Connecting as Resistance - 2026 UON Social Work Student Conference

This in person event will be held on Thursday 30 Apr 2026 to Friday 1 May 2026

Aboriginal artwork on a black background showing blue and white concentric circles connected by diagonal lines, arrows, and dot patterns forming a geometric, network-like design.

Explore how connection, community, and solidarity can act as forms of resistance to inequality and injustice.

The University of Newcastle 4th Year Social Work Student Conference, Connecting as Resistance, presents the thesis research of graduating social work students.

The conference provides a space to share research, amplify emerging social work voices, and explore how connection, community, and solidarity can act as forms of resistance to inequality and injustice.

See the full program and register here

Event Information

  • Date:  Thursday 30 April 2026 from 8:30am - 5:00pm
  • Location: Newcastle (City); Gosford; NU Space