SLASW Membership
Join a dynamic community of certified social workers in Sierra Leone and enhance your professional standing with the Sierra Leone Association of Social Workers (SLASW). As a member, you will enjoy exclusive benefits, including professional growth opportunities and the chance to make a significant impact in the field.
Membership Benefits
Professional Network
Connect with a diverse community of social workers across Sierra Leone to share knowledge and expand your professional circle.
Exclusive Resources
Access members-only content, tools, and resources tailored to your professional development needs.
Verified Status
Enhance your credibility as a certified social worker with a listing in our public directory.
Continuous Learning
Stay informed about the latest social work practices through our Continuous Professional Development (CPD) programs.
Annual Membership
SLASW membership is renewed annually. Stay connected to your professional community and maintain your certified status year-round.
Full Membership
For graduates in Social Work from recognized tertiary institutions.
SLE 250
- ✓ Full access to member benefits.
- ✓ Listing in the professionals and members’ directory..
- ✓ Access to exclusive member content and resources.
- ✓ Professional development opportunities.
- ✓ Priority access to networking events and conferences
- ✓ Voting rights and delegate status at the Annual General Meeting, allowing you to shape the Association’s future.
Associate Membership
Open to individuals who are not graduates in social work, but with over five years of practical experience in social work or approved practitioners from other countries.
SLE 250
- ✓ Access to member benefits.
- ✓ Listing in the members’ directory.
- ✓ Access to exclusive member content and resources.
- ✓ Professional development opportunities.
- ✓ Access to networking events and conferences.
- ✓ Observer status at the Annual General Meeting, providing insights into the Association’s proceedings and fostering professional connections.
Honorary Membership
Awarded to individuals recognized for exceptional contributions to the social work profession or SLASW’s objectives, granted after recommendation and approval at the Annual General Meeting.
SLE 250
- ✓ Access to member benefits.
- ✓ Listing in the members’ directory.
- ✓ Access to exclusive member content and resources.
- ✓ Access to networking events and conferences.
- ✓ Observer status at the Annual General Meeting, allowing you to follow the Association’s growth and initiatives.
Student Membership
For students enrolled in a recognized social work program and actively participating in their university’s Social Work Students’ Association, with SLASW accreditation.
SLE 150
- ✓ Access to exclusive student resources.
- ✓ Mentorship programs with senior social workers.
- ✓ Discounts on professional workshops and seminars.
- ✓ Networking opportunities with certified members and Exchange opportunities with colleagues.
- ✓ Observer status at the Annual General Meeting, offering exposure to the professional world and connecting academic studies with real-world social work.
Membership Application Process
Complete Application
Fill out our online application form with your professional details.
Document Verification
Upload necessary documents to verify your social work credentials.
Pay Annual Fee
Process the annual membership fee through our secure payment system.
Account Activation
Once approved, your account will be activated, granting you full member benefits.
Member Dashboard
Access exclusive content, update your profile, and manage your membership through our secure member dashboard.
Member LoginSocial Worker Directory
Search our public directory to verify a social worker's membership status and credentials.