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Former BASW Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Lead Officer, Narinder Sidhu, reflects on our EDI work so far.

BASW CEO Ruth Allen introduces our vision for EDI and anti-racism and outlines the values that underpin this vital work.

What we stand for 2021: AGM 15/09/21

BASW and the Gypsy, Roma and Traveller Social Work Association are proud to support Roma Holocaust Memorial Day 2021.

Allison Hulmes, BASW Cymru National Director, on the Drive2Survive campaign and why social workers must oppose anti-GRT proposals in the Police Bill

Kerri Prince, BASW UK’s Public and Political Affairs Lead provides an update

Dr Reima Ana Maglajlic, editor of the British Journal of Social Work (BJSW) introduces the BJSW (51 / 5) Special Issue on Disasters and Pandemics

Four social work students have each won £500 for their entries to SWU's WSWD 2021 Student Essay Assignment Competition, and two additional outstanding entries have been awarded prizes as well.

The panel discussed lessons learned during Covid-19 for improving child safeguarding and explored the future of virtual social work - a fantastic opportunity to ensure the social work voice and experience is shared with policymakers.

Ruth Allen CEO highlights the purpose and role of the Council of Europe - and its huge importance to social work in these uncertain times.