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SUMMARY:HISTORIES OF COMPLIANCE AND RESISTANCE: SOCIAL WORKERS AND IMMIGRATION ACROSS EUROPE AND USA
DESCRIPTION:The Social Work History Network has organised an international webinar to be held on 20 April 2026 19:30 to 21:00 UK time. \nThe topical relevance of the theme is obvious in the differing contexts of both UK and USA but we were intrigued to find very limited published material on the history of social work and its relationship with migration\, and specifically immigration to both countries. \nYet there is clear evidence that social work was heavily involved in supporting migrants into both countries in different ways and to some extent was involved in managing the response of governments to the challenges presented by immigration. \nHaving done a lot of digging and literature searching we feel we have engaged an impressive panel of speakers from USA and Europe for what should be a stimulating and challenging webinar\, opening up a little researched aspect of the history of social work. \nhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/events/histories-of-compliance-and-resistance-social-workers-and-immigration-across-europe-and-usa
URL:https://www.ifsw.org/event/histories-of-compliance-and-resistance-social-workers-and-immigration-across-europe-and-usa/
CATEGORIES:Global Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251119T162000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251119T182000
DTSTAMP:20260423T210105
CREATED:20250925T024447Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T024448Z
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SUMMARY:International Comparative Symposium – The Development of Standards for Social Work Education & Training in Asia-Pacific Countries
DESCRIPTION:International Comparative Symposium – The Development of Standards for Social Work Education & Training in Asia-Pacific Countries \n  \nThe International Federation of Social Workers Asia-Pacific (IFSW-AP)\, together with the Asian and Pacific Association for Social Work Education (APASWE) and the Japan College of Social Work\, will co-host an international comparative symposium during APSWC 2025: \n📅 Date & Time: 19 November 2025\, 4:20–6:20 PM (IST)📍 Venue: Anthurium Ballroom\, Hotel Taj Samudra\, Colombo\, Sri Lanka \nThis symposium offers a unique opportunity to explore how social work education is developing across Asia and the Pacific. Country representatives from Aotearoa/New Zealand\, Japan\, Korea\, the Philippines\, Sri Lanka\, and Taiwan will share their challenges\, achievements\, and aspirations\, reflecting on the Global Standards. \nHighlights include: \n\n\nOpening remarks by Prof. Machiko Ohara\, President of IFSW-AP \n\n\nSymposium objectives by Prof. Mariko Kimura \n\n\nReports and discussion with leading educators across the region \n\n\nClosing comments by Assoc. Prof. David Rose\, President of APASWE \n\n\n🔸 This event is exclusively for APSWC 2025 registrants – no separate registration required. \n📄 Flyer download:International Comparative Symposium flyer \nFor inquiries\, please contact Dr. Viktor Virág at 📧 .
URL:https://www.ifsw.org/event/international-comparative-symposium-the-development-of-standards-for-social-work-education-training-in-asia-pacific-countries/
LOCATION:Taj Samudra Hotel\, No 25\, Katunayake\, Colombo\, 00300
CATEGORIES:Global Event,AP Region Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Japan College of Social Work":MAILTO:virag@jcsw.ac.jp
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251117T130000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251117T170000
DTSTAMP:20260423T210105
CREATED:20250808T055909Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250808T064822Z
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SUMMARY:APSWC 2025 Pre-conference Workshop: Strengthening Intergenerational Solidarity for the Future in the Asia Pacific Region
DESCRIPTION:APSWC 2025 Pre-conference Workshop: Strengthening Intergenerational Solidarity for the Future in the Asia Pacific Region \n  \nDate: Monday\, 17 November 2025Time: 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 2025Notification of acceptance: Wednesday\, 15 October 2025 \nThe 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). \nUnder 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. \nDistinguished speakers from across the region will share insights and experiences: \n\n\nAmarawansa Ranaweera – Former President\, Sri Lanka Association of Professional Social Workers (Sri Lanka) \n\n\nPen Sophanara – President\, Association of Professional Social Workers of Cambodia (Cambodia) \n\n\nCheng-Hsin Lee – Deputy Director\, Rerum Novarum Center (Taiwan) \n\n\nManohar Pawar – Professor\, Charles Sturt University; Former President\, International Consortium for Social Development (Australia) \n\n\nHow 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. \nFor inquiries\, contact:  \nPlease note: This workshop is free of charge but separate from the APSWC 2025 conference registration\, which must be completed independently. \n\nClick HERE for the flyer
URL:https://www.ifsw.org/event/apswc-2025-pre-conference-workshop-strengthening-intergenerational-solidarity-for-the-future-in-the-asia-pacific-region/
LOCATION:Taj Samudra Hotel\, No 25\, Katunayake\, Colombo\, 00300
CATEGORIES:AP Region Event,IFSW events,Global Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="IFSW Asia Pacific":MAILTO:asia-pacific@ifsw.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Moscow:20251104T163000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Moscow:20251104T180000
DTSTAMP:20260423T210105
CREATED:20251027T102943Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251027T103133Z
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SUMMARY:IFSW Side Event at the Second World Summit for Social Development\, Doha
DESCRIPTION:The IFSW side event on Strengthening Social Integration through Intergenerational Solidarity: A Foundation for Inclusive\, Sustainable Societies\, during the Second World Summit for Social Development\, Doha\, Qatar from 4 to 6 November 2025. The will be in-person only\, and we exploring ways to share the session with members who are unable to attend. The plenary sessions of the Summit and the companion NGO Forum will be available for online viewing on UNTV. \nThis side event will explore the critical role of intergenerational solidarity in advancing social integration and sustainable development. As societies face profound demographic\, social\, and environmental challenges\, intergenerational approaches provide opportunities to strengthen social cohesion\, build mutual understanding\, and ensure that policies and practices reflect the needs and contributions of all generations. \nVenue: Doha\, Qatar \nTime: 16:45 – 18:00 (Qatar Time) \nRoom: 4  \nSpeakers and Facilitators \nModerator: Priska Fleischlin (Switzerland\, IFSW) \nPanelists: \n\nAkudo Amadeugwu (UK\, IFSW)\nLynne Healy (USA\, IASSW)\nBenjamin Lough (USA\, ICSD)\nBernard Mayaka (Kenya\, IFSW)\nP. K. Shajahan (India\, ICSW)\n\nOrganisers\nThis event is jointly organised by the International Association of Schools of Social Work (IASSW)\, the International Council on Social Welfare (ICSW)\, the International Consortium for Social Development (ICSD)\, and the International Federation of Social Workers (IFSW). \nFor details and concept\, please read here
URL:https://www.ifsw.org/event/ifsw-side-event-at-the-second-world-summit-for-social-development-doha/
CATEGORIES:IFSW events,Global Event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250920T040000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250920T060000
DTSTAMP:20260423T210105
CREATED:20250825T094811Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250901T154504Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar "Strengthening Intergenerational Solidarity for Enduring Well-being"
DESCRIPTION:IFSW Asia-Pacific Webinar 2025Theme: Strengthening Intergenerational Solidarity for Enduring Well-Being \n  \nIn response to shifting demographics and the growing need for intergenerational connection\, IFSW Asia-Pacific will host a webinar focusing on intergenerational caregiving and strategies to strengthen bonds across generations. \n📅 Date & Time: Saturday\, 20 September 2025\, 4:00–6:00 AM (UTC)💻 Venue: Online (Zoom)💰 Admission: Free of charge \nSpeakers: \n\n\nAsimah Beevi Abdul & Nur Farhana Harun – Assistant Senior Social Workers\, Foundation of Rotary Clubs Singapore Family Service Centre (Singapore) \n\n\nMai Yamaguchi – Professor\, Japan Lutheran College (Japan) \n\n\nYada Ponchamni – Project Manager\, Mutual Ground (Thailand) \n\n\n👉 To register: Click here \nFor inquiries:  \nFlyer: AP Webinar 2025_Flyer_20250901
URL:https://www.ifsw.org/event/webinar-strengthening-intergenerational-solidarity-for-enduring-well-being/
LOCATION:zoom
CATEGORIES:Global Event,AP Region Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="International Federation of Social Workers%2C Asia Pacific (IFSW-AP)":MAILTO:asia-pacific@ifsw.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250730
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250801
DTSTAMP:20260423T210105
CREATED:20250722T090540Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250722T090807Z
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SUMMARY:Annual National Conference Of Indian Society Of Professional Social Work
DESCRIPTION:DIGITAL INDIA AND SUSTAINABLE SOCIAL WORK PRACTICE\n30 & 31 JULY 2025\nIn Academic Collaboration with Bengaluru University and Bengaluru North University \nDownload the flyer here.
URL:https://www.ifsw.org/event/annual-national-conference-of-indian-society-of-professional-social-work-ispsw/
CATEGORIES:Global Event,AP Region Event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240709T123000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240709T140000
DTSTAMP:20260423T210105
CREATED:20240702T192505Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240702T192505Z
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SUMMARY:IFSW Side Event: UN High Level Political Forum on Sustainable Development\, 2024
DESCRIPTION:UN High Level Political Forum on Sustainable Development\, 2024 International Federation of Social Workers’ Side Event \nSocial Workers as Partners in Advancing Sustainable\, Innovative\, and Community\nEngaged Solutions through Co-Building an Eco-Social World in Building collaborative and innovation approaches to address the social\, economic\, and ecological challenges to advancing sustainable development. \nThe framing of the People’s Charter for an Eco-Social World calls for global commitment to co-developing\, reciprocity and joint ownership of positive change\, co-building peace\, co-living with nature\, co-creating social justice\, and co-realizing equality. Using the framework of the People’s Charter to forward the SDGS\, speakers will highlight partnerships to create community based industries\, the work of the Global Research and Action Network for a New Eco-Social Contract\, and opportunities to draw upon concepts of Ubuntu and Buen Vivir) as we work together to forward and grow the People’s Charter as a global commit to future generations. \nSpeaker: Sebastian Cordoba\, Katja Hujo\, Hilary Weaver (Lakota)\, Rory Truell and Evelyn Tomaszewski \nRegistration \nDate: Tuesday\, July 9\, 2024  \nTime: 8:30a to 10:00a EST/12:30 to 14:00 GMT \nVenue: Online \nHOST: IFSW UN Commission (New York).
URL:https://www.ifsw.org/event/ifsw-side-event-un-high-level-political-forum-on-sustainable-development-2024/
CATEGORIES:Global Event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240404T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240407T170000
DTSTAMP:20260423T210105
CREATED:20230120T163003Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230929T071203Z
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SUMMARY:SWSD 2024 world Joint Conference
DESCRIPTION:The Social Work & Social Development – SWSD 2024 world conference jointly organised by IFSW\, IASSW & ICSW will be held from 4th to 7th April at PANAMA. \nAll social workers will be present\, do not be left behind. \nDate: 4th to 7th April 2024 \nVenue: Panama \nContact: SWSD2024
URL:https://www.ifsw.org/event/swsd-2024-world-joint-conference/
CATEGORIES:IFSW events,Global Event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240320T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240320T170000
DTSTAMP:20260423T210105
CREATED:20240110T102445Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240219T122712Z
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SUMMARY:World social work day at the UN Geneva
DESCRIPTION:The World social work day will be held on the 20th March 2024 at the UN Geneva focusing to explore the topic Buen Vivir in Social Work: Co-building a Sustainable and Just Future. \nThis is done in collaboration with our partners. \nWSWD2024 UN Geneva event details \nProgramme WSWD 2024 \nRegister for the Geneva celebrations here
URL:https://www.ifsw.org/event/world-social-work-day-at-the-un-geneva/
LOCATION:UN Geneva\, Palais des Nations\, Geneva\, Geneva\, 1211\, Switzerland
CATEGORIES:Global Event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240320T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240322T170000
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SUMMARY:The 15th Eurasia Forum of Social Workers
DESCRIPTION:The 15th Eurasia Forum of Social Workers \nAt The Learning and Training Center on Older Persons\, Pattaya City\, Chonburi Province\, Thailand \nDate: 20 – 22 March 2024 \nTheme: BUEN VIVIR : Shared future for transformative change from the perspective of social work in Eurasia. \nEurasia Forum Details \nCoordinating Office:\nSocial Work Professions Council of Thailand\n255 Department of Women’s Affairs and Family Development Tower\, 1st Floor\,\nRajvithi Home for Girls\, Rajvithi Road\, Ratchathewi District\, Bangkok 10400\nName: Juthamas Tawanvanichakul\nE-mail: \nTel: +669 83-801-351\, +662 0509-427\nFacebook \nWebsite\nLine @043cdclh\, WhatsApp: 66910043933\nYoutube
URL:https://www.ifsw.org/event/the-15th-eurasia-forum-of-social-workers/
LOCATION:Learning and Training Center\, Thailand\, Rajvithi Home for Girls\, Rajvithi Road\, Ratchathewi District\, Bangkok 10400\, Bangkok\, Bankok\, 10400\, Thailand
CATEGORIES:Global Event,AP Region Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="IFSW Asia Pacific":MAILTO:ifswapconference2023@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240209T094500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240209T110000
DTSTAMP:20260423T210105
CREATED:20240201T130020Z
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SUMMARY:IFSW side panel event for the UN 62nd session of the Commission for Social Development
DESCRIPTION:IFSW 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. The event\, titled “Rights\, Voice\, Protections: Co-Creating Social Justice in an Eco-Social World\,” aims to spotlight the pressing goal of eradicating poverty within the framework of planetary boundaries. \nEvent details \nContact person
URL:https://www.ifsw.org/event/ifsw-side-panel-event-for-the-un-62nd-session-of-the-commission-for-social-development/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Global Event,NA Region Event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231122T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231124T170000
DTSTAMP:20260423T210106
CREATED:20230120T161239Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230929T071029Z
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SUMMARY:IFSW Africa Regional Conference 2023
DESCRIPTION:IFSW Africa Social Work Conference 2023 \nThe African Region social workers invite all professionals to join them in a regional conference to be held in Lagos\, Nigeria. \nFor details on registration\,  abstract submission and all formats of participation follow up at the conference page \nDate: 22nd – 24th November 2023 \nVenue: Lagos\, Nigeria \nContact: Conference website
URL:https://www.ifsw.org/event/ifsw-africa-regional-conference-2023/
CATEGORIES:Global Event,Africa Region Event
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