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 […]
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Save the Date: CPD Course on Care and Support Systems for Social Workers
Information Type: NewsTopic: IFSW
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 […]
Crisis in Democratic Republic of Congo, a Statement from IFSW Africa
Information Type: News, StatementTopic: IFSW
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 […]
COSW Releases Activity Report Highlighting Key Achievements and Collaboration with IFSW
Information Type: NewsTopic: IFSW
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 […]
IFSW Executive Issues Censure Against The Israeli Union Of Social Workers for Not Acting to Promote Peace
Information Type: News, StatementTopic: IFSW
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. […]
INTERNATIONAL SEMINAR ON SOCIAL WELFARE IN ASIA AND THE PACIFIC RIM
Information Type: NewsTopic: IFSW, Education, Social Work
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 […]
Special Release: IFSW Asia-Pacific Newsletter Vol.3
Information Type: News, ReportTopic: IFSW
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 […]
IFSW statement on the 2024 International Human Rights Day by Hillary Weaver
Information Type: Statement, NewsTopic: Human Rights, IFSW, Indigenous
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 2025 World Social Work Day Theme Announced
Information Type: NewsTopic: IFSW
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 […]
World Health Organisation embraces social work in learning about community engagement
Information Type: NewsTopic: IFSW
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 […]
Korean Association of Social Workers exchange with Swiss and British Associations
Information Type: NewsTopic: IFSW
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 […]
Terms of Reference: Global Commissions
Information Type: PolicyTopic: IFSW1. IFSW Global Commissions 1.1 The IFSW Global Executive in consultation with the IFSW Secretary General will appoint the Global Commissioner for each Commission. 1.2 The IFSW Global Executive, in […]
IFSW-AP and KASW Hold Productive Meeting in Tokyo
Information Type: NewsTopic: IFSW, Social Work
On 15 November 2024, a fruitful meeting between the International Federation of Social Workers Asia-Pacific Region (IFSW-AP) and the Korea Association of Social Workers (KASW) took place at the Japan […]
PASWI 76th NATIONAL CONVENTION PAVES THE WAY FOR BROADER REGIONAL COLLABORATIONS
Information Type: NewsTopic: IFSW, Conference
Cebu City, Philippines – The 76th National Convention of the Philippine Association of Social Workers, Inc. (PASWI) at the Waterfront Hotel in Lahug, Cebu City, from October 22-25, 2024 concluded […]
Social Work’s Profound Impact at the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting in Samoa
Information Type: NewsTopic: Conference, IFSW
Image: Jioji Ravulo, Malakai Waqa Kaitani, Nathan Chong-Nee, Andrzej Frank, Yvonne Crichton-Hill, At the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) in Samoa, a team of six social workers, including representatives […]
Launch of ‘Social Work as a Global Profession, Handbook for Teaching and Learning’
Information Type: NewsTopic: IFSW
IFSW in partnership with The Bern University of Applied Sciences (BFH) in Switzerland are delighted to announce the publication of Social Work as a Global Profession: Handbook for Teaching and […]
UN Report Highlights Social Work’s Role in Advancing Buen Vivir and Eco-Social Justice for a Sustainable Future
Information Type: NewsTopic: IFSW, Social Work, UN, Environment
The UN Secretary-General’s Harmony with Nature Report, 2024 has once again highlighted the essential role of social work in driving transformative change. The report draws particular attention to the theme […]
On-site Visit Report after the Türkiye-Syria Earthquake
Information Type: Report, NewsTopic: Disaster, IFSW, Social Work, Women
From August 18 to 23, 2024, a team comprised of Rory Truell (IFSW Secretary-General, Ruth Allen, (IFSW Europe Regional President), and Machiko Ohara (IFSW Asia Pacific Regional President), visited several […]
Social Work Voices Set to Shape CHOGM 2024 in Samoa
Information Type: NewsTopic: Indigenous, IFSW, Children, Women
The Commonwealth Organisation for Social Work (COSW) will play a key role in advancing social work perspectives at the upcoming Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) in Samoa from 20 […]
“The Pact is an important step forward to reinvigorate action and commitments”: IFSW’s advocacy at the UN’s Summit of the Future
Information Type: NewsTopic: IFSW, UN
IFSW United Nations representatives Sebastian Cordoba, Evelyn Tomaszewski and Anne Deepak attended the UN’s Summit of the Future (as part of the General Assembly High-Level Week) and parallel events advocating […]