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The British Association of Social Workers (BASW) is the independent professional membership organisation for social work

Join more than 22,000 social work professionals committed to the highest standards of practice and ethics. BASW offers services that protect, support and develop your social work career.

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Celebrating Pride Month 2021

During Pride Month, we are encouraging everyone to share celebrations and activities using the hashtag #BASWPride21.

Featured news

BASW and SWU oppose Part 4 of the Police, Crime, Sentencing and Courts Bill

The proposed new offences could result in Gypsy, Roma and Traveller (GRT) communities being subjected to continual eviction and potential prosecution.

Read more about BASW and SWU oppose Part 4 of the Police, Crime, Sentencing and Courts Bill

Featured event

BASW England Conference 2021

Session 1: Principles, Ethics and Practice with key note speaker Vava Tampa

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Local branches and networks

Local branches and networks

Local branches and networks give you the opportunity to get involved with BASW at a local level.

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Explore social work jobs

For a comprehensive listing of social work jobs both around the UK and internationally

Tweets by BASW_UK

Find out how one of the UK's fastest growing trade unions can support you

Developing your career

Social work training

Helping you meet your CPD and career progression requirements and aspirations, whatever your role or level

Professional Capabilities Framework (PCF)

The PCF is a framework for the nine levels of social work in England

Professional Social Work (PSW) and other leading titles

BASW publishes three leading titles: Professional Social Work (PSW), The British Journal of Social Work and Practice: Social Work in Action

Around the UK

Northern Ireland