Elections, Nominations & Motions Committee
Elections, Nominations & Motions Committee The Elections, Nominations & Motions Committee oversees processes related to Board elections, committee appointments, and member motions. Its role helps support transparency, fairness, and active member involvement within the governance of the IASW. Committee Terms of Reference Committee Members Dearbhla Ni Riordain Chair Patricia Doherty Fiachra Ó Súilleabháin Danielle McGoldrick […]
Membership Committee
HR, Risk & Governance Committee The Board of the Irish Association of Social Workers CLG has established the above Committee to advise and support it regarding its work and responsibilities as a Company in the areas of HR, Risk and Governance. The Committee has been delegated the authority to review all policies and practices as […]
HR, Risk & Governance Committee
HR, Risk & Governance Committee The HR, Risk & Governance Committee supports the Board in areas relating to governance, organisational risk, and human resource responsibilities. Its work helps ensure the IASW continues to operate with integrity, transparency, and accountability. Committee Terms of Reference Committee Members Brian Fitzgerald Deirdre Breen Elaine Humphries Danielle McGoldrick Staff Member […]
Board Committees
Committees of the Board Our Board Committees bring together experienced social workers who help guide key areas of our work, from professional development and governance to advocacy, research, and international engagement. Each committee plays an important role in supporting our members. This is done through ensuring social work voices continue to shape policy, practice, and […]
IASW Strategies & Policies
IASW Strategies & Policies IASW Strategic Plan 2025-2027 Download PDF IASW Constitution March 2023 Download PDF IASW Anti-Racism Strategy 2024-27 – Web Version Download PDF Key Recommendations of Governance Review Download PDF Transition Process For Council Groups Download PDF Transparency and Accountability Policy Download PDF IASW Social Media Policy Download PDF IASW Advocacy Strategy 2021-2024 […]
Board
Board of Directors Board of Directors Our Board of Directors provides leadership, direction, and oversight for the Association. The Board plays an important role in representing members’ interests across key areas. The Board has several sub committees including International Affairs Committee, Journal Committee, HR, Finance Risk and Governance, Membership and Continuous Professional Development. Through the […]
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Who We Are The Irish Association of Social Workers is the national professional body for social workers in the Republic of Ireland. It was founded in 1971 and has a membership of more than 1,800 social workers. Read more IASW Board of Directors The Board of Directors is elected every year by the Membership at […]
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