BASW Cymru
@baswcymru.bsky.social
The official Bluesky feed for the British Association of Social Workers Cymru.
Porthiant swyddogol Bluesky ar gyfer Cymdeithas Brydeinig Gweithwyr Cymdeithasol Cymru.
#SocialWorkWales | #GwaithCymdeithasolCymru
Porthiant swyddogol Bluesky ar gyfer Cymdeithas Brydeinig Gweithwyr Cymdeithasol Cymru.
#SocialWorkWales | #GwaithCymdeithasolCymru
FREE for BASW Cymru members - an intro to involuntary celibates: identity, risk, psychology and intervention. Join us at on 12 Nov @ 12pm - 13:30 on Teams. BOOK NOW: new.basw.co.uk/events/basw-...
October 22, 2025 at 2:32 PM
FREE for BASW Cymru members - an intro to involuntary celibates: identity, risk, psychology and intervention. Join us at on 12 Nov @ 12pm - 13:30 on Teams. BOOK NOW: new.basw.co.uk/events/basw-...
It's a wrap on induction visits for the new intake of social work students 2025! Spoke to over 200 students re our work & the benefits of membership. Inspiring & encouraging chats hearing about their personal journeys & motivation for choosing social work. Welcome to Social Work!
October 20, 2025 at 12:47 PM
It's a wrap on induction visits for the new intake of social work students 2025! Spoke to over 200 students re our work & the benefits of membership. Inspiring & encouraging chats hearing about their personal journeys & motivation for choosing social work. Welcome to Social Work!
BASW is giving public evidence to the UK Covid Inquiry on Monday - focusing on the impact of the pandemic on children & young people, with BASW having already submitted evidence on adult social care. We are the only SW org involved in the inquiry.
Livestream @ 12pm: www.youtube.com/@UKCovid-19I...
Livestream @ 12pm: www.youtube.com/@UKCovid-19I...
October 10, 2025 at 10:32 AM
BASW is giving public evidence to the UK Covid Inquiry on Monday - focusing on the impact of the pandemic on children & young people, with BASW having already submitted evidence on adult social care. We are the only SW org involved in the inquiry.
Livestream @ 12pm: www.youtube.com/@UKCovid-19I...
Livestream @ 12pm: www.youtube.com/@UKCovid-19I...
We are at @plaidcymru.bsky.social Autumn Conference today in Swansea - pop over and say hello!
October 10, 2025 at 7:47 AM
We are at @plaidcymru.bsky.social Autumn Conference today in Swansea - pop over and say hello!
Such an honour to Chair a symposium on co-producing cultural competence training for children’s hospices funded by Marie Curie and led by Dr Wahida Kent, Swansea University and Tracy Jones, Ty Hafan showcasing the collaborative journey between parent carers, children’s hospices and academic partners
September 12, 2025 at 2:54 PM
Such an honour to Chair a symposium on co-producing cultural competence training for children’s hospices funded by Marie Curie and led by Dr Wahida Kent, Swansea University and Tracy Jones, Ty Hafan showcasing the collaborative journey between parent carers, children’s hospices and academic partners
Have your say - join us on Tues 16 Sept from 5:30pm for a discussion to respond to Welsh Govt consultation on the national strategy for preventing & responding to child sexual abuse. Book your place: new.basw.co.uk/events/basw-...
August 28, 2025 at 5:37 PM
Have your say - join us on Tues 16 Sept from 5:30pm for a discussion to respond to Welsh Govt consultation on the national strategy for preventing & responding to child sexual abuse. Book your place: new.basw.co.uk/events/basw-...
In partnership with Carers Wales, Carers Trust Wales and Social Care Wales, this series of events are running between September this year and February 2026.
FREE to ALL social workers across Wales, regardless of BASW membership.
Book now: basw.co.uk/upcoming-bas....
FREE to ALL social workers across Wales, regardless of BASW membership.
Book now: basw.co.uk/upcoming-bas....
August 8, 2025 at 8:30 AM
In partnership with Carers Wales, Carers Trust Wales and Social Care Wales, this series of events are running between September this year and February 2026.
FREE to ALL social workers across Wales, regardless of BASW membership.
Book now: basw.co.uk/upcoming-bas....
FREE to ALL social workers across Wales, regardless of BASW membership.
Book now: basw.co.uk/upcoming-bas....
Professional Support Service: Coaching for Social Workers
This service is FREE to all social workers and SW students in Wales thanks to Welsh Government, regardless of if you are a BASW member or not.
Find out more about the service and sign up at: basw.co.uk/support/soci...
This service is FREE to all social workers and SW students in Wales thanks to Welsh Government, regardless of if you are a BASW member or not.
Find out more about the service and sign up at: basw.co.uk/support/soci...
August 8, 2025 at 8:27 AM
Professional Support Service: Coaching for Social Workers
This service is FREE to all social workers and SW students in Wales thanks to Welsh Government, regardless of if you are a BASW member or not.
Find out more about the service and sign up at: basw.co.uk/support/soci...
This service is FREE to all social workers and SW students in Wales thanks to Welsh Government, regardless of if you are a BASW member or not.
Find out more about the service and sign up at: basw.co.uk/support/soci...
Gwasanaeth Cymorth Proffesiynol: Hyfforddiant i Weithwyr Cymdeithasol
Mae’r gwasanaeth hwn AM DDIM i bob gweithiwr cymdeithasol a myfyriwr GC yng Nghymru diolch i Lywodraeth Cymru, p’un a ydych yn aelod o BASW ai peidio.
Dysgwch fwy: basw.co.uk/support/soci...
Mae’r gwasanaeth hwn AM DDIM i bob gweithiwr cymdeithasol a myfyriwr GC yng Nghymru diolch i Lywodraeth Cymru, p’un a ydych yn aelod o BASW ai peidio.
Dysgwch fwy: basw.co.uk/support/soci...
August 8, 2025 at 8:26 AM
Gwasanaeth Cymorth Proffesiynol: Hyfforddiant i Weithwyr Cymdeithasol
Mae’r gwasanaeth hwn AM DDIM i bob gweithiwr cymdeithasol a myfyriwr GC yng Nghymru diolch i Lywodraeth Cymru, p’un a ydych yn aelod o BASW ai peidio.
Dysgwch fwy: basw.co.uk/support/soci...
Mae’r gwasanaeth hwn AM DDIM i bob gweithiwr cymdeithasol a myfyriwr GC yng Nghymru diolch i Lywodraeth Cymru, p’un a ydych yn aelod o BASW ai peidio.
Dysgwch fwy: basw.co.uk/support/soci...
To all of you who are at this year's Eisteddfod in Wrexham, we hope you are having an amazing time!
I chi gyd sydd yn yr Eisteddfod yn Wrecsam eleni, gobeithio eich bod chi'n cael amser ardderchog!
@basw-uk.bsky.social @swu-uk.bsky.social
I chi gyd sydd yn yr Eisteddfod yn Wrecsam eleni, gobeithio eich bod chi'n cael amser ardderchog!
@basw-uk.bsky.social @swu-uk.bsky.social
August 6, 2025 at 8:36 AM
To all of you who are at this year's Eisteddfod in Wrexham, we hope you are having an amazing time!
I chi gyd sydd yn yr Eisteddfod yn Wrecsam eleni, gobeithio eich bod chi'n cael amser ardderchog!
@basw-uk.bsky.social @swu-uk.bsky.social
I chi gyd sydd yn yr Eisteddfod yn Wrecsam eleni, gobeithio eich bod chi'n cael amser ardderchog!
@basw-uk.bsky.social @swu-uk.bsky.social
BASW Cymru FREE THIS WEEK: The meaningful recording of personal outcomes
Wed 23 July 2025 - 12:30pm-30pm (virtual)
We'll explore what we mean by personal outcomes and some of the challenges and opportunities in recording them.
Info and book: basw.co.uk/upcoming-bas....
@basw-uk.bsky.social
Wed 23 July 2025 - 12:30pm-30pm (virtual)
We'll explore what we mean by personal outcomes and some of the challenges and opportunities in recording them.
Info and book: basw.co.uk/upcoming-bas....
@basw-uk.bsky.social
July 21, 2025 at 8:47 AM
BASW Cymru FREE THIS WEEK: The meaningful recording of personal outcomes
Wed 23 July 2025 - 12:30pm-30pm (virtual)
We'll explore what we mean by personal outcomes and some of the challenges and opportunities in recording them.
Info and book: basw.co.uk/upcoming-bas....
@basw-uk.bsky.social
Wed 23 July 2025 - 12:30pm-30pm (virtual)
We'll explore what we mean by personal outcomes and some of the challenges and opportunities in recording them.
Info and book: basw.co.uk/upcoming-bas....
@basw-uk.bsky.social
Next Senedd term to rule assisted dying
A decision to provide assisted dying services in the Welsh NHS would not come until after the next Senedd election in May 2026, the Welsh Government Health Secretary Jeremy Miles MS has said this week.
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A decision to provide assisted dying services in the Welsh NHS would not come until after the next Senedd election in May 2026, the Welsh Government Health Secretary Jeremy Miles MS has said this week.
@basw-uk.bsky.social @gofcymdeithasol.bsky.social
July 18, 2025 at 11:26 AM
Next Senedd term to rule assisted dying
A decision to provide assisted dying services in the Welsh NHS would not come until after the next Senedd election in May 2026, the Welsh Government Health Secretary Jeremy Miles MS has said this week.
@basw-uk.bsky.social @gofcymdeithasol.bsky.social
A decision to provide assisted dying services in the Welsh NHS would not come until after the next Senedd election in May 2026, the Welsh Government Health Secretary Jeremy Miles MS has said this week.
@basw-uk.bsky.social @gofcymdeithasol.bsky.social
Tymor nesaf y Senedd i reoli marw â chymorth
Ni fyddai penderfyniad i ddarparu gwasanaethau marw â chymorth yn GIG Cymru yn cael ei wneud tan ar ôl etholiad nesaf y Senedd ym mis Mai 2026, meddai Ysgrifennydd Iechyd Llywodraeth Cymru, Jeremy Miles AS, yr wythnos hon.
@basw-uk.bsky.social
Ni fyddai penderfyniad i ddarparu gwasanaethau marw â chymorth yn GIG Cymru yn cael ei wneud tan ar ôl etholiad nesaf y Senedd ym mis Mai 2026, meddai Ysgrifennydd Iechyd Llywodraeth Cymru, Jeremy Miles AS, yr wythnos hon.
@basw-uk.bsky.social
July 18, 2025 at 11:24 AM
Tymor nesaf y Senedd i reoli marw â chymorth
Ni fyddai penderfyniad i ddarparu gwasanaethau marw â chymorth yn GIG Cymru yn cael ei wneud tan ar ôl etholiad nesaf y Senedd ym mis Mai 2026, meddai Ysgrifennydd Iechyd Llywodraeth Cymru, Jeremy Miles AS, yr wythnos hon.
@basw-uk.bsky.social
Ni fyddai penderfyniad i ddarparu gwasanaethau marw â chymorth yn GIG Cymru yn cael ei wneud tan ar ôl etholiad nesaf y Senedd ym mis Mai 2026, meddai Ysgrifennydd Iechyd Llywodraeth Cymru, Jeremy Miles AS, yr wythnos hon.
@basw-uk.bsky.social
BASW’s new approach to tackling discrimination in the social work workplace.
Shades of Bias is a versatile case study template designed to enable critical reflection on how discrimination, oppression & racism manifests in social work & beyond.
More: basw.co.uk/shades-bias-...
@basw-uk.bsky.social
Shades of Bias is a versatile case study template designed to enable critical reflection on how discrimination, oppression & racism manifests in social work & beyond.
More: basw.co.uk/shades-bias-...
@basw-uk.bsky.social
July 18, 2025 at 11:04 AM
BASW’s new approach to tackling discrimination in the social work workplace.
Shades of Bias is a versatile case study template designed to enable critical reflection on how discrimination, oppression & racism manifests in social work & beyond.
More: basw.co.uk/shades-bias-...
@basw-uk.bsky.social
Shades of Bias is a versatile case study template designed to enable critical reflection on how discrimination, oppression & racism manifests in social work & beyond.
More: basw.co.uk/shades-bias-...
@basw-uk.bsky.social
BASW has written to the Minister for Social Security & Disability, Sir Stephen Timms MP urging the UK Gov to ensure that Access to Work remains a robust, accessible and equitable scheme that supports—not hinders—disabled people’s right to work.
More: basw.co.uk/articles/bas...
@basw-uk.bsky.social
More: basw.co.uk/articles/bas...
@basw-uk.bsky.social
July 18, 2025 at 10:54 AM
BASW has written to the Minister for Social Security & Disability, Sir Stephen Timms MP urging the UK Gov to ensure that Access to Work remains a robust, accessible and equitable scheme that supports—not hinders—disabled people’s right to work.
More: basw.co.uk/articles/bas...
@basw-uk.bsky.social
More: basw.co.uk/articles/bas...
@basw-uk.bsky.social
Gwasanaeth Cymorth Proffesiynol: Hyfforddiant i Weithwyr Cymdeithasol
Mae’r gwasanaeth hwn AM DDIM i bob gweithiwr cymdeithasol a myfyriwr GC yng Nghymru diolch i Lywodraeth Cymru, p’un a ydych yn aelod o BASW ai peidio.
basw.co.uk/support/soci...
@basw-uk.bsky.social @gofcymdeithasol.bsky.social
Mae’r gwasanaeth hwn AM DDIM i bob gweithiwr cymdeithasol a myfyriwr GC yng Nghymru diolch i Lywodraeth Cymru, p’un a ydych yn aelod o BASW ai peidio.
basw.co.uk/support/soci...
@basw-uk.bsky.social @gofcymdeithasol.bsky.social
July 18, 2025 at 10:46 AM
Gwasanaeth Cymorth Proffesiynol: Hyfforddiant i Weithwyr Cymdeithasol
Mae’r gwasanaeth hwn AM DDIM i bob gweithiwr cymdeithasol a myfyriwr GC yng Nghymru diolch i Lywodraeth Cymru, p’un a ydych yn aelod o BASW ai peidio.
basw.co.uk/support/soci...
@basw-uk.bsky.social @gofcymdeithasol.bsky.social
Mae’r gwasanaeth hwn AM DDIM i bob gweithiwr cymdeithasol a myfyriwr GC yng Nghymru diolch i Lywodraeth Cymru, p’un a ydych yn aelod o BASW ai peidio.
basw.co.uk/support/soci...
@basw-uk.bsky.social @gofcymdeithasol.bsky.social
BASW Cymru FREE event NEXT WEEK: Meaningful recording of personal outcomes
Wed 23 July 2025 - 12:30pm-30pm (virtual)
We'll explore what we mean by personal outcomes and some of the challenges and opportunities in recording them.
Info and book: basw.co.uk/upcoming-bas....
@basw-uk.bsky.social
Wed 23 July 2025 - 12:30pm-30pm (virtual)
We'll explore what we mean by personal outcomes and some of the challenges and opportunities in recording them.
Info and book: basw.co.uk/upcoming-bas....
@basw-uk.bsky.social
July 18, 2025 at 10:41 AM
BASW Cymru FREE event NEXT WEEK: Meaningful recording of personal outcomes
Wed 23 July 2025 - 12:30pm-30pm (virtual)
We'll explore what we mean by personal outcomes and some of the challenges and opportunities in recording them.
Info and book: basw.co.uk/upcoming-bas....
@basw-uk.bsky.social
Wed 23 July 2025 - 12:30pm-30pm (virtual)
We'll explore what we mean by personal outcomes and some of the challenges and opportunities in recording them.
Info and book: basw.co.uk/upcoming-bas....
@basw-uk.bsky.social
Welcome to BASW UK - 23 July, 12pm
This online lunch time session will provide an opportunity for members to learn more about BASW UK activities, your membership benefits, advice and representation and how you can access CPD and more.
Register new.basw.co.uk/events/welco...
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This online lunch time session will provide an opportunity for members to learn more about BASW UK activities, your membership benefits, advice and representation and how you can access CPD and more.
Register new.basw.co.uk/events/welco...
@basw-uk.bsky.social
July 16, 2025 at 11:19 AM
Welcome to BASW UK - 23 July, 12pm
This online lunch time session will provide an opportunity for members to learn more about BASW UK activities, your membership benefits, advice and representation and how you can access CPD and more.
Register new.basw.co.uk/events/welco...
@basw-uk.bsky.social
This online lunch time session will provide an opportunity for members to learn more about BASW UK activities, your membership benefits, advice and representation and how you can access CPD and more.
Register new.basw.co.uk/events/welco...
@basw-uk.bsky.social
BASW has written to the Minister for Social Security and Disability, Sir Stephen Timms MP urging the UK Gov' to ensure that Access to Work remains a robust, accessible, and equitable scheme that supports—not hinders—disabled people’s right to work.
basw.co.uk/articles/bas...
@basw-uk.bsky.social
basw.co.uk/articles/bas...
@basw-uk.bsky.social
July 16, 2025 at 10:56 AM
BASW has written to the Minister for Social Security and Disability, Sir Stephen Timms MP urging the UK Gov' to ensure that Access to Work remains a robust, accessible, and equitable scheme that supports—not hinders—disabled people’s right to work.
basw.co.uk/articles/bas...
@basw-uk.bsky.social
basw.co.uk/articles/bas...
@basw-uk.bsky.social
***FREE THIS WEEK***
Carers Aware training for social workers, Wednesday, 16 July 2025 – 9.30am – 11am (virtual)
Book your place now: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/carer-awar...
@basw-uk.bsky.social @carerswales.bsky.social @carerstrust.bsky.social @swu-uk.bsky.social @socialcarewales.bsky.social
Carers Aware training for social workers, Wednesday, 16 July 2025 – 9.30am – 11am (virtual)
Book your place now: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/carer-awar...
@basw-uk.bsky.social @carerswales.bsky.social @carerstrust.bsky.social @swu-uk.bsky.social @socialcarewales.bsky.social
July 14, 2025 at 8:40 AM
***FREE THIS WEEK***
Carers Aware training for social workers, Wednesday, 16 July 2025 – 9.30am – 11am (virtual)
Book your place now: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/carer-awar...
@basw-uk.bsky.social @carerswales.bsky.social @carerstrust.bsky.social @swu-uk.bsky.social @socialcarewales.bsky.social
Carers Aware training for social workers, Wednesday, 16 July 2025 – 9.30am – 11am (virtual)
Book your place now: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/carer-awar...
@basw-uk.bsky.social @carerswales.bsky.social @carerstrust.bsky.social @swu-uk.bsky.social @socialcarewales.bsky.social
The UK Government can still reconsider its flawed #WelfareBill.
BASW, together with other advocacy groups, has called on MPs to reject the proposals today and instead collaborate with disabled individuals to co-design all disability benefits reforms.
More: www.birminghammail.co.uk/news/cost-of...
BASW, together with other advocacy groups, has called on MPs to reject the proposals today and instead collaborate with disabled individuals to co-design all disability benefits reforms.
More: www.birminghammail.co.uk/news/cost-of...
July 9, 2025 at 2:09 PM
The UK Government can still reconsider its flawed #WelfareBill.
BASW, together with other advocacy groups, has called on MPs to reject the proposals today and instead collaborate with disabled individuals to co-design all disability benefits reforms.
More: www.birminghammail.co.uk/news/cost-of...
BASW, together with other advocacy groups, has called on MPs to reject the proposals today and instead collaborate with disabled individuals to co-design all disability benefits reforms.
More: www.birminghammail.co.uk/news/cost-of...
UK Covid Inquiry: Watch Dr Ruth Allen give evidence last week
Thanks all social workers who contributed. It was nice to hear Lady Hallett acknowledge that the role of social work is now being heard in this crucial inquiry.
Watch back: youtube.com/watch?v=Fpmb...
@basw-uk.bsky.social
Thanks all social workers who contributed. It was nice to hear Lady Hallett acknowledge that the role of social work is now being heard in this crucial inquiry.
Watch back: youtube.com/watch?v=Fpmb...
@basw-uk.bsky.social
July 9, 2025 at 12:50 PM
UK Covid Inquiry: Watch Dr Ruth Allen give evidence last week
Thanks all social workers who contributed. It was nice to hear Lady Hallett acknowledge that the role of social work is now being heard in this crucial inquiry.
Watch back: youtube.com/watch?v=Fpmb...
@basw-uk.bsky.social
Thanks all social workers who contributed. It was nice to hear Lady Hallett acknowledge that the role of social work is now being heard in this crucial inquiry.
Watch back: youtube.com/watch?v=Fpmb...
@basw-uk.bsky.social
Professional Support Service: Coaching for Social Workers
This service is FREE to all social workers and SW students in Wales thanks to Welsh Gov, regardless of if you are a BASW member or not.
Find out more about the service and sign up at: basw.co.uk/support/soci...
@basw-uk.bsky.social
This service is FREE to all social workers and SW students in Wales thanks to Welsh Gov, regardless of if you are a BASW member or not.
Find out more about the service and sign up at: basw.co.uk/support/soci...
@basw-uk.bsky.social
July 8, 2025 at 10:24 AM
Professional Support Service: Coaching for Social Workers
This service is FREE to all social workers and SW students in Wales thanks to Welsh Gov, regardless of if you are a BASW member or not.
Find out more about the service and sign up at: basw.co.uk/support/soci...
@basw-uk.bsky.social
This service is FREE to all social workers and SW students in Wales thanks to Welsh Gov, regardless of if you are a BASW member or not.
Find out more about the service and sign up at: basw.co.uk/support/soci...
@basw-uk.bsky.social
Gwasanaeth Cymorth Proffesiynol: Hyfforddiant i Weithwyr Cymdeithasol
Mae’r gwasanaeth hwn AM DDIM i bob gweithiwr cymdeithasol a myfyriwr GC yng Nghymru diolch i Lywodraeth Cymru, p’un a ydych yn aelod o BASW ai peidio.
Dysgwch fwy: basw.co.uk/support/soci...
@basw-uk.bsky.social
Mae’r gwasanaeth hwn AM DDIM i bob gweithiwr cymdeithasol a myfyriwr GC yng Nghymru diolch i Lywodraeth Cymru, p’un a ydych yn aelod o BASW ai peidio.
Dysgwch fwy: basw.co.uk/support/soci...
@basw-uk.bsky.social
July 8, 2025 at 10:23 AM
Gwasanaeth Cymorth Proffesiynol: Hyfforddiant i Weithwyr Cymdeithasol
Mae’r gwasanaeth hwn AM DDIM i bob gweithiwr cymdeithasol a myfyriwr GC yng Nghymru diolch i Lywodraeth Cymru, p’un a ydych yn aelod o BASW ai peidio.
Dysgwch fwy: basw.co.uk/support/soci...
@basw-uk.bsky.social
Mae’r gwasanaeth hwn AM DDIM i bob gweithiwr cymdeithasol a myfyriwr GC yng Nghymru diolch i Lywodraeth Cymru, p’un a ydych yn aelod o BASW ai peidio.
Dysgwch fwy: basw.co.uk/support/soci...
@basw-uk.bsky.social
Book your FREE place now!
Wednesday, 16 July 2025 – 9.30am – 11am (virtual)
Delivered by Carers Wales and Carers Trust Wales, with support from us and Social Care Wales
Go to: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/carer-awar...
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Wednesday, 16 July 2025 – 9.30am – 11am (virtual)
Delivered by Carers Wales and Carers Trust Wales, with support from us and Social Care Wales
Go to: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/carer-awar...
@carerswales.bsky.social @socialcarewales.bsky.social @basw-uk.bsky.social
July 8, 2025 at 9:17 AM
Book your FREE place now!
Wednesday, 16 July 2025 – 9.30am – 11am (virtual)
Delivered by Carers Wales and Carers Trust Wales, with support from us and Social Care Wales
Go to: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/carer-awar...
@carerswales.bsky.social @socialcarewales.bsky.social @basw-uk.bsky.social
Wednesday, 16 July 2025 – 9.30am – 11am (virtual)
Delivered by Carers Wales and Carers Trust Wales, with support from us and Social Care Wales
Go to: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/carer-awar...
@carerswales.bsky.social @socialcarewales.bsky.social @basw-uk.bsky.social