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Association of Oncology Social Work (AOSW)

Welcome! The Association of Oncology Social Work (AOSW) is an international nonprofit organization

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The Association of Oncology Social Work (AOSW) is a non-profit, international, 501(c) 3 organization dedicated to the enhancement of psychosocial services to people with cancer and their families. Created in 1984 by social workers interested in oncology and by existing national cancer organizations, we have over 1000 current members who embrace the AOSW Mission “to advance excellence in the psychosocial care of persons with cancer, their families, and caregivers through networking, education, advocacy, research and resource development.”

10/28/2025

✨ Discover the spiritual gifts within oncology social work.

Join us on December 11 (12–1 PM ET) for “Vicarious Blessing: Recognizing the Spiritual Gifts of Oncology Social Work Practice” with Melissa Stewart, DMin, LCSW-R. Earn 1.0 CE credit while exploring how spiritual awareness can deepen connection and resilience in your work.

🔗 Register now: https://bit.ly/4owm5EV

10/23/2025

💡 Missed the first session or still working on your AOSW abstract?
Join the Research Committee for Abstract Support Session Part 2 on Friday, Oct. 31, 12–1 PM ET for more guidance, Q&A, and feedback to strengthen your submission.

🎃 Don’t let your abstract haunt you! Tune in for this follow-up session and make sure it shines!

Save this link: https://kellen.zoom.us/j/99983121457

10/17/2025

Kimberly (Cary) Demirhan discusses the need for more diversity and inclusivity in clinical trials for patients with cancer.

10/16/2025

💡 Working on your AOSW abstract?
Join the Research Committee’s Abstract Support Session tomorrow, Oct. 17, 12–1 PM ET for guidance, Q&A, and feedback to strengthen your submission.

📅 Mark your calendar and don’t miss this opportunity to refine your abstract!

Join us tomorrow: https://kellen.zoom.us/j/98158853268

10/10/2025

💡 Working on your AOSW abstract?
Join the Research Committee’s Abstract Support Session on Friday, Oct. 17, 12–1 PM ET for guidance, Q&A, and feedback to strengthen your submission.

📅 Mark your calendar and don’t miss this opportunity to refine your abstract!

Save the date: https://kellen.zoom.us/j/98158853268

10/08/2025

🎓 Ready to grow your impact in oncology social work?

AOSW and partners are offering 40 scholarships for ESPEC Oncology a palliative care training program built by social workers, for social workers.

Rolling review starts November 1 | Apply by November 15

Apply by visiting our resources page on aosw.org or use this link: https://bit.ly/431uisu

10/01/2025

🎀 October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month 🎀

A breast cancer diagnosis impacts more than just the individual, it touches families, communities, and systems of care. Oncology social workers play a vital role in supporting that journey, offering resources, counseling, and connection.

This month, we’re proud to spotlight an AOSW Connections article by Kiersten Anderson, MSW, LICSW: “Leveraging Technology to Create Community for Breast Cancer Survivors.”

Read here: https://bit.ly/3Y7SS9e

09/30/2025

🧵 Threads of Support: Nurturing Resilience and Breaking Barriers

Submit your abstract for the AOSW 2026 Annual Conference in Portland, OR, June 10–12!

Topics: OSW practice, Patient Navigation, Effective Supervision and Field Instruction, Ethics, and more.

💡 Deadline: Nov 10, 2025
📌 Mentorship available: email info@aosw.org

Learn more here: https://bit.ly/42giRNs

09/24/2025

Meet your 2026 AOSW Board of Directors! 🎉

💜 President-Elect: Kendolyn Shankle, LCSW-S
💜 Education Director: Sophia Tsesmelis, DSW
💜 Director at Large, SIGs: Katie Tremel, MSW, LCSW

Thank you to everyone who voted and to our amazing members. Your dedication keeps our community strong!

09/17/2025

AOSW partnered with Oncology Central to feature leaders from our Annual Conference.

“Language concordance is a key aspect of equitable cancer care, especially for patients with limited English proficiency who face higher risks of miscommunication and may experience poorer outcomes.”

Read the full interview with Ingrid McFarlane, MSW, LCSW-R (Memorial Sloan Kettering) on practical steps oncologists can take to improve language-equitable care.

Read the article here: https://bit.ly/4gsLE7h

09/15/2025

Join us tomorrow at 1 PM ET for the live AOSW webinar: The Social Work Role in Advancing Equity in Hematopoietic Cell Transplantation & Cellular Therapy

💻 Explore barriers to treatment and gain strategies to advocate for equitable, culturally responsive care.

Register today by visiting our website.

09/12/2025

The latest edition of the OSW News Brief is here! In this biweekly update, you’ll find announcements, news, and everything AOSW-related.

📖 Read here: https://bit.ly/3IglMi4

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