BPSW beroepsvereniging van professionals in sociaal werk

BPSW is the professional association for social work professionals in the Netherlands. It works to strengthen the quality of social work, support practitioners and represent their professional interests. The association serves social workers across a broad range of fields, including welfare, youth care, employment, healthcare, disability support, homelessness services, forensic care and mental health.

BPSW provides professional resources and guidance to help practitioners develop and maintain good practice. These include a professional code of conduct, profiles defining the social worker’s role, practice guidelines, knowledge dossiers and other knowledge products. Depending on their field, professionals can also find information about registration, quality frameworks, competency and expertise profiles, and specialist groups. The association offers a consultation service for legal and professional-ethics questions and supports professional oversight. Its work also includes initiatives and programs relevant to particular areas of social work, such as youth care and disability support. By bringing together resources for diverse disciplines, BPSW promotes professional standards and helps social workers apply knowledge and guidance in their practice.