OASW’s 2025 Annual Report reflects a year of meaningful progress in membership growth,
community connection, advocacy action, and our ongoing commitment to integrating equity
into everything we do.
In 2025, OASW surpassed 10,000 members. This milestone speaks to the
strength of our growing community and to our continued investment in advocacy,
learning opportunities, local events, and member benefits that align with social workers’
priorities and professional values.
Read or download the report to learn about:
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How CEO Ajirioghene Evi, who completed her first full year in leadership
in 2025, is building OASW’s internal capacity to advance ambitious engagement and
advocacy goals.
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OASW’s advocacy priorities, including our first in‑person Advocacy Day at Queen’s Park
since the COVID‑19 pandemic.
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The programs, learning opportunities, and policies OASW has invested in to uplift
underrepresented voices and integrate equity across the organization.
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The impact of our local engagement networks and professional development programming,
delivered virtually and in communities across Ontario.
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OASW’s financial health, along with updates on internal systems and technological
advancements.
Our leadership team and Board of Directors are encouraged by the progress made toward
the goals of our 2022–27 Strategic Plan, and we are excited to share how
the association grew and evolved in 2025.
Our work remains grounded in our mission to be the voice of social work in Ontario and our
vision to mobilize health and well‑being across the province.