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Harry Venning and Emma Lewell-Buck will commence their roles as SWU Ambassadors on October 18th which is the day 10 years ago when SWU obtained our trade union licence. These individuals have embraced the spirit of SWU and will be involved with promoting SWU’s values and campaigns as determined by the executive committee.

John McGowan will serve a second term as general secretary, the most senior staff position within SWU.

Ruth Allen, BASW CEO, introduces the new briefing and underlines its importance to social workers working with young people transitioning into adulthood.

BASW's Allison Hulmes and Gavin Moorghen were interviewed by the BBC this week.

During Pride Month, we are encouraging everyone to share celebrations and activities using the hashtag #BASWPride21.

GRT History Month helps to tackle prejudice, challenge myths and to amplify the voices of Gypsies, Roma and Travellers in wider society.

We spoke to Shantel about how she became a social worker, her experiences of racism both in the profession and wider society - as well as her vision and approach to the role.

Council – BASW UK’s board of directors – had our quarterly meeting on 19 May. Update by Gerry Nosowska BASW Chair

BASW England report marks the first anniversary of George Floyd's murder with a comprehensive list of actions on ‘Anti-racism in Social Work’ that have taken place across the UK (and internationally) over 12 months. 

Communities and social workers on the ground experience fear and tragedy today. Urgent international intervention is essential.