This World Social Work Day we are announcing the findings from our inaugural Social Workers Demand Survey. Through the survey we aimed to explore the extent of the shortage of social workers in Aotearoa New Zealand and to provide insights to government agencies and decision makers, as well as the broader sector. The theme of… Read more »
Category: News
Wānanga for the Programme Recognition Standards Review
He ara pūkenga, he ara tauwhiro, hei whakamana mātā wakaThe many pathways of knowledge, the many pathways of social work, upholding the dignity of all Would you like to have a say in the future of social work education in Aotearoa? Save the date! We’re reviewing our education standards. We are inviting volunteer partners and… Read more »
Celebrating Pacific Social Work Symposium
The Social Work Regional Resource Centre of Oceania is holding a symposium ‘Celebrating Pacific Social Work’. The free online event will be held on Tuesday the 15th of March 2022 – World Social Work Day. All social workers are welcome to attend, and you can register to attend via this link.
Strengthening the social work profession
“Social workers are a vital and important workforce, with their work on the frontline more challenging and more valuable than ever as they support their communities” says Sarah Clark, Chief Executive of the Social Workers Registration Board on the first anniversary of mandatory registration for social workers. The introduction of mandatory registration in February last… Read more »
Kaiwhakahaere for the Programme Recognition Standards review have been appointed
He ara pūkenga, he ara tauwhiro, hei whakamana mātā waka The many pathways to knowledge, the many pathways of social work, upholding the dignity of all The Chief Advisor Social Work, Catherine Hughes along with the SWRB is delighted to announce that Carole Adamson and Shirley Ikkala have been appointed as Kaiwhakahaere to co-lead the SWRB’s review of its Programme Recognition Standards. They bring with… Read more »
Pacific facilitators wanted for PRS review
Talofa lava, Mālō e lelei, Kia orana, and warm Pacific greetings. We are seeking Pacific facilitators to join our review of our Education Programme Recognition Standards (PRS). This is in addition to the roles previously announced where we were looking for Pacific people to join our subject matter rōpū. The facilitators will work alongside the… Read more »
Seeking experienced social workers
Call for expressions of interest to become assessors of social work experience and competence He ara pūkenga, he ara tauwhiro, hei whakamana mātā waka The many pathways of knowledge, the many pathways of social work, upholding the dignity of all We are looking for experienced social workers to become kaiarotake for social work applicants applying to register through the S13: Experience pathway. Kaiarotake: Assessors of… Read more »
Programme Recognition Standards review – various roles available
Call for expressions of interest –
We are looking for several people to support the Social Workers Registration Board’s review of its Education Programme Recognition Standards (PRS).
SWRB Chair named on the New Year Honours List
The SWRB is delighted to congratulate SWRB Chair Shannon Pakura on her inclusion in the New Year Honours List 2022. Shannon is passionate in her advocacy and support for the social work profession and the difference that social workers make in people’s lives. Social workers work with many who need assistance, they make time for those who are afraid and alone, and without fuss, they drop off food parcels… Read more »
Social Workers Registration Board Decision on fees and levy changes 2021/22
The Social Workers Registration Board (SWRB) has been consulting on proposals to change our fees and the disciplinary levy for social workers in Aotearoa…
