When are the Awards?

The 2026 Awards will be taking place in London on 22 October, in the afternoon.

What time do the Awards start and finish?

The Awards Reception will run from 2-5pm.

Is there a dress code?

Formal attire is recommended, but please wear whatever makes you feel your best!

What will each winner receive?

Each Gold Award winner will receive a celebratory trophy and certificate. Finalists will receive a certificate and may describe themselves as such for the category in their corporate literature. They may not claim that their products or services are endorsed by Social Work Awards Ltd.

Who attends the event?

Gold and Silver finalists are encouraged to attend the awards ceremony (or nominate a representative to attend on their behalf if they are unavailable) but it is not a requirement.
The Board of Trustees attends, the judging panel, sponsors, those working in the sector and friends of the Awards.

Will photos be taken?

Yes, we will have photographers and videographers.
Finalists must be willing for their names and images to be used for publicity purposes.