When the Social Worker Has the Diagnosis: Why Lived Experience Isn’t a Liability BASW Student Ambassador, Shannon McClenaghan reflects on the relationship between lived experience and practice. Blog 12 Feb 2026
Member only content Reducing the Risk of Doxxing A mini guide for social workers in Northern Ireland 7 January 2026
Student bursary consultation opportunity to 'radically strengthen' social work, says BASW The Government has announced a consultation to improve financial support for social work students in England. News 9 Feb 2026
Ten top tips for social work students in Northern Ireland Welcome to the world of social work! 17 September 2025
Member Briefing: Post Qualifying Standards and Induction for Children and Families Social Workers Member Briefing from the Children & Families Group 24 April 2025
BASW Statement on Social Work and Generative Artificial Intelligence This document represents a starting point for considering how generative AI may impact social workers and social work practice. 21 March 2025
Member only content Generative AI & Social Work Practice Guidance Initial guidance for practice and ethics. 19 March 2025
Guidance for Newly Qualified Social Workers in Scotland This document by SASW provides top tips and guidance for NQSW's as they start their career in Scotland. 28 November 2024
Social Work Placement Experience Report by SASW (Report Appendix) Social work placement experience report index 28 June 2024