
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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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, […]
Following 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 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 […]
Following 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 […]

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 […]

IFSW’s African Region Regional President, Oluwatoni Adeleke, issues a statement on the crisis in North Kivu, Goma in the Democratic Republic of Congo: As the President of the International Federation […]

The Commonwealth Organisation for Social Work (COSW) has published its 2023/24 Activity Report, showcasing a year of impactful initiatives and steadfast commitment to social work advocacy across the Commonwealth. The […]

The IFSW executive has, by majority decision, issued a censure against the Israeli Union of Social Workers (IUSW) for not upholding the Federation’s ethical principles of supporting peace and non-violence. […]

Current State and Issues of Professional Social Work Education in the Asia Pacific Region Development of Registration Systems for Qualification Holders The Japan College of Social Work is pleased to […]

On this Christmas Day, we are pleased to present the latest edition of the IFSW Asia-Pacific Newsletter. This issue highlights the outstanding work of social workers across the region, featuring […]

On December 10th, International Human Rights Day, Hillary Weaver, the IFSW Global Indigenous Commissioner, delivers the Federation’s Human Rights Day message. In the video message, Dr Weaver highlights the importance […]

The International Association of Schools of Social Work, the International Council of Social Welfare and IFSW have jointly announced the 20225 World Social Work Day theme: ‘Strengthening Intergenerational Solidarity for […]
Photo: Authors of the paper with members of the advisory group and discussion panel in Doha at the World Innovation Summit for Health. Earlier this year the World Health Organisation […]

Photo: Members of the Korean Association of Social Workers at the AvenirSocial office in Bern This month the Korean Association of Social Workers met their Swiss and British counterparts for […]