APSWC 2025 Pre-conference Workshop: Strengthening Intergenerational Solidarity for the Future in the Asia Pacific Region

APSWC 2025 Pre-conference Workshop: Strengthening Intergenerational Solidarity for the Future in the Asia Pacific Region

Date: Monday, 17 November 2025
Time: 1:00–5:00 pm (Reception starts at 12:30 pm)
Venue: Taj Samudra Hotel, Colombo, Sri Lanka (same as APSWC 2025 venue)
Admission: Free of charge (application required in advance)
Application deadline: Tuesday, 30 September 2025
Notification of acceptance: Wednesday, 15 October 2025

The International Federation of Social Workers Asia-Pacific (IFSW-AP) invites participants to a special Pre-conference Workshop ahead of the Asia-Pacific Regional Social Work Conference (APSWC 2025).

Under the theme “Strengthening Intergenerational Solidarity for the Future in the Asia Pacific Region – Focusing on Climate Change and Other Environmental Issues,” this workshop will explore how social workers can build stronger bonds between generations to create resilient communities and ensure long-term ecological well-being.

Distinguished speakers from across the region will share insights and experiences:

• Amarawansa Ranaweera – Former President, Sri Lanka Association of Professional Social Workers (Sri Lanka)

• Pen Sophanara – President, Association of Professional Social Workers of Cambodia (Cambodia)

• Cheng-Hsin Lee – Deputy Director, Rerum Novarum Center (Taiwan)

• Manohar Pawar – Professor, Charles Sturt University; Former President, International Consortium for Social Development (Australia)

How to apply:
Scan the QR code on the flyer or visit the application form.
Please note that successful applicants will be notified after the deadline.

For inquiries, contact:

Please note: This workshop is free of charge but separate from the APSWC 2025 conference registration, which must be completed independently.

Click HERE for the flyer