A list of upcoming events in the SWU calendar
We are looking for SWU members committed to social work and trade unionism, who can represent the decision-making process covering members and offer insight and accountability. Executive Members play a key part in setting SWU’s direction and overseeing its aims and mission, as part of SWU’s three-year plan. As you may have read in the…
It is a tremendous honour to be appointed as Interim Chair of the Social Workers Union at such an important moment in our union’s history.
On behalf of members, colleagues, partners and friends of SWU, we thank John McGowan for 10 remarkable years of leadership and dedicated service.
Learn more John McGowan, Social Workers Union General Secretary from 2016–2026
Four social work students / apprentices have each won a prize of £500 for their outstanding essays on solidarity and hope.
SWU Ambassador Dr Neil Thompson makes a case for the kind of leadership development our field actually needs.
We are pleased to announce the result of the election: Dave Callow has been elected as SWU General Secretary.
Learn more SWU General Secretary Election 2026 Result Announcement