IFSW Asia Pacific is looking for up to 3 IFSW Regional Representatives to the UN Office in Bangkok, (can based in any part of the Asia Pacific Region). All positions […]
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IFSW at 68th session of the Commission on the Status of Women
Information Type: News, StatementTopic: UNIFSW is proud to share the details of the parallel event for the 68th session of the Commission on the Status of Women, titled Transformative Gender-Responsive Social Protections in an Eco-Social […]
Empowering Voices for Global Change: The Critical Role of Social Workers in Shaping UN Processes and Eco-Social Contracts
Information Type: NewsTopic: Social Work, UN, EnvironmentPhoto by UN Women. CSW63 Side Event, “Take the Hot Seat” Intergenerational Dialogue In a recent article authored by Sebastian Cordoba, Swetha Rao Dhananka, and Anne Deepak, IFSW representatives at […]
14 March: Webinar on Transformative Gender-responsive Social Protections in an Eco-social World
Information Type: NewsTopic: UN, WomenIFSW is delighted to announce a virtual event in support of the 68th Session of the UN Commission on the Status of Women. The event, titled “Transformative Gender-responsive Social Protections […]
IFSW to Host Panel on Eco-Social Justice at 62nd Social Development Session
Information Type: NewsTopic: IFSW, UNIFSW is delighted to announce a side panel event for the upcoming 62nd session of the Commission for Social Development, emphasising the critical intersection of social justice and ecological sustainability. […]
Honoring the Contributions of Migrants and Respecting their Rights
Information Type: StatementTopic: IFSW, MigrationOn this International Migration Day, we come together to act toward realizing the rights and responsibilities of migrants so that migration becomes a positive experience for all including the communities […]
Invitation to Social Workers: Seminar Marking the 75th Anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights
Information Type: NewsTopic: Human Rights, Social Work, UNYou’re cordially invited to join us at CoNGO’s Sixth Seminar, a culmination of the year-long 75th-anniversary celebrations, focusing on human rights and social justice. This significant event, co-sponsored by IFSW, […]
Invitation to Social Workers Worldwide: Share Your Expertise to Improve Global Social Security Systems
Information Type: NewsTopic: Social Protection, UN, Human RightsDear Colleagues, We are delighted to extend an invitation from the OHCHR for your unique insights on the impactful strategies employed by your governments to enhance social security systems. In […]
IFSW Representatives at the UN in New York Call for Social Justice and Sustainable Development
Information Type: StatementTopic: IFSW, EnvironmentThe team around Michael Cronin, IFSW UN North America Regional Commissioner, submitted a statement to the United Nations Commission for Social Development. With this statement, IFSW has reaffirmed its dedication […]
Urgent Call for Transformative Action at COP28 to Address the Climate Crisis
Topic: IFSW, EnvironmentCOP28 is a pivotal opportunity for governments to come together and take real and meaningful action on climate change. Unfortunately, so far we have seen mainly empty gestures, greenwashing, and […]
United in action to rescue and achieve the SDGs for, with and by persons with disabilities
Information Type: NewsTopic: Human Rights, IFSW, UNOn this International Day of Persons with Disabilities, we come together to recognise and reaffirm the rights, dignity, and well-being of persons with disabilities. This year’s theme, “United in action […]
‘Empowering the Next Generation: Upholding Every Child’s Rights Through Social Work and Positive Parenting
Information Type: StatementTopic: IFSW, ChildrenThe IFSW Asia-Pacific conference held two weeks ago in Cebu, the Philippines, was a vibrant center for sharing innovative ideas and transformative practices in social work. Pascal Rudin, IFSW Acting […]
SDGs Halfway Point: Social Work for Transformative Change
Information Type: News, StatementTopic: IFSWThe following statement has been endorsed by the participants of the 27th IFSW Asia-Pacific Conference: In an inspirational display of solidarity and commitment, over 1,000 social workers from across the […]
World Mental Health Day: The Crucial Role of Social Work in Advancing Mental Well-Being
Information Type: StatementTopic: Health and social work, Human RightsOn this World Mental Health Day, we stand united in our commitment to advancing mental well-being and ensuring that everyone, regardless of their circumstances, has access to mental health services. […]
28 November: Symposium on Addressing the Lack of Access to Education for Children Without Legal Identity
Information Type: NewsTopic: ChildrenWelcome to the symposium on “Protecting Futures: Addressing Lack of Access to Education for Children Without Legal Identity”. This is a call to address the critical and prevailing issues surrounding […]
IFSW Statement on World Habitat Day 2023
Information Type: StatementTopic: IFSW, HabitatIn 1985, the United Nations designated the first Monday of October of every year as World Habitat Day to reflect on the state of our habitats, and on the basic […]
IFSW UN Representatives attend United Nations Sustainable Development Goals Summit
Information Type: NewsTopic: IFSW, UNAt the 78th session of the United Nations General Assembly, the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) Summit 2023 was convened to mark the ‘half-way’ point to 2030. The SDG […]
Actions for peace: Our ambition for the #GlobalGoals
Information Type: StatementTopic: IFSW, PeaceThe annual Day on Peace is a signal for all of us, drawing our attention to the importance of peace. This year, the topic of Peace is combined with the […]
IFSW hosts side-event during the 2023 UN High Level Political Forum on Sustainable Development
Information Type: NewsTopic: IFSW, EnvironmentDuring the 2023 UN High Level Political Forum (UN HLPF) on Sustainable Development, IFSW hosted a side-event , “Co-building an Eco-Social World for Sustainable Development”. Drawing upon the UN HLPF […]
Invitation to share social work resources and experiences: OHCHR and Human Rights 75
Information Type: NewsTopic: Human RightsAn opportunity to present resources and experience for community inclusion for persons with disabilities is available as the Human Rights Council requests the OHCHR to prepare two reports on support […]