This day in social work history ⏳ 5th January 1939: Aviation pioneer Amelia Earhart declared dead in absentia following her disappearance over the Pacific Ocean in 1937. Among her many roles and achievements, Earhart was a pioneering social worker in Boston in the 1920s.

This day in social work history ⏳ 14th January 20222: National Assessment and Accreditation Scheme (NAAS) for social workers in England officially scrapped, following widespread resistance in the profession, union boycotts, and a cost of more than £24m, or £14k per participant.

Latest issue of the Bulletin of the Social Work History Network is out. #swhn Social Work History Network kcl.ac.uk/hscwru/assets/…

We are deeply saddened to learn of the recent passing of Joan Baraclough, one of the founding members of BASW. Joan will be greatly missed by the BASW community and beyond and we extend our thoughts and condolences to her family, friends and former colleagues.

This day in social work history ⏳ 15th January 2021: Former teacher Josh MacAlister, now Labour MP, appointed to chair the Independent Review of Children’s Social Care by Gavin Williamson, dubbed a “once in a generation opportunity to reform systems and services”.

We're inviting members to contribute to #WSWD2025 theme 'Strengthening Intergenerational Solidarity for Enduring Wellbeing.' Share your translated theme in your language to [email protected]! #IntergenerationalSolidarity #Wellbeing #community ifsw.org/social-work-ac…

My article authored in my capacity as a steering group member of Social Work History Network now in BASW Professional Social Work Magazine, covering the international and important event "Social Work Histories of Complicity and Resistance", in collaboration with Social Welfare History Group.

28th January 2003: Victoria Climbie Inquiry report published, led by Lord Laming, who was tasked with looking into the death of the 8 year old Victoria who had been tortured and murdered by her great-aunt and her boyfriend (Victoria died February 25, 2000).

This day in social work history ⏳ 13th February 2014: Martin Narey’s controversial report into social work education in England published. The report was commissioned by Michael Gove with findings primarily based on "a large number of private interviews" gov.uk/government/new…

This day in social work history ⏳ 27th February 2014: Just two weeks after the Narey report into social work education is published, another government commissioned report into social work education is published - The Croisdale-Appleby report. gov.uk/government/pub…

Uncertainty looms over Indigenous communities in Guatemala. With rising temps, extended droughts & unpredictable weather, even resilient crops are struggling to survive. Support the safeguarding of their farms, futures & hope by getting involved 👉 caweek.org/JV

Ahead of the 80th Anniversary of VE Day, I wrote this piece for the London Gazette. Some great anecdotes in the contemporary press about individual encounters with the King! thegazette.co.uk/all-notices/co…

EU asylum agency bosses favored ‘friendly circle’ for promotions, watchdog finds politico.eu/article/eu-asy…

As the only UK charity dedicated to reuniting children with their families across borders, family is at the heart of everything we do. When it is safe and best for the child, it is always better for them to be raised by their family, and we ensure no child is denied that chance.

This week, #CommonwealthHRU held a capacity-building session in Lilongwe with Malawi Human Rights Commission, Commissioners and staff to boost human rights protection in #Malawi. Chair Chikondi Chijozi expressed appreciation for the continued partnership with the #Commonwealth Secretariat.

Great to see our Cymru Director Professor Samantha Baron Baron at the Inspiring Social Work event his week with Neath Port Talbot Council, helping recruit future social workers! Also great to personally hand over a BASW Amazing Social Worker award to the winner from the authority. #SocialWorkWales

“From North to South, children are being killed and maimed in hospitals, in schools-turned-shelters, in makeshift tents, or in their parents’ arms.” Full statement by UNICEF MENA - يونيسف الشرق الأوسط وشمال إفريقيا’s Edouard Beigbeder on the killing of at least 45 children in the Gaza Strip ⬇️ unicef.org/press-releases…

“Let us seize this momentum with urgency and determination, and work together to build the strongest and most effective United Nations for today and tomorrow.” – António Guterres on #UN80 Initiative Full remarks: is.gd/tzJUk2

Violence & discrimination continue to be a part of everyday life for millions of LGBTIQ+ people around the world. We must push to repeal discriminatory laws, combat violence & end the scapegoating of marginalized communities. Let's realize a vision of a world where everyone can

Pleased to be representing CwealthSocialWk #socialwork at #CHMM2026 in Geneva The Commonwealth Commonwealth Foundation Commonwealth Youth Department of Health and Social Care with CHPA colleagues