International Federation of Social Workers
Global Online conference
The 25th annual Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues took place at the United Nations headquarters in New York City from April 20 through May 1, 2026. Global Commissioner Hilary Weaver […]
Cada 28 de abril reafirmamos que la seguridad y la salud en el trabajo son un derecho humano fundamental. Desde 2022, la Organización Internacional del Trabajo reconoce un entorno laboral […]
IFSW is pleased to present its 2025 Impact Report, highlighting the continued dedication, resilience, and global influence of social work in an increasingly complex and uncertain world. This report reflects […]
Social workers in Panama have raised serious concerns about increasing levels of violence and its impact on communities, families, and children. In a recent statement, the national association highlighted that […]
IFSW Europe is pleased to share our latest briefing about recent activities and upcoming events and projects in our region. SCROLL DOWN to read the briefing. Please note that you […]
The IFSW and NGO Committee Host Side Event on Financing Health & Resilience in Conflict The NGO Committee on Financing for Development is hosting a hybrid side event, “Financing People’s […]
A report titled the Development of Standards for Social Work Education and Training in Asia and Pacific Countries: Examination for Global Education and Training based on the Global Standards is […]
The International Federation of Social Workers (IFSW) expresses its solidarity with social workers in Iran who continue to serve their communities amid escalating hostilities affecting civilians and infrastructure. As reflected […]
Representatives from the International Federation of Social Workers (IFSW) United Nations Commission have joined regional leaders at the UN’s Asia-Pacific Forum on Sustainable Development 2026, raising urgent concerns that progress […]
Social workers, community leaders, and international delegates gathered at the Mega Market Event Center in Midsayap, North Cotabato, Philippines on 20 March 2026 to celebrate World Social Work Day under […]
The IFSW Asia-Pacific Region has issued a statement calling for peace and solidarity in response to rising global tensions and ongoing conflicts affecting communities across regions. We reaffirm our commitment […]
Trust, Hope and Decolonising Practice in Kalaallit Nunaat (Greenland) Sara Abelsen (Professional Teacher in Social Work, Ilisimatusarfik, University of Greenland) Steven Arnfjord (Professor in Social Work, Ilisimatusarfik, University of Greenland) […]
To mark World Social Work Day 2026, the President of IFSW Asia-Pacific, Machiko Ohara, has shared a message reflecting on this year’s theme, “Co-Building Hope and Harmony: A Harambee Call […]
During Social Work week, IFSW Europe President Ruth Allen and Zandrea Stewart from the UK consider how we can integrate understanding of climate and environment change challenges into social work […]
From the Strengthening Social Work Across Europe IFSW E Members Project Steering Group Celebrating Social Work On World Social Work Day 2026, IFSW Europe celebrates social workers across our region […]
In this time of profound and ongoing changes, the next generation of social workers are vital and will need solidarity, resilience and creativity. In this blog – one of five […]
In his World Social Work Day 2026 message, IFSW President Joachim Cuthbert Mumba reflects on the global challenges facing our societies and the vital role social workers play in strengthening […]
In his World Social Work Day 2026 message, IFSW Interim Secretary-General Pascal Rudin reflects on the global challenges facing communities today and the vital role social workers play in rebuilding […]
IFSW CPD on Human rights of Social Workers and their Human Rights Responsibilities for Service Recipients The IFSW has arranged another Continuing Professional Development (CPD) 2026 Human rights of Social Workers […]
The International Federation of Social Workers (IFSW), as part of the Identity Rights Working Group (IDRWG), has contributed to a submission to the United Nations Office of the High Commissioner […]