Group Work Camp: A once in a blue moon unique experience

Abstract: In this article, a two and a half day experiential Group Work Camp experience, sponsored by the International Association of Social Work with Groups (IASWG) and held for professional groupworkers, educators, and students is described after pinpointing motivations for attending and participant benefits including self-care, learning to learn from experiences and making connections. Group Work Camp activities offer participation in nondeliberative forms of practice which stimulate learning in diverse and creative ways. In conclusion, it is strongly suggested to multiply Group Work Camp opportunities for groupworkers to enhance practices, load toolboxes, integrate knowledge, develop competencies, increase networks, and to maintain and enhance professional passion for groupwork as an alternative to traditional trainings.Keywords: Group Work Camp; nondeliberative practice; social work with groups; groupwork