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We are deeply saddened by the devastating earthquake that struck central Myanmar on 28 March 2025. As of 21 April, more than 3,600 lives have been lost, over 5,000 people […]
The International Federation of Social Workers Asia Pacific (IFSW-AP) is pleased to announce the launch of the Jane Hoey Scholarship, designed to support social workers from developing countries to attend […]
Celebrating World Social Work Day 2025 in Thailand – A Regional Gathering for Solidarity and Social Justice The Department of Social Development and Welfare, Ministry of Social Development and Human […]
We are deeply saddened by the devastating earthquake that struck central Myanmar on 28 March 2025, claiming thousands of lives and causing widespread destruction. As of 3 April, the death […]
Webinar participants with Oluwatoni Adeleke, Sylvia Daisy Romanus, Joachim Mumba, Mustapha Mashood & David N Jones Progress in establishing recognition and regulation of social work across Africa was reported in […]
This week the IFSW Secretary-General, Rory Truell, was invited by the Taiwan Association of Social Workers to provide a workshop and keynote address at their National Conference. During the visit […]
A new Continuing Professional Development (CPD) course, Understanding Care and Support Systems – Opening a Social Worker’s View/Vision on this Global Concept, is now open for registration. Jointly organised by […]
Greetings to all our members and wishing you all a wonderful World Social Work Day. This is the first of regular Briefings for IFSW Europe members. If you have anything […]
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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 […]
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 […]
To 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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
On 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 […]
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 – […]
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 […]
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 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 […]