Guest Speaker Professor Robert Bland AM

Students had the privilege of learning from one of Australia’s most respected voices in mental health and social work practice, whose contributions to the AASW Practice Standards and Mental Health Practice Standards continue to shape the profession.

Professor Bland shared valuable insights on self-awareness, ethical practice, lived experience, resilience and the realities of working alongside individuals through some of life’s most challenging moments.

His reflections encouraged students to embrace compassion, courage and professional responsibility as they prepare for their future careers in social work.