Opening session: envisioning the future of social work in England
Monday 18 March, 10am to 11am
Sessions in Social Work England's Social Work Week 2024 programme.
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Envisioning the future of social work in England
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Opening session: envisioning the future of social work in England
Monday 18 March, 10am to 11am
About this session
Speakers from Social Work England, the National Advisory Forum and Beverley Tarka, President of the Association of Directors of Adult Social Services, will discuss:
- building trust and confidence in the social work profession, and in regulation, by strengthening our relationship with the sector
- collaborating with other sector leaders to develop a clear and shared understanding of risks to the public and agree how to manage those risks
- the important role initial education plays in establishing a strong foundation for social work professional practice and ongoing professional development
Speakers
- Colum Conway – Chief Executive, Social Work England
- Matthew Devlin – Head of Strategic Engagement, Social Work England
- Beverley Tarka – President at Association of Directors of Adult Social Services
- Members of the National Advisory Forum