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What We Stand For: Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
BASW CEO Ruth Allen introduces our vision for EDI and anti-racism and talks about the values that underpin this vital work.
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BASW UK EDI Position Statement
Our approach recognises the need for actions against all forms of oppression and breaches of human rights experienced by people of diverse identities and protected characteristics
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BASW UK Anti-Racism statement
As the professional association for social workers across the UK, we must continue to build our leadership role in tackling racism in all its forms as it affects our profession and the people we support
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BASW UK Statement against antisemitism and anti-Jewish discrimination and hatred
Date of adoption of statement: 26 January 2022
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Resources and content to help increase awareness and understanding of EDI and anti-racism in social work.
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Report launched on ‘Anti-racism in Social Work’ activities across the UK (May 2021)
Released to mark the first anniversary of the murder of George Floyd, this report is a detailed look at the development anti-racist activities and practice in social work over the previous 12 months.
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Supporting GRT communities
BASW has taken the lead in challenging the rise of anti-Gypsy, Roma and Traveller (GRT) prejudice.
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BASW UK position statement: Social Work with Trans People
Effective social work with trans people is an important and emergent area of social work practice requiring more guidance and professional support.
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A hub of resources, information, and updates on SASW’s equality, diversity, and inclusion work.
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Racism in Scottish Social Work: A 2021 snapshot
In July 2021, SASW published a report exploring racism in Scottish social work.
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Read BASW Cymru's consultation response to the Race Equality Action Plan.
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A conversation with Shantel Thomas, BASW Anti-Racism Lead
Shantel talks about how she became a social worker, her experiences of racism both in the profession and in everyday life - as well as her vision and approach to the role