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BASW Celebrates International Women's Day 2025

A guest blog for SASW from Children and Families Across Borders (CFAB)

A blog on diversity in senior social work roles by SASW Professional Officer, Susan Dobson.

Scottish Government consultation on the LDAN Bill, SASW response

Response by SASW to the Scottish Government's consultation on ending conversion practices in Scotland

BASW Diaspora Social Workers Special Interest Group Co-Chair, Duc Tran shares his thoughts with us on the importance of community, networks and peer support ahead of the upcoming Diaspora Dialogues Conference.

Plans to ban conversion therapy practices were omitted from the King's Speech, which BASW and SWU describe as 'disappointing and concerning.'

Janet Walker, Chair of BASW's International Committee, shares her thoughts and reflections on Black History Month 2023, which this year celebrates the theme 'Saluting our Sisters.'

BASW wishes you a happy LGBTQ+ History Month!

BASW recognises and stands in active opposition to the stigma, oppression, stereotyping and abuse that many trans people experience.