STUDENT & GRADUATE STORIES
IHM BSW Graduates' Inspiring Testimonies
IHM Bachelor of Social Work graduates
LIFE AT IHM
A community that learns together.
Events, student voice, support and stories from the School of Social Work.
STUDENT STORIES
Hear the people making their way
STAFF STORIES
Hear from our Expert
HEAR FROM OUR EXPERTS
Why Choose Social Work at IHM?
Prof. Abraham Francis
IN THEIR WORDS
Voices that stay with you
“Humanity is the only thing that stands above everything else - caste, creed, or religion.”- Muzammil Khan, BSW Student (Pakistan)IHM School of Social Work
“Humanity is the only thing that stands above everything else - caste, creed, or religion.”
Muzammil Khan, BSW Student (Pakistan)
“Numbers never changed lives. People do.”- Ali Hamza, BSW Student & Former Chartered Accountant (Pakistan)IHM School of Social Work
“Numbers never changed lives. People do.”
Ali Hamza, BSW Student & Former Chartered Accountant (Pakistan)
“There's a difference between caring and knowing how to care. This course teaches the second.”- Mukul, BSW Student (Haryana, India)IHM School of Social Work
“There's a difference between caring and knowing how to care. This course teaches the second.”
Mukul, BSW Student (Haryana, India)
ACTIVITIES & EVENTS
Learning beyond the classroom
Discover workshops, guest sessions, community connections and celebrations from the School of Social Work.
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Wayapa Wuurrk
Exploring the deep connection between Country, wellbeing and Indigenous wisdom.
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Back on campus and ready for a new semester
Connection, conversation and a warm welcome back to campus.
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Challenges & Support Pathways, Care
Building confidence through knowledge, reflection and real-world preparation.
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Pre-Placement Preparation with Ben William
Practice-based insight into contemporary social work and placement readiness.
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Pre-Placement Preparation Workshop
Preparing students for meaningful placement experiences.
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Building meaningful community connections
Real-world learning with a valued community placement partner.
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Guest Speaker Professor Robert Bland AM
Self-awareness, ethical practice, lived experience and resilience in the profession.
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National Reconciliation Week
Honouring culture, connection and community at IHM Melbourne.
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Practice Education Forum
A day of learning, collaboration and professional growth with industry insights.
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Advancing Person-Centred Care in the Age of Artificial Intelligence
Ethical, person-centred care in an increasingly digital landscape.
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10 Years of IHM - A Decade of Impact
Celebrating a decade of growth, learning and leadership.
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Student Engagement Activity
Learning, connection, celebration and a proud certificate moment.
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Learning Beyond the Classroom
A powerful Wayapa workshop grounded in culture, connection and respect.
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Student Representative Council
Student Representative Council
The SRC represents BSW students in decisions about teaching, learning, placements and student life. Reps listen to concerns, connect students to support, and help shape a more inclusive experience.
Pema DemaShinedeep KaurPatrick TonuiSehajpreet KaurSandhiya NaiduMukulIshnoorpreet KaurHarvinder KaurMichelle JeptanuiGeeta KarkiCaroline Pinto
AWARDS & RECOGNITION
Celebrating the work that matters
Student Excellence Award
Academic excellence, leadership, community engagement, research and innovation, professional excellence and student ambassador.
Placement Engagement Award
Recognising students who bring curiosity, integrity and sustained commitment to field education.
Industry Partner Award
Celebrating partners who make meaningful practice learning possible.