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World Social Work Day Message From IFSW President Joachim Mumba
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World Social Work Day Message From IFSW Secretary-General Rory Truell
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IFSW Europe President Ruth Allen and the IFSW Europe Executive wish you a happy and peaceful World Social Work Day 2025!
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As we approach World Social Work Day (WSWD) on the 18th of March, we extend warm wishes and solidarity with our members across Europe and all social workers across the […]
IFSW celebrates the completion of the Archives Project
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Photo: Fiona Robertson and Nigel Hall at the IFSW office in Switzerland The IFSW Archives team—Fiona Robertson, the official Archivist, assisted by Nigel Hall—is pleased to announce that the work […]
World Social Work Day Event in Japan
Information Type: News, ReportTopic: Human Rights, IFSW, World Social Work DayTo celebrate World Social Work Day, the Japanese Federation of Social Workers (JFSW) held a special event on March 2 at Japan Women’s University. With approximately 70 participants joining […]
Statement of Solidarity from the International Federation of Social Workers in Support of the Association of Social Workers – Ukraine
Information Type: News, StatementTopic: Ukraine, IFSW
The International Federation of Social Workers (IFSW) stands in unwavering solidarity with our member organisation The Association of Social Workers – Ukraine and the people of their country during this […]
IFSW African Region’s International Women’s Day Statement
Information Type: News, StatementTopic: IFSW
By the President, IFSW Africa Region, Oluwatoni Adeleke. “For ALL Women and Girls: Rights. Equality. Empowerment.” On this International Women’s Day, we, as social workers across Africa, reaffirm our unwavering […]
IFSW’s International Women’s Day Statement – Let’s #Accelerate Action for Women’s Equality
Information Type: News, StatementTopic: IFSWOn International Women’s Day (IWD), IFSW standing in solidarity with women and girls around the world, celebrates their achievements, and joins the call for action on discrimination, gender based violence […]
Book Launch (Online): School Social Work in Sub-Saharan Africa: Issues, Challenges & Prospects
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We are pleased to invite you to the online book launch of School Social Work in Sub-Saharan Africa: Issues, Challenges & Prospects on Friday 21 March 2025 at 13:00 – […]
Join Us for a CSW69 Virtual Side Event on Women’s Empowerment
Topic: IFSW, Women
IFSW invites you to a dynamic online side event at the 69th Session of the Commission on the Status of Women. On March 13, 2025, from 4:30–6:30 PM EST, leading […]
Statement: Three Years of War in Ukraine – Honouring Resilience, Solidarity, and the Role of Social Work
Information Type: StatementTopic: Conflict, IFSW
The 24th of February is the third anniversary of the invasion of Ukraine by Russia and the consequent the displacement of millions of people, destruction, injuries and loss of life. IFSW […]
IFSW is delighted to present the 2024 End of Year Report
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IFSW is delighted to present its 2024 End of Year Report, highlighting the dedication, resilience, and transformative impact of social work across the globe. This report reflects the federation’s collective […]
Celebrando las ricas contribuciones de nuestros miembros
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Estamos verdaderamente agradecidos y agrqdecidas por haber recibido tal riqueza de informes nacionales de la región de América Latina y el Caribe para el Informe de Fin de Año de […]
Commonwealth Health Professions and Partners Alliance Statement on the Freeze of USA Overseas Aid
Information Type: StatementTopic: IFSW
The Commonwealth Health Professions and Partners Alliance makes the following urgent comments and recommendations: ▪ The CHPA recognises the right of a democratically elected government to determine their own domestic […]
IFSW Europe Webinar for World Social Work Day 2025
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18th March 2025 17.30-19.00 CET (UK time 16.30-18.00) Exploring Intergenerational Solidarity: Social work in Europe across the generations This is a free event. To register in advance click here or […]
Statement from the International Federation of Social Workers on USAID shutdown
Information Type: StatementTopic: IFSW
The International Federation of Social Workers (IFSW) expresses deep concern over the shutdown of the United States Agency for International Development (USAID). As a key global partner in addressing poverty, […]
Announcement: New Members of the IFSW Asia-Pacific UN Commission
Information Type: NewsTopic: IFSW, Social Work, UNFollowing our call for expressions of interest, we are pleased to announce that the IFSW Asia-Pacific UN Commission has welcomed three new members. Under the leadership of Sebastian Cordoba (Australia), […]
IFSW-AP Holds Successful Regional Annual General Meeting
Information Type: NewsTopic: General Meeting, IFSW
IFSW-AP recently held its annual general meeting on Friday, 17 January 2025.This meeting served as a review of the activities and achievements of 2024. The meeting was attended by […]
Announcement: New Members of the IFSW Asia-Pacific Education Commission
Information Type: NewsTopic: IFSW, EducationFollowing our call for expressions of interest last year, we received numerous applications from highly qualified individuals. We sincerely appreciate the interest and enthusiasm shown by all applicants. After a […]
Save the Date: CPD Course on Care and Support Systems for Social Workers
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The International Federation of Social Workers (IFSW), in collaboration with the UN Human Rights Office of the High Commissioner (OHCHR), invites professional social workers worldwide to participate in an upcoming […]