Representing all of social work, social workers, students and NQSW's across Northern Ireland. Find groups, events and resources local to you as a social worker.
Campaigns in Northern Ireland
Take a look at some of the activities and outcomes from campaigns in Northern Ireland and how you can get involved. Your voice inspires our campaigns.
Learn about BASW NI's partnership with the Jordanian Association of Social Work
Jordan has been on journey to professionalise the social work workforce and to introduce social work legislation, regulation of social workers and a common core curriculum. BASW NI is pleased to be able to support our Jordanian colleagues in this work.
Have you been called to respond to the Muckamore public inquiry?
Download the Muckamore Abbey Inquiry Fact Sheet to guide you towards how to approach the inquiry. This document was developed by the BASW/SWU Advice and Representation Service.
Get involved with BASW Northern Ireland
Contact us
Get in touch with the BASW Northern Ireland team. Contact us here or call 028 9067 2366. Address: 542-544 Upper Newtownards Rd, Belfast BT4 3HE
Social Work Professional Support Service
Offering peer to peer support for all social workers and social work students across Northern Ireland to talk through issues and develop their career, by getting support from a trained peer (funded by the Department of Health NI).
Independents local networks
BASW runs independent networks in Northern Ireland.
Special interest groups
Influence policy, promote effective practice and develop your career. Special Interest Groups (SIGs) focus on a particular issue or service area.
Find out more about the established UK-wide special interest groups

Download the BASW Northern Ireland flyer for student members
Discover the benefits of joining BASW as a student in Northern Ireland. Get ahead on your course and chosen career with BASW's discounted membership
BASW NI in the news
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Take a look at events to join in BASW NI
Join one of BASW NI's events with a range of both face-to-face and virtual. Carve out your career path, develop your skills and protect your wellbeing through BASW, the ethical home of social work. (Event bookings are currently offline whist we carry out essential improvements - please bear with us - thank you!)

Download the BASW Northern Ireland membership flyer
Discover the benefits of joining BASW for social workers in Northern Ireland

Top up your CPD
BASW Members can add professional development to your member services account.
National policies and resources in Northern Ireland
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Find out the benefits of BASW membership in Northern Ireland
BASW. By your side, every step of the way. With the British Association of Social Workers you’ll get the resources you need to develop and protect your career – all under one roof. Be one of our 22,000+ voices and together we will drive positive change.