Association of Oncology Social Work (AOSW)

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.”

The AOSW office will be closed December 22–January 1 for the holidays and will reopen Friday, January 2. We appreciate o...
12/22/2025

The AOSW office will be closed December 22–January 1 for the holidays and will reopen Friday, January 2. We appreciate our community’s dedication and wish you a peaceful and joyful holiday season.

The 2026 AOSW Awards are now open! 🎉 We’re proud to recognize excellence in oncology social work and support members’ at...
12/18/2025

The 2026 AOSW Awards are now open! 🎉 We’re proud to recognize excellence in oncology social work and support members’ attendance at the 2026 AOSW Conference.

We are grateful to our sponsored award partners, Blood Cancer United and Cancer Support Community, for their continued support. Applications and nominations are now being accepted.

Submit your application by March 1, 2026. Apply today: https://bit.ly/4bvQyxi

Discover how community dementia resources can strengthen support for cancer caregivers.Read this article online as part ...
12/11/2025

Discover how community dementia resources can strengthen support for cancer caregivers.

Read this article online as part of the AOSW Connections Newsletter (November 2025, Volume 5 | Issue 4).

Read the article here: https://bit.ly/3KE88Xq

Thank you, AOSW community, for an incredible year of growth, impact, and connection. This Giving Tuesday, consider suppo...
12/02/2025

Thank you, AOSW community, for an incredible year of growth, impact, and connection. This Giving Tuesday, consider supporting our work for 2026 and beyond.

Donate here: https://bit.ly/4pf8S4o.

Today is your last day! Submit your abstract for the 2026 AOSW Annual Conference in Portland. Don’t miss your chance to ...
12/01/2025

Today is your last day! Submit your abstract for the 2026 AOSW Annual Conference in Portland. Don’t miss your chance to share your work with the oncology social work community.

Submit here: https://bit.ly/4gLZ8uO

🦃🍁 Happy Thanksgiving from AOSW! 🍁🦃We are thankful for the oncology social workers who show compassion, resilience, and ...
11/27/2025

🦃🍁 Happy Thanksgiving from AOSW! 🍁🦃

We are thankful for the oncology social workers who show compassion, resilience, and unwavering support to patients and families every day. Wishing you a peaceful holiday filled with warmth and gratitude. 💜

Please note: Our offices are closed today and tomorrow. We’ll return on Monday, December 1.

The final AOSW Connections Issue of 2025 is here!Our November Connections newsletter shines a spotlight on caregivers, s...
11/20/2025

The final AOSW Connections Issue of 2025 is here!

Our November Connections newsletter shines a spotlight on caregivers, sharing personal stories, professional insights, and reflections from across the AOSW community. 💜

Celebrate the essential work of oncology social workers, explore year-end updates, and get inspired by the connections that make our community strong.

📖 Read the full issue: https://bit.ly/4oKkDPU

🎉 AOSW is proud to announce Dr. Tara Schapmire as the new Editor-in-Chief of the Journal of Psychosocial Oncology!A dedi...
11/10/2025

🎉 AOSW is proud to announce Dr. Tara Schapmire as the new Editor-in-Chief of the Journal of Psychosocial Oncology!

A dedicated leader, researcher, and educator, Dr. Schapmire brings exceptional expertise and passion to this role.

Join us in congratulating her on this well-deserved appointment!

🧵 Threads of Support: Nurturing Resilience and Breaking BarriersWe’ve extended the abstract submission deadline to Monda...
11/05/2025

🧵 Threads of Support: Nurturing Resilience and Breaking Barriers

We’ve extended the abstract submission deadline to Monday, December 1 to give everyone a little extra time in light of recent events. We appreciate all you do and look forward to your submissions!

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

📌 Mentorship available: email info@aosw.org

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

✨ Discover the spiritual gifts within oncology social work.Join us on December 11 (12–1 PM ET) for “Vicarious Blessing: ...
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

💡 Missed the first session or still working on your AOSW abstract?Join the Research Committee for Abstract Support Sessi...
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

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