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We are extremely saddened to learn that 21 social workers in England and Wales have died from COVID-19. Our thoughts are with their families, friends, colleagues and the people they supported.
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In the coming days, we will contact 8,000 former social workers and set up a temporary register to make sure people across England continue to receive the best possible support when they need it most.
#COVID19
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Ready to clap at 8pm? 👏 To the social workers, key workers and all those working across health and social care to tackle
#COVID19
- We thank you for supporting our communities when they need you the most.
#socialworktogether
#ClapForSocialWorkers
#ClapForOurCarers
#ClapForNHS
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As 2020 draws to a close, we thank social workers for their unwavering commitment to the people who have relied on them in this challenging year. Thank you to everyone who helps the social work sector to make such a massive impact on society every day.
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Today we come together to remember the social workers, care workers and those cared for who have lost their lives or loved ones to
#COVID19
. Our thoughts are with their families, friends, colleagues and the people they supported.
#StarsInMemory
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Today we become the new specialist regulator for nearly 100,000 social workers in England.
#SocialWorkEngland
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Thank you to the social workers, health and care professionals and all key workers who are adapting and finding new ways of working with those they support during
#COVID19
. We're clapping for you at 8pm!👏👏👏
#SocialWorkTogether
#ClapForSocialWorkers
#ClapForCarers
#ClapForTheNHS
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Today we can announce that we will take over from
@The_HCPC
as the specialist regulator for social work in England on Monday 2 December 2019. Thanks to everyone who has collaborated with us on our journey so far to enable positive change in
#socialwork
.
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We’re delighted to announce Social Work Week, which will take place from 8-12 March 2021. The week will encourage social workers & those with an interest in social work to reflect on recent events, challenges & successes of the profession. Read more at
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Tonight at 8pm we clap for all social workers, key workers and health and social care professionals who are working tirelessly during
#COVID19
. Thank you for supporting your communities, now more than ever. 👏
#SocialWorkTogether
#ClapForSocialWorkers
#ClapForOurCarers
#ClapForNHS
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We are proud to reveal our programme for
#SocialWorkWeek2021
.
Join us from 8 to 12 March to experience the first online event of its kind - featuring a unique mix of renowned speakers, panel discussions, workshops and more.
Tickets now available at
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To everyone playing such a vital part in the fight against
#COVID19
- social workers, key workers and all health and social care professionals - tonight at 8pm, we're clapping for all of you. 👏👏👏
#SocialWorkTogether
#ClapForSocialWorkers
#ClapForOurCarers
#ClapForNHS
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We stand against racism and oppression in all its forms and must actively tackle inequality and racism. A statement from our chief executive:
#BlackLivesMatter
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We are deeply shocked by the events surrounding Arthur Labinjo-Hughes' death and extend our condolences to all who knew him. In such a complex, tragic case there are clearly many different lines of inquiry. We will work closely with all partners and everyone involved in the case.
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Today we recognise social workers across the world, reflecting on shared values of equality, solidarity and connectedness – principles on full display during our lead up events at
#SocialWorkWeek2021
. On
#WSWD2021
we ask what makes you proud to be a social worker?
#Ubuntu
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In light of
#COVID19
, we've put together an information and advice page for social workers, students, employers and course providers. We'll continue to update this as we receive further information and government guidance.
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In response to
#COVID19
we've published advice on student placements. We're supporting HEIs, students and employers as they make decisions around student placements and acknowledge the valuable contribution of students in their local social services teams.
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Throughout COVID-19 we have discussed the vital role of social workers with our partners. Today we issued a letter expressing our view that all social workers must be prioritised alongside other health and social care staff in the vaccine roll-out.
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Join us at 8pm to show your support for social workers and everyone working in health and social care to tackle
#COVID19
. Thank you for doing what you do best - putting people at the heart of everything you do. 👏
#ClapForSocialWorkers
#ClapForOurCarers
#ClapForNHS
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Today, with
@DHSCgovuk
@educationgovuk
@LGAcomms
, we launch Social Work Together, an online tool to connect social workers returning to practice with employers across England in response to
#COVID19
:
#SocialWorkTogether
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Willing to listen, learn and understand. Our regional engagement lead
@AhminaAkhtar
reflects on social work, racism and inequality.
#BlackLivesMatter
#SocialWork
#EqualityDiversityInclusion
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It's time for the entertainment industry to
#ChangeTheScript
around social work🎬
This
#SocialWorkWeek2024
, we’re calling for a more accurate portrayal of social work and the positive impact social workers have on people’s lives every day.
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We recently announced the first
#SocialWorkWeek
, which will take place in March 2021. The week will encourage social workers and those with an interest in social work to reflect on recent events, challenges & successes of the profession. Read more at:
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"Don’t let people put you in a box – be your authentic self, lead with kindness and avoid putting others on pedestals. Lead with your heart and don’t change yourself to fit in with a specific leadership style, let it fit you"
@franlc
#IWD2021
#SocialWorkWeek2021
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To support the response to
#COVID19
, today we received confirmation that we are now able to act under our temporary emergency powers. Social Work England can automatically register social workers to return to practice should they wish to do so.
In the coming days, we will contact 8,000 former social workers and set up a temporary register to make sure people across England continue to receive the best possible support when they need it most.
#COVID19
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As
#SocialWorkWeek2021
draws to a close, we want to say thank you to all of you who have joined us in learning, engaging and connecting during the first ever
#SocialWorkWeek2021
. Thank you to our contributors and to everyone behind the scenes for making it happen.
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Happy
#WorldSocialWorkDay
to the social workers at Social Work England and social workers from around the world. We have come together to celebrate a
#SharedFutureForTransformativeChange
.
#SocialWorkWeek2024
#WSWD2024
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Welcome to
#SocialWorkWeek2021
- the first week of its kind in England, featuring a unique mix of renowned speakers, panel discussions, workshops and more. Here's what's in store today:
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We're saddened to hear of the attack on a social worker on Friday. Social workers risk their lives in challenging circumstances daily, whilst offering support to people when they need it the most. Thinking of him and those affected by this shocking event.
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To social workers, health and care professionals and key workers - tonight at 8pm, we clap for you. Thank you for your hard work and dedication to supporting your communities, now more than ever. 👏👏👏
#SocialWorkTogether
#ClapForSocialWorkers
#ClapForTheNHS
#ClapForCarers
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On this National
#DayOfReflection
, we come together to remember social workers and the many people they support, who have lost their lives or loved ones over this incredibly difficult year. Join us at 12pm as we pause to reflect, remember, and hope for a brighter future.
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We are deeply saddened to hear of another life taken in this way and would like to extend our condolences to all who knew and loved Star Hobson. We will continue to work with all partners where our involvement may be required.
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Wishing all social workers, people with lived experience of social work, and other social media followers a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year from everyone here at Social Work England.
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Social work is anchored by human rights. This
#HumanRightsDay
we encourage social workers to reflect on their vital role - ensuring the basic rights and freedoms that belong to everyone, regardless of where they're from, what they believe or how they choose to live their lives.
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On 2 December 2019, we formally took over responsibility for regulating social workers in their vital roles. We want to say a big thank you to everyone who has been on this journey with us so far. We look forward to the next stage - moving the profession forward together.
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We’re excited to announce the launch of our new podcast ‘This Is Social Work’.
In our first series, we'll be exploring the professional standards in more depth with people with lived and learned experiences of social work.
#ThisIsSocialWorkPod
#socialwork
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To the social workers, health and care professionals and key workers working to maintain relationships with those that they support – thank you for continuing to put people at the heart of everything you do. 👏
#SocialWorkTogether
#ClapForSocialWorkers
#ClapForCarers
#ClapForNHS
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Join
@sarahblackmore2
@IsabelleTrowler
@franlc
@Rashidabaig2
on International Women's Day on 8 March as they discuss the role of women in leadership and what more can be done to overcome the barriers to women taking on leadership roles.
#SocialWorkWeek2021
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This
#WorldSocialWorkDay
, we asked social workers and people with lived experience “how do social workers create a better world?”
Read the responses:
#WSWD2022
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Every day, social workers support millions of people to improve their chances in life. Today we’re reflecting on the positive difference they make and their ability to adapt quickly to the needs of a changing society, putting people at the heart of everything they do.
#WSWD2020
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In just over five weeks, we'll begin regulating almost 100,000 social workers in England. To find out more about the move from
@The_HCPC
, take a look at our transition FAQs:
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Today we've been discussing guidance on protective equipment with
@DHSCgovuk
@educationgovuk
that should be available to social workers, deployment of former social workers with
@LGAcomms
and student placements during lockdown. Things are moving fast now. More soon.
#COVID19
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We would like to thank the 96,886 social workers who completed the annual renewals process on time, ensuring that they can continue to safely and effectively practise to support millions of people.
Full analysis here:
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We've published six examples of CPD submitted by social workers in 2020, and approved during CPD review.
These examples show just some of the different activities that count as CPD, and how to record them in your online account.
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Social workers, health and care professionals and key workers across all sectors are adapting to
#COVID19
in many different ways. Thank you for your continued commitment to those you support. 👏👏👏
#SocialWorkTogether
#ClapForSocialWorkers
#ClapForTheNHS
#ClapForCarers
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Our regional engagement leads have put together some handy top tips for recording CPD. Recording CPD is an important requirement of being registered as a social worker. See their top tips:
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Tickets are now available for
#SocialWorkWeek2023
!
Our curated programme will provide the opportunity to learn, connect and influence the future of
#socialwork
in England.
Visit our website to register for your free tickets:
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At 11am, we join the nation in remembrance of social workers and key workers who have lost their lives to
#COVID19
.
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Thank you to the social workers, health and care professionals and all key workers who continue to find new ways of supporting their communities during
#COVID19
. We're clapping for you at 8pm.👏👏👏
#SocialWorkTogether
#ClapForSocialWorkers
#ClapForCarers
#ClapForTheNHS
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We're committed to working and engaging with the social work sector as the specialist regulator for the profession. Our national advisory forum will offer expert advice and act as a critical friend throughout our journey. For more information and to apply:
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We’re partnering with
@GuardianJobs
to launch the Social Lives 2020 survey. We want to know what social workers think about their role, what is working well, and where improvements need to be made. Tell us what you think at
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Social Work Week takes place 8 - 12 March 2021, a virtual programme of events which will bring together thought-provoking speakers, workshops, debate, discussions and wellbeing drop ins. Find out more about how you can get involved here:
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As 2021 comes to an end we recognise that it’s been another challenging year for social work practice. We’d like to thank social workers for the positive difference they make to the millions of people they support every day. Wishing our followers a safe and happy festive period.
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We've had a great response to this, with a significant number of enquiries from social workers on how they can return to practise. The
@LGAcomms
tool commissioned by
@DHSCgovuk
@educationgovuk
to link up employers and social workers will be live very soon. Watch this space.
In the coming days, we will contact 8,000 former social workers and set up a temporary register to make sure people across England continue to receive the best possible support when they need it most.
#COVID19
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The CPD requirements have now changed. For the 2021 to 2022 registration year, you need to record a minimum of 2 pieces of CPD, including at least one with a peer reflection. Read more about the changes on our website
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"We take our hats off to all of you working on the frontline during the pandemic. Those supported by social workers are some of the most at risk in society. Vulnerable not only to the virus but changes to services, support and contact. Thank you"
@LordKPatel
#SocialWorkWeek2021
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Social work is built on inspiring and creating a society in which everyone can thrive. At
@SocialWorkEng
, the principles of equality and diversity are inherent to our values and central to our work as an effective regulator and employer.
#SLDay21
(1/4)
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We're delighted to see the social work profession acknowledged in the
@ndawards
nominations, including our incoming head of equality, diversity and inclusion
@AhminaAkhtar
and
@BASW_UK
’s
@wayne_reid79
. (1/2)
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'It's time to take racism seriously in social work. I look forward to a time when my work is redundant. When racism from services users, colleagues, a lack of diversity in student cohorts and disproportionate fitness to practice is no more' .
@ProsperaTedam
#SocialWorkWeek2021
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We recognise concerns from the sector about limited social work experience on our board. We are pleased that this latest public appointments process encourages leaders from within the profession to apply. (1/2)
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On this
#NationalDayOfReflection
, we remember all social workers and the people they support daily, who have lost their lives or loved ones over the past 2 years. Take some time with us today to pause and reflect and remember them.
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On Thursday 19 November, we will be hosting a designated CPD day on Twitter. From 10am to 2pm the team will be on hand for you to you ask questions and take part in discussions about CPD. Tweet us your questions, or use the hashtag
#YourSocialWorkEngland
to get involved.
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We are pleased to publish our report ‘Social Work in England: First Reflections’, the first of 2 interim reports on social work in which we share our reflections on our first year as the new specialist regulator for social workers in England. (1/2)
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We had a positive response to our announcement last week to contact 8,000 former social workers in response to
#COVID19
.
We’re working through implementation plans with local employers but in the meantime, you might find our FAQs helpful:
In the coming days, we will contact 8,000 former social workers and set up a temporary register to make sure people across England continue to receive the best possible support when they need it most.
#COVID19
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We are deeply upset to hear of another child’s life taken in this way. We extend our condolences to all who knew and loved Kyrell Matthews.
We will continue to work with all partners where our involvement may be required.
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We worked with
@The_HCPC
and
@CommunityCare
to provide a run down of what social workers need to know before we take over as the regulator next month:
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In our latest guest blog,
@DurhamCouncil
children's services practice lead Shelley Gill shares a touching letter to her ASYE cohort during
#COVID19
:
#SocialWorkTogether
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Following our consultation earlier this year, our rules and standards that will enable us to become the
#socialwork
regulator are now live. Thank you to everyone who has contributed to their development.
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We are honoured to share a 'Love Letter to Social Work', a beautifully written account of the social work profession by Liz Sales, who has since sadly passed away.
Read her heartfelt reflections as she revisits her journey through social work:
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We’re delighted to announce that
#SocialWorkWeek2023
will take place from Monday 20 to Friday 24 March 2023. Find out more about the themes of the week and how to contribute by delivering a event during the week at
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Are you ready for
#SocialWorkWeek2023
?
Sessions run from Monday 20 March to Friday 24 March.
Get your last minute tickets, and learn all you need to know about the event on our website.
We hope to see you there!
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Social workers are committed to helping people who face emotional, physical and mental health challenges each day.
This
#MentalHealthAwarenessWeek
, we want to remind those across the profession that to do the valuable job of social work means looking after yourself too.
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There's just one week to go until we become the new specialist regulator for social workers in England. Find out more about the move from
@The_HCPC
to
#SocialWorkEngland
:
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There's just five days to go until
#SocialWorkWeek2021
begins!
All sessions across the week offer a unique chance to learn, connect and engage with others on the values and principles of the profession. Tickets are still available, so book today at:
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A statement from our chief executive Colum Conway to social work students and education providers delivering social work courses during
#COVID19
.
@IsabelleTrowler
@Mwharvey
@franlc
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Thanks to everyone who’s been in touch today and told us your concerns. We know this is a difficult time. We understand that students, placement providers and social work educators are worried at the moment about placements and course provision.
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We have an exciting opportunity for 2 social workers to join our regional engagement team, working with a range of stakeholders across the country to raise awareness and ensure the consistent implementation of our standards. For more information, visit
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As we sign off for the Christmas break, we'd like to wish all social workers, our followers, and colleagues a safe and warm festive period.
Thank you for your hard work throughout 2022 to make a positive difference for millions of people.
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Last year the pandemic continued to impact on how we interact as individuals, how we connect as a society and how we stay safe. Moving into 2022, social workers continue to offer essential support for families and communities and for this we express our deepest gratitude. (1/2)
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Ahead of World Social Work Day, we're launching a series of blogs sharing the stories of social workers at
#SocialWorkEngland
. In our first blog, we meet one of our investigators Ciara.
#WSWD2020
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February is LGBT+ history month. An essential value of social work is the ability to recognise and challenge prejudice. As we embark on a month of learning, reflecting and looking forward, we celebrate our LGBTQ+ colleagues and those across the social work profession.
#LGBTHM22
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Tickets are now available for
#SocialWorkWeek2024
!
Social Work Week 2024 boasts the strongest line-up to date, bringing those working across the sector together to have nationwide conversations about
#socialwork
Register for your free tickets:
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As part of our approach to equality, diversity and inclusion, our executive director
@sarahblackmore2
and
@OmarMohamedSW
discuss how the social work sector needs to come together to actively develop its approach to working with LGBTQ+ people.
#LGBTHM2021
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Excellent turnout from professionals wanting to hear from
@LordKPatel
,
@ConwayColum
and
@sarahblackmore2
at our
#CCLive19
workshop. Looking forward to sharing our plans and answering any questions.
#socialwork
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Today we honour Beverley Tarka.
Earlier this year, Beverley became the first black president of the
@1adass
(Association of Directors of Adult Social Services) since it started in 2007.
#BlackHistoryMonth
#BHM
#SalutingOurSisters
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Thank you for attending and engaging with
#SocialWorkWeek2023
!
We are looking forward to sharing more content from the last few days over the coming weeks, including recordings of some of our headline sessions, all of which can be used for CPD.
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We’ve seen 1,000 social workers record continuing professional development (CPD) on their online account in May so far. Recording CPD is a key part of renewing your registration and is important for maintaining and improving practice. Find out more:
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We want to hear more about admissions and placements from social work course providers and employers that deliver practice placements and ASYE programmes. Help shape our approach as we move into a new phase of the COVID-19 response:
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On day 2 of
#SocialWorkWeek2023
we are joining organisations from across the world to celebrate World Social Work Day
#WSWD2023
.
Join our session, “Racism on repeat” and check our Twitter feed for more content throughout the day.
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Following further conversations with our partners, we've updated our
#COVID19
information and advice for education providers and social work students on placements and volunteering.
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We’re delighted to announce that
#SocialWorkWeek2024
will take place from Monday 18 to Friday 22 March 2024.
We are once again encouraging expressions of interest from those who would like to deliver a session.
Find out more at:
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Our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion is at the heart of what we do. As part of
#RaceEqualityWeek
we’ll be sharing reflections and learnings from pledges we made across our organisation, with an emphasis on driving meaningful action.
#ActionNotJustWords
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Anyone with an interest in social work is welcome to submit an expression of interest to deliver an event or activity during
#SocialWorkWeek2023
. You can submit your event details for inclusion on the programme before 5pm on Friday 28 October at:
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This week is
#MentalHealthAwarenessWeek
. In reflection of the social work profession, we recognise the importance of human relationships and being kind to ourselves and one another.
@LordKPatel
, our chair and patron of
@MHFAEngland
, shares this message.
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This
#WorldSocialWorkDay
, we asked social workers and people with lived experience “how do social workers create a better world?”
Read the responses:
#WSWD2022
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Today we publish our first corporate strategy and our latest business plan, which we hope will mark a new era for the profession.
#SocialWorkTogether
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During
#SocialWorkWeek2021
, we'll be offering a range of wellbeing sessions each day to help you to support your health and give you the opportunity to focus on self-care. Spaces are limited, so make sure to book your place today:
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You might have noticed that we look a little bit different - welcome to our new identity! Huge thanks to those who joined us on this journey. Head of Communications
@thisisKFlo
reflects on what this means for
#SocialWorkEngland
:
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