A photography exhibition titled Holding Space: Inside Social Work opened this week at North West Regional College in Derry. The display features images captured by photographer Rory Moore of social workers supporting people across health and social care, justice, education, and community and voluntary sectors.

The Social Care Council curated the exhibition with support from the Department of Health and other social work organizations. It forms part of the council's March Thank You campaign during World Social Work Month, which aligns with World Social Work Day on March 17, 2026. Northern Ireland employs more than 6,900 social workers who serve local communities.

Tracy Reid, chief executive of the Social Care Council, noted the regulator's annual backing of the campaign to highlight social workers' contributions. She described the images as a snapshot of their daily efforts and urged visitors to view the exhibition.

Aine Morrison, chief social worker at the Department of Health, highlighted the month as a chance to acknowledge social workers' dedication across various sectors. She praised the exhibition for revealing the range of their practice.

Dr Catherine O'Mullan, director of curriculum and academic standards at North West Regional College, stated pride in hosting the exhibition first. It runs at the college until March 12, then moves to South West College in Dungannon from March 18 to 27, and concludes at Belfast Metropolitan College from April 13 to 24.