SWU Conference 2025: Solidarity at Work

to 4:30pm
Mechanics Institute
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SWU Conference 2025: Solidarity at Work

Saturday 6th September 2025

Mechanics Institute, Manchester

The Social Workers Union (SWU) invites all of our members and social work colleagues to join us for a one-day conference at the Mechanics Institute in Manchester on September 6th. We welcome social works, NQSWs, social work students and apprentices to join us for this activism themed and solidarity building event.

This event is free to attend and includes lunch, networking opportunities, a CPD Certificate, and refreshments for all attendees.

Conference highlights will include A focus on building solidarity with each other and the people that we as social workers support. Inspiring speakers from the social work and trade union sectors. Celebrate and learn from the successes of community social work groups who are making a difference. Networking with social workers and trade unionists from across the UK. Meet the SWU team and chat with our Union Contacts. Get involved with UK-wide and national SWU & BASW campaigns.