LibGuides: Social and Community Work: Web Research

Social Work websites

Aotearoa New Zealand Association of Social Workers ANZASW is the professional Association for Social Workers in Aotearoa New Zealand. We are a membership organisation run for and by our members.
Re-Imagining Social Work in Aotearoa New Zealand Re-Imagining Social Work (RSW) is a collective of social workers, social work academics, researchers and others who share a passion for, and a commitment to the development of modern, progressive, inclusive, democratic, and culturally responsive social work services in Aotearoa New Zealand. Our work in the collective is voluntary and undertaken with no external support. The purpose of this website is to provide a platform to re-imagine social work services in Aotearoa New Zealand
Australian Association of Social Workers The Australian Association of Social Workers is the professional representative body of social workers in Australia, with more than 12,000 members. It was formed as a national association in 1946 and has since supported its members through the profession's many developments and changes.
British Association of Social Workers The British Association of Social Workers (BASW) is the UK’s professional membership organisation for social work. We are the independent voice of social work. We champion social work and help members achieve the highest professional standards
Canadian Association of Social Workers Founded in 1926 to monitor employment conditions and to establish standards of practice within the profession, the Canadian Association of Social Workers (CASW) has evolved into a national voice. The CASW Federation is comprised of 9 provincial and territorial partner organizations

NZ Government Departments & NZ Websites

Other New Zealand websites:

New Zealand Family Violence Clearinghouse The New Zealand Family Violence Clearinghouse is your national centre for research and information on family and whānau violence in Aotearoa New Zealand. We provide information and resources for people working towards the elimination of family violence. The Clearinghouse is based at the School of Population Health, University of Auckland.
The Hub The Hub contains social science research undertaken, commissioned or partly funded by central government in New Zealand. We define 'social science research' as the systematic study of human action and interaction, and may include qualitative and quantitative research.
Stats New Zealand Search or browse for official New Zealand statistics. Statistics include Census data from 1996, 2001 and 2006. Tools such as Table Builder, Business Toolbox and Infoshare, allow uses to find and analyse data quickly.

Google

Google Like a Pro:

Did you know that there are over 40 search operators that you can use to search Google more effectively, many of which can be used in Scholar too? Here are the top five that I use consistently, plus a Handout that we produced for a workshop for postgrads this year.

Google Like a Pro

How do I improve my web searching skills?

Want to brush up on your web searching skills?

Start with the Self Help guide:

Self-Help Guide This guide will help you use the many services and resources available at the University of Otago Libraries. In this guide you will find: Video Tutorials PDF guides Interactive online learning modules Links to other student support services on campus

Google like a Pro
Some tips on how to use Google more effectively!

Google - Advanced Searching Guide