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2026 Social Work Congress (2026 SWC)

November 18 - November 20

The Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW) invites submissions for the 2026 Social Work Congress (2026 SWC), to be held at the Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre from Wednesday 18 – Friday 20 November 2026.

We encourage contributions from practitioners, researchers, educators, students, people with lived experience, and community partners. Abstracts must be relevant to social work and clearly identify the topic area(s) addressed.

We welcome diverse forms of knowledge and experience – including practice innovations, program evaluations, policy initiatives, research findings, or co-designed projects – provided they contribute to advancing social work in Australia.

Why present?

Presenting at the 2026 SWC is a chance to:

  • Share your knowledge, research and practice innovations with a national audience.
  • Raise your profile as a leader and contribute to shaping the direction of the profession.
  • Connect with colleagues, academics, and policy makers to build valuable networks.
  • Inspire and be inspired by peers committed to advancing social justice and community wellbeing.
  • Join national and international experts and showcase your work in the leading Congress in Social Work.

 

Download the call for abstracts

Submit your abstract here

 

Key dates

Monday 30 March 2026Deadline for receipt of abstracts
Friday 17 April – Friday 15 May 2026Abstract review process
Monday 25 May 2026Authors notified regarding abstract submission
Monday 8 June 2026Deadline for presenting authors to register
Friday 31 July 2026Closing of early bird registration

Awards & prizes

The Congress Management Committee will award the following prizes:

  • Best Abstract – AU$500: All abstracts will be judged during the abstract reviewing process. The best abstract will receive AU$500.
  • Best Static Poster – AU$250: During the Congress, all static posters will be judged onsite at the Congress venue. The best Static poster will be awarded AU$250.
  • NEW Best Spotlight Presentation – AU$250: During the Congress, all spotlight presentations will be judged onsite at the Congress venue. The best spotlight will be awarded AU$250.

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