UPCOMING CPD SESSIONS

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Onco-sexology. Sexual health, identity and relationships

Presenter: Dr Welly den Hollander

5 AUGUST 2026: End of life planning - “Check list for checking out”

Presenter: To Be Confirmed

SACO 2027 The South African Congress of Oncology is scheduled for August 26–29, 2027, in Cape Town. The theme will be Patient-Centred Oncology Care in the Age of Algorithms and AI. If you’re available to participate in the program and would like to submit ideas for presentations, please contact Ian Veary (veary.ian@gmail.com). More details will follow soon.

Cancer touches millions of lives in countless ways but it doesn't define who we are. We are more than a disease, more than a statistic. The World Cancer Day campaign 2025-27 “United by Unique” places people at the centre of care and explores new ways of making a difference. It offers a three-year journey from raising awareness to taking action.

- World Cancer Day (https://www.worldcancerday.org/)

Welcome to the South African Oncology Social Workers Forum

Join us and you will become part of a dedicated group of social workers who aim to improve the psycho-social care of people living with cancer. We work in a range of settings, from state funded facilities, private oncology practices, palliative care environments and with members who are affiliated with the medical social work field.

Why join?

Membership of the SAOSWF will give you:

access to a support network of experienced social workers in oncology,

oncology-specific CPD training opportunities

a platform to share your knowledge and skill in oncology social work with others.

How to Join

Invoices will be sent to all social workers who have completed and submitted the forms.

A membership fee of R400 per member for 2026 is payable.

Application Form

Oncology Social Work Orientation Programme | 2026

For Social Workers entering or deepening work in oncology & palliative care

Working with people affected by cancer is deeply meaningful — and emotionally complex. This interactive, online training programme is designed to support social workers to build confidence, clarity, and compassion in oncology settings.

“This programme helped me feel less overwhelmed and more grounded in my role with cancer patients.”

“This programme helped me feel less overwhelmed and more grounded in my role with cancer patients.” “The case discussions felt real, honest, and directly applicable to my daily work.”

What this programme offers:

A safe, reflective learning space

Practical oncology & palliative care frameworks

South African case studies

Interactive group discussions

Weekly preparation from Session 2 onward

Experienced facilitation by an oncology social worker with 35+ years’ experience

“I finally understood how to hold emotional space without burning out.”

“This should be essential training for any social worker entering oncology.”

2026 Intake Dates (Wednesdays | 5:30–7:15 pm):

Group 1: 14 Feb – 25 March

Group 2: 6 May – 18 June

Group 3: 1 Aug – 16 Sept

Group 4: 7 Oct – 18 Nov

Previous programme accredited for 12.5 CPD points (14 hours)

2026 programme expanded with deeper content & prep work

CPD accreditation applied for ±28 notional hours

Enquiries & registration: reception@lindagreeff.co.za

Limited spaces to preserve safety, depth, and connection.

Our Mission

Our mission is to encourage excellence in the psychosocial care of people with cancer as well as their families and caregivers by promoting advocacy, ongoing education, professional networking and resource development.

And Improve

the psychosocial care and support of people living with cancer, their caregivers, families and communities.

And Promote

the quality of our offering by enhancing education, networking, research and resource development in social work.

Advocacy | Support | Education.