Membership

Why Become a Member?

Joining the Rwanda National Organization of Social Workers (RWA-NOSW) connects you to a strong network of professionals working to advance social work in Rwanda. As a member, you gain opportunities for personal growth, professional development, and collective advocacy to make a difference in society.

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Membership Categories

RWA-NOSW offers five categories of membership to accommodate different levels of involvement:

Founding Members

Original signatories to the organization’s statutes.

Professional Members

Holders of a bachelor’s degree or diploma in social work.

Student Members

Social work students currently enrolled in training institutions, represented by a student chairperson.

Associate Members

Non-certified practitioners who contribute to the field of social work. (No voting rights).

Honorary Members

Distinguished individuals or institutions recognized by the General Assembly for exceptional contributions to social work. (No voting rights but may participate in discussions).

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Membership Benefits

As a member of RWA-NOSW, you gain access to:
 Professional Development – Workshops, training, and continuous learning opportunities.
 Advocacy Participation – Contribute to shaping social work policies in Rwanda.
 Networking – Connect with social workers nationally and internationally.
 Student Engagement – Opportunities for mentorship and field experience.
 Collaboration – Join exchanges and learning visits with regional partners.

Steps to Join RWA-NOSW

Download and fill in the Membership Application Form.

Collect the following:
* A copy of your Degree in Social Work
* A copy of your National ID
* Proof of payment (membership fee and annual contribution)

Combine all documents into a single PDF file and send it to: rsocialworkers@gmail.com

Transfer a total of 20,000 RWF (10,000 RWF for one-time registration and 10,000 RWF for annual contribution) to:
* Bank of Kigali
* Account Name: RWA-NOSW
* Account Number: 000500046443920

After verifying your documents and payment, you will receive your official membership confirmation and access to all RWA-NOSW benefits.