Social work leadership in changing times
Human relationships, not process or protocol, lie at the heart of effective leadership in adult social work. Read Lyn Romeo's fifth annual report in post as the Chief Social Worker for Adults in England.
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NCASC18: Our voice grows stronger
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National Children and Adult Services (NCASC) conference and exhibition Manchester Central 14-16 November 2018 #NCASC18 is almost upon us and I’m really looking forward to sharing, discussing and debating the important contribution modern social work continues to make across the …
From strength to strength on World Social Work Day
I am very pleased to publish my fourth annual report today to coincide with World Social Work Day. Across the globe, social workers and others involved in health and social care are joining in celebrations to recognise the contribution that …
International Women's Day and what it means to social workers
International Women's Day is a day of recognition and celebration of women globally. It’s the one day of the year that recognises the value that women bring to individual communities and collectively to the world, and showcases the incredible struggles …
NCAS 2017: A test of our mettle
National Children and Adult Services (NCAS) conference and exhibition Bournemouth International Centre 11 - 13 October 2017 Terrorism, political upheaval, domestic tragedies and the apparent one step forward, two steps back of the Brexit negotiations – it’s been an unusual and, …
On World Social Work Day, my annual report echoes themes of community and sustainable environments
I'm very pleased to be publishing my annual report on World Social Work Day. Its theme of promoting community and environmental sustainability chimes well with the direction of travel we find ourselves on for adult social work in England. It …
NCAS 2016: Making a name for ourselves
Right now, it’s a good time to be a social worker. In these times of austerity and uncertainty, I’ll concede, this might seem like a slightly incongruous statement to make, but bear with me. This year, I’m attending the National …
Mutually assured wellbeing
As this year’s Carers Week enters its closing stages, we have had timely reminders of the commitment and honesty of those whose love and care for others is unconditional - and who at times have found themselves in situations where …
Carers and our role in the community
[UPDATE 25 Nov 2016] Today is Carers Rights Day, an annual day of awareness raising led by Carers UK, which not only encourages those in caring roles to seek help for themselves and their loved ones, but also challenges organisations, services …
Autism friendly communities are places we should all want to live
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Education and training, Events, Knowledge and skills, Society
I have often spoken of the value of strong communities and the role of social workers within them. Community is about supporting each other, without prejudice, to get the most out of life. This human rights, citizenship and inclusive approach …