Frontline Award for CSW of the Year 2026
Amina
Amina embodies strengths-based, collaborative and relational practice. She goes above and beyond to ensure participants feel valued, heard and empowered to develop and thrive in their roles. Amina has created a hub where participants can share creative ideas, challenge themselves and have meaningful discussions about anti-oppressive practice.
Jennifer
Jennifer has recently completed her first full year in the role. She is described as a supportive, dedicated and evidence–based CSW, who doesn’t shy away from difficult conversations. Jennifer pushes her participants to take on more complex work, helping them to develop their skills, confidence and to manage risk effectively.
Laura – Winner, North
Laura has excelled in her first year as a CSW. She has adapted brilliantly to the varying learning styles and needs of participants. Her pastoral support is second to none and she has built a well-connected hub. Laura is a great leader who is collaborative and a strong advocate for children and their families.
Priscilla
Priscilla is a wonderfully supportive CSW who is keen to cultivate the development of her participants and her own theoretical growth. She has created a relationally curious hub space where participants can be open, reflective and develop their skills together. Priscilla uses radical candour to challenge decisions in order to protect participants learning journeys.
Shannon
Shannon is a fantastic role model for the participants she supports. She has a strong understanding of anti-oppressive and anti-racist practice and encourages participants to think about power dynamics when working with families. Shannon is calm, consistent and has successfully built a strong, trusting and honest relationship with her hub.
Sonia
Sonia is a caring, kind and supportive CSW. She is extremely strengths-based and has created a nurturing hub culture where each participant feels able to provide effective challenge and support towards each other when needed. Sonia models anti-oppressive practice and leads discussions on this area with her hub.
Stacey – Winner, South
Stacey puts children and families at the heart of everything she does. She has a deep commitment to anti-oppressive and anti-racist practice and has created a supportive learning environment, pushing participants to be the best social workers they can be. Stacey is an advocate for her hub, ensuring they get the support they need to succeed.