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30/06/2026
Co-production week: why it matters
Sarah Blackmore, Executive Director - Professional Practice and External Engagement, expresses the importance of co-production in social work practice.
18/06/2026
Apply to join our National Advisory Forum
Are you a social worker, social work student, social work educator or a person with lived experience? You can contribute to our work.
11/06/2026
Media release
Social Work England launches consultations to strengthen social work education and training
People encouraged to give their views on revised education and training standards and guidance
09/06/2026
Reflecting on, Blog, Regulation, AI
Exploring AI in social work practice
In May, Social Work England and Skills for Care hosted a free one-day summit on AI and the future of social work. The event took place in Birmingham and brought together around 400 social workers, AI experts, educators, and people with lived experience to explore how AI can be used responsibly within the profession.
03/06/2026
Change the Script: 4 unseen social work roles making a difference every day
We share the stories of 4 social workers, showing how the profession protects, supports and empowers people.