediate action from governments in Australia, and across the world. The changes confronting our environment because of global warming are already profound and extensive, making climate policy an urgent responsibility for governments.

06.01.2022 Season's Greetings from the AASW. We hope you have a safe and happy holiday season and take the time to recharge yourself and spend valuable time with family and friends. Please note that the Association will be closed from Christmas Day 25 December and reopen on 11 January 2021.

06.01.2022 Learn more about the latest AASW actions to achieve registration, including the great progress in SA, and the collective trade mark. We will continue to update members of any progress and opportunities to get involved. https://www.aasw.asn.au/social-p/aasw-collective-trade-mark... https://www.aasw.asn.au/social-policy-advocacy/registration See more

06.01.2022 Todays Canberra action is happening at Parliament house. Drop in to see your capital strikers at work!

06.01.2022 This week is the 30th year anniversary of National Child Protection Week. While the AASW acknowledges the progress that has been made in some areas, the week highlights how much work is desperately needed, especially in relation to workforce regulation, early intervention and the over-representation of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander children in state care

05.01.2022 Only one week to go! Get 15% off all AASW online courses until the end of September 2020. You can complete your course anytime, on any device and when you need it. Visit our online course catalogue now to take advantage of this offer: https://bit.ly/32IuQ6G The discount is available until 11:59pm (AEST) 30 September 2020.

05.01.2022 Here we go again. We did it once, we can do it again. Be heard, make a submission. The advocacy continues. Senate inquiry into the Bill, submissions due 10 September. Education is a human right. Make a submission here https://www.aph.gov.au//Education_and_Em/JobReadyGraduates

05.01.2022 An eco-social approach to equity When we think about the people fighting to protect our natural world, we often look at environmental activists, conservation organisations, celebrities, political parties, or everyday people at protests and rallies. But JCU’s Dr Peter Jones belongs to an unexpected group on the frontlines of the fight against climate change: social workers. https://www.jcu.edu.au//on-the-frontlines-of-climate-action

05.01.2022 Mental health and older adults: the importance of being present A guest blog post by Felicity Chapman, Accredited Mental Health Social Worker, Mental Health Clinician and Aged Care Specialist. https://www.caresearch.com.au//Mental-health-and-older-adu

04.01.2022 We love these action ideas! Thank you for sharing 1 Million Women #socialworkersforclimateaction #sw4ca

04.01.2022 Human rights belong to everyone, everywhere - no matter who you are or whom you love. Join United Nations Free & Equal in the fight against transphobia & homophobia. https://unfe.org

04.01.2022 In a show of global solidarity, the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW) is endorsing the United Nations call for the Elimination of Violence Against Women and Girls. https://bit.ly/2UWvKc7

03.01.2022 Dont forget to submit your abstract for the AASW National Symposium 2020 by 5:00pm (AEST) Wednesday 23 September 2020. Late submissions will still be considered. Abstracts are welcome from all AASW members, social work practitioners, educators, researchers, and other professionals working in relevant fields of practice. For more information, visit our website: https://bit.ly/2Z4UbqB

03.01.2022 On the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women and Girls the AASW is calling for national action, with violence against women continuing to be our national shame and further highlighted during the COVID-19 pandemic. This Day marks the start of 16 Days of Activism against Gender Based Violence and concludes on International Human Rights Day on 10 December 2020

02.01.2022 AASW Renews call for Social Work Registration - National Child Protection Week 2020 During National Child Protection Week, the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW) is calling on all Australian governments to commit to the formal registration of qualified social workers in order to protect some of the most vulnerable members of society. https://bit.ly/2ZlUcX4

01.01.2022 Don't miss the opportunity to submit your abstract for the AASW National Symposium 2020 The AASW is accepting abstract submissions for the AASW National Symposium 2020. Abstracts must be submitted by 5:00pm (AEST) Friday 18 September 2020. For more information regarding abstract submissions, please visit: https://bit.ly/2Z4UbqB

01.01.2022 A global report has ranked Australia third among OECD countries for its response to the coronavirus pandemic.