During our AGM, our guest speaker, Wakefield Brewster, shared his powerful art and poetry with us. One of the poems, The Human Movement, is dedicated to social workers, and we are grateful that Wakefield has graciously allowed us to share it with our community.

Greetings,

Please note that the SWAA offices will be closed on Tuesday, September 30, 2025, in observance of Truth and Reconciliation Day.

During this time, our team will not be available and will not have access to emails. Regular office operations will resume on Wednesday, October 1, 2025.

Thank you for your continued support.

Warm regards,
SWAA Team

Greetings,

Please note that the SWAA offices will be closed on Tuesday, September 30, 2025, in observance of Truth and Reconciliation Day.

During this time, our team will not be available and will not have access to emails. Regular office operations will resume on Wednesday, October 1, 2025.

Thank you for your continued support.

Warm regards,
SWAA Team

Greetings,

Please note that the SWAA offices will be closed from Monday, September 1, 2025.

During this time, our team will not be available and will not have access to emails. Regular office operations will resume on Tuesday, September 2, 2025.

Thank you for your continued support.

Warm regards,
SWAA Team

The Social Workers Association of Alberta (SWAA) is proud to introduce the Mentorship Community, a province-wide initiative designed to foster connection, growth, and support within the social work profession.

July Jolt: Igniting Purpose, Powering Change

Fueling Momentum, Driving Impact.

Alberta College of Social Workers (ACSW) registration requirements now include:

• Proof of Liability Insurance

• 5 million dollars minimum coverage

• Coverage must include legal defense 

This month, we invite social workers across Alberta to take the next step: moving from connection to collective action. Through advocacy, community impact, and professional growth, we are building a united voice that drives meaningful change.

Spring Into Savings!

Join or renew your SWAA membership for 2025 and enjoy 25% off during the month of May. Not a member yet? Now is the perfect time to join and help shape a stronger, more connected future for social work in Alberta.

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The ACSW is creating practice guidance regarding Psychedelic Assisted Psychotherapy and as part of that process has established a consultation process. Please see The guidance document

April Action is about more than connection—it’s about representation in action. It’s about coming together to amplify voices, advocate for change, and strengthen our collective presence across the province and beyond. This month, we continue the work of uniting as a profession— grounded in shared values, driven by collaboration, and committed to collective impact.

We want to extend a heartfelt thank you to everyone who helped bring this month to life. Whether you submitted content, shared your voice, or engaged with us on social media or by email—liking, commenting, tagging, or resharing—your participation made a meaningful impact.

7th International Indigenous Voices in Social Work Conference (IIVSW) will take place in Calgary, Alberta, Canada from August 12-15, 2025, at the MacEwan Conference and Event Centre. This year, One Child Every Child, an initiative of UCalgary, will be the event host.

Call for Abstracts – Deadline Extended

SWAA Executive Director Angela Fawcett and President Arlene Eaton-Erickson attended the legislature March 17th in celebration of Social Work week 2025. 

Julia Nicholls, Treasurer for the Social Work Association of Alberta (SWAA) would like to welcome everybody to SWAA Social Work Month 2025!!

Victoria Ige Onah, Secretary for the Social Work Association of Alberta Board of Directors, & Board Member, would like to welcome everybody to SWAA Social Work Month 2025!!

Cardinal Fomradas, member of the Board of Directors for the Social Work Association of Alberta (SWAA) would like to welcome everybody to SWAA Social Work Month 2025!!