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
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
BASW petition on Home Office plans for Earned Settlement Add your voice to our campaign! News 5 Feb 2026
3 Years On: BASW UK reviews the National Age Assessment Board Age assessments aren't a 'box ticking exercise', say BASW News 20 Jan 2026
The Power of Curiosity and Connection in Anti-Trafficking BASW Independent Member, Daniel Absolon shares an insight to his social work practice. Blog 10 Dec 2025
BASW writes to Home Office on earned settled status for social workers BASW is seeking clarification on how social workers will be affected by the plans News 27 Nov 2025
Child Safeguarding Practice Review into Sara Sharif's death BASW England statement in response to the report. News 19 Nov 2025
BASW Student Ambassador Scheme opens for applications! Could you be a BASW Student Ambassador? News 24 Oct 2025