Bendigo Social Work Professional Network & 30 Years of Social Work Education Celebration

You are warmly invited to join us for two special Social Work events on Wednesday, 29 July.

The Inaugural Bendigo Social Work Professional Network Meeting

3.00pm – 4.30pm

You are warmly invited to join us for the inaugural Bendigo Social Work Professional Network meeting.

At the meeting there will be opportunities to connect, share ideas, and discuss what we would like the purpose of the Network to be.

30 Years Strong: Celebrating La Trobe Social Work

5.00pm – 7.00pm

Join us as we celebrate 30 years of Social Work education at Bendigo La Trobe University.

This special occasion recognises three decades of excellence in social work education and the many graduates who have made lasting contributions to the profession and the communities they serve.

The celebration will include:

• An alumni panel discussion featuring graduates from across the decades, reflecting on how Social Work education in Bendigo has shaped their professional journeys and influenced practice.
• Guest speakers.
• Opportunities to reconnect with colleagues, educators, graduates, students and community partners.

We hope you will join us in recognising this significant milestone and celebrating the enduring impact of Social Work education in Bendigo.

Registration Options

Please select one of the following ticket types:

• Professional Network Meeting only (3.00pm – 4.30pm)
• 30-Year Celebration only (5.00pm – 7.00pm)
• Attend both events

Venue

La Trobe University Bendigo Campus

• Professional Network Meeting – Health Science 2 (Enter via Sharon Street). Level 3, Room: HHS2 333 & 334
• 30-Year Celebration – Library Gallery space.

Share Your Social Work Story

As part of the 30 Years Strong celebration, we are creating a digital collection of reflections from graduates, students, educators, placement supervisors and community partners. When registering, please add your reflection via our padlet – https://padlet.com/lsemmens/my-delightful-padlet-xrht2v28d81cf9xy

These events have been collaboratively developed by social work staff and partners from La Trobe University, Bendigo Health, Centre for Non-Violence and Annie North, reflecting our shared commitment to social work education, practice and professional collaboration.

We look forward to welcoming you.