BASW Committee Vacancies

BASW members are invited to apply for membership of the Policy, Ethics & Human Rights (PEHR) Committee and the International Committee. More information on both committees is available below.

PEHR Committee

PEHR’s main role is to advise BASW Council when developing policies and position statements to ensure that they promote respect for human rights and are consistent with BASW’s Code of Ethics. We warmly welcome diverse perspectives in accomplishing this important task.

Successful candidates will normally serve for a two-year period which can be extended for a further two-year period. 

There are usually 4 meetings per year.  These meetings are “hybrid” so members may join either online or in person. When joining in-person, reasonable travelling expenses will be met.  There is also an expectation that committee members progress work between formal meetings when required. Through participation in this work, the role additionally provides an opportunity to strengthen your CV.

If you would like an informal discussion on the role with the Chair before applying, please contact Martin Sexton (PEHR Chair) on martin.sexton@basw.co.uk

To request an application form please contact policyadmin@basw.co.uk

The closing date for this round of applications is 28 November 2023

Please note: If you would like to stand for Chair of the PEHR Committee at the AGM in June 2024 there is now a minimum requirement to serve for 6 months on this committee prior to your nomination

International Committee

Applications are particularly welcome from members who have an interest in international social work, or who have experience of working in other countries, or knowledge of supporting the delivery on international social work services, research or education.  Successful candidates will normally serve for a two-year period which can be extended for a further two-year period.

There are usually 4 meetings per year.  These meetings are “hybrid” so members may join either online or in person. When joining in-person, reasonable travelling expenses will be met.  There is also an expectation that committee members progress work between formal meetings when required. Through participation in this work, the role additionally provides an opportunity to strengthen your CV.

If you would like an informal discussion with the Chair before applying, please contact Janet Walker on janet.walker@basw.co.uk

To request an application form please contact policyadmin@basw.co.uk

The closing date for this round of applications is 28 November 2023

Please note: If you would like to stand for Chair of the International Committee at the AGM in June 2024 there is now a minimum requirement to serve for 6 months on this committee prior to your nomination