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SUMMARY:Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Course:  Human rights of Social Workers and their Human Rights Responsibilities for Service Recipients
DESCRIPTION:Continuing Professional Development  (CPD) 2026 \nHuman rights of Social Workers and their Human Rights Responsibilities for Service Recipients \nfor practising social workers\, members and representatives of national social work associations\, educators\, and other professionals engaged in social work policy and advocacy\nDates: 27 March · 10 April · 24 April · 8 May 2026\nTime: 12:00–13:30 CET \nRegistration: https://ifsw-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/ZBCxs1-DTsGxl30HbrY50A\nFormat: Online (Zoom\, livestreamed on YouTube)\nLanguage: English\, Spanish \nCo-organized by\nUN Commission of the International Federation of Social Workers (IFSW)\nOffice of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR)\nIn collaboration with the International Labour Organization (ILO) \nSocial workers operate daily at the frontline of human rights\, supporting individuals and communities while navigating complex systems\, laws\, and institutional expectations. They are both holders of rights — including decent work\, safety\, and professional autonomy — and professionals responsible for respecting and protecting the human rights of service recipients. \nObjectives\nThe CPD aims to: \n\nStrengthen social workers’ understanding of their own human rights and labour rights;\nClarify human rights responsibilities towards service recipients in complex practice settings;\nSupport practical skills for analysing and addressing real-life professional dilemmas;\nIdentify shared advocacy and policy priorities at national and global levels.\n\nProgramme \nSession 1: Human Rights\, Labour Rights\, and Social Work Frameworks\n This session will introduce key concepts and standards from human rights\, labour rights\, and social work perspectives. It will provide a common framework to help participants analyse professional dilemmas and case studies. \nSessions 2–4: Learning from Practice – Case Studies\nEach session will begin with a social work case.. The cases will focus on: \n\nThe multiple roles and expectations placed on social workers;\nTensions linked to public employment\, authority\, and legitimacy;\nEfforts to improve state systems while protecting human rights.\n\nThe three organisations OHCHR\, IFSW\, and ILO will analyse each case along their framework. Participants will jointly examine the cases\, identify relevant rights and responsibilities\, and discuss practical ways to address challenges and improve outcomes for both social workers and service recipients. \nExpected Outcomes\nParticipants will \n\nhave a clearer understanding of their human rights and professional responsibilities;\nfeel more confident in applying human rights principles in daily practice and policy discussions;\ncontribute to identifying key areas for collective advocacy and policy action at the global level.\n\n  \nRegistration is required\, to participate\, register here \nOrganisation  \nPoster \nLanguage: English and Spanish. \nPlatform: zoom\, broadcasted to Youtube  \nCertificate: a certificate of attendance will be provided. 
URL:https://www.ifsw.org/event/default-reminder-2/
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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;VALUE=DATE:20260501
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260504
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SUMMARY:International Congress for Community Wellness (ICCW 2026)
DESCRIPTION:CALL FOR CONGRESS PARTICIPATION\n\nFifteen years ago\, a team of European and American educators launched a new model of social work education in the Republic of Moldova. Through the dialogue\, collaboration\, contention\,  and experiment\, a new pedagogical model has evolved.  For the past 12 years\, dialectic social work acquired theoretical cohesion and methodological effectiveness\, as well as a cadre of acolytes – graduates of the Master of Social Work program at the Free International University in Moldova.\nDialectic social work educators and practitioners in Moldova formed the National Association of Social Work in Moldova and organized six consecutive conferences in Eastern Europe – all dedicated to promotion of dialectic social work in post-Soviet countries and beyond.\nThe nexus of the social work tradition in the West and opportunities for educational and professional innovation in Eastern European countries\, where social work was a novelty\, brought about new perspectives on human needs\, human capacities and professional practice.\nThe Sevenths Congress on Community Wellness is dedicated to reconnecting those scholars and practitioners\, who are committed to competence in the rapidly changing world.  The complexities of today’s society can only be understood through the dialogue across national\, sectarian\, and professional lines.\n\nYou are cordially invited to the Rites of Spring – the Seventh Congress on Community Wellness.\n \n\nTopics (Tracks) \n1.⁠ ⁠Community health & mental wellbeing\n2.⁠ ⁠Education and social development\n3.⁠ ⁠Group work praxis: Resilient communities through social entrepreneurship\n4.⁠ ⁠Culture\, identity\, and social cohesion\n5.⁠ ⁠Ecological stability through preservation of culture.\nWe welcome\nConceptual papers\, research papers\, case studies\, educational models\, interdisciplinary perspectives\, and practice-based interventions. \nAbstract submission \nSubmit to: \nAbstract deadline: February 28\nAcceptance notification: March 13\nAbstract length: 100–200 words\nPlease include: title\, author(s)\, affiliation\, country\, email\, and 3–5 keywords\nPresentation formats: Individual (15 min)\, Panel (60 min)\, Workshop (15–30 min)\nLanguage\nThe proceedings will be conducted in English. \nRegistration & fees \nCongress participation is free of charge. Optional add-ons for international participants:\nDay 3 field visit (Voievodatul Cărbunei) with dinner & entertainment: 50 EUR/person\nAccommodation package (3 nights): 300 EUR/person (upon request)\nVisa support / invitation letters and supporting documents: upon request\nTentative program (preliminary) \nDay 1 (10:00–21:00): Opening & Cultural Welcome — Opening ceremony; congress overview and presentations; cultural visit to the “Rites of Spring” Festival at the National Museum of Ethnography and Natural History\nDay 2 (10:00–17:00): Congress Sessions — Plenary and parallel sessions; panels\, workshops\, and roundtables\nDay 3 (10:00–20:00): Closing\, Field Trip & Gala Dinner — Final presentations and closing ceremony at ULIM; trip to Cărbuna; gala dinner at “Pestera Balaurului” cellar\nPlease see the attached Flyer for full details.
URL:https://www.ifsw.org/event/international-congress-for-community-wellness-iccw-2026/
LOCATION:Free International University of Moldova\, Chișinău\, Moldova\, Republic of
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SUMMARY:The Joint Conference on Social Work\, Education and Social Development
DESCRIPTION:SWSD 2026: Uniting Social Workers to Tackle Global Challenges\nThe Joint Conference on Social Work\, Education and Social Development is a biennial event that brings together members of the Associations of Social Work to exchange experiences\, explore current trends\, and share best practices in the field of social work worldwide. It serves as a vital platform for networking\, presenting research\, showcasing best practices or theoretical developments\, and fostering shared learning. Across the globe\, social workers confront a wide range of challenges\, including—but not limited to—war\, climate change\, and poverty. \nTheme: Harambee for Sustainable Shared Futures\n 
URL:https://www.ifsw.org/event/the-joint-conference-on-social-work-education-and-social-development/
LOCATION:Nairobi
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SUMMARY:Encuentro Latinoamericano Estudiantil de Trabajo Social 2026
DESCRIPTION:🌎✨ Encuentro Latinoamericano Estudiantil de Trabajo Social 2026 \n  \n📍 San José\, Costa Rica – Universidad de Costa Rica \n🗓 28 de septiembre – 1 de octubre \n🎓 Evento gratuito \n  \nUn espacio para encontrarnos\, debatir y fortalecer el Trabajo Social latinoamericano. \n  \n📌 Próximamente abriremos inscripciones. \n  \n👉 ¡Aparta la fecha! \n  \nSíguenos para más información: \nhttps://www.instagram.com/encuentrolat.est?igsh=MTVjM2ZhMjA4Zzc2bQ==  \n 
URL:https://www.ifsw.org/event/encuentro-latinoamericano-estudiantil/
LOCATION:Universidad de Costa Rica\, San José\, San José\, Costa Rica
CATEGORIES:LAC Region Event
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SUMMARY:2026 Social Work Congress (2026 SWC)
DESCRIPTION:The Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW) invites submissions for the 2026 Social Work Congress (2026 SWC)\, to be held at the Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre from Wednesday 18 – Friday 20 November 2026. \nWe encourage contributions from practitioners\, researchers\, educators\, students\, people with lived experience\, and community partners. Abstracts must be relevant to social work and clearly identify the topic area(s) addressed. \nWe welcome diverse forms of knowledge and experience – including practice innovations\, program evaluations\, policy initiatives\, research findings\, or co-designed projects – provided they contribute to advancing social work in Australia. \nWhy present?\nPresenting at the 2026 SWC is a chance to: \n\nShare your knowledge\, research and practice innovations with a national audience.\nRaise your profile as a leader and contribute to shaping the direction of the profession.\nConnect with colleagues\, academics\, and policy makers to build valuable networks.\nInspire and be inspired by peers committed to advancing social justice and community wellbeing.\nJoin national and international experts and showcase your work in the leading Congress in Social Work.\n\n  \nDownload the call for abstracts \nSubmit your abstract here \n  \nKey dates\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMonday 30 March 2026\nDeadline for receipt of abstracts\n\n\nFriday 17 April – Friday 15 May 2026\nAbstract review process\n\n\nMonday 25 May 2026\nAuthors notified regarding abstract submission\n\n\nMonday 8 June 2026\nDeadline for presenting authors to register\n\n\nFriday 31 July 2026\nClosing of early bird registration\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAwards & prizes\n\nThe Congress Management Committee will award the following prizes: \n\nBest Abstract – AU$500: All abstracts will be judged during the abstract reviewing process. The best abstract will receive AU$500.\nBest Static Poster – AU$250: During the Congress\, all static posters will be judged onsite at the Congress venue. The best Static poster will be awarded AU$250.\nNEW Best Spotlight Presentation – AU$250: During the Congress\, all spotlight presentations will be judged onsite at the Congress venue. The best spotlight will be awarded AU$250.\n\n\n\nFor more information\, click here
URL:https://www.ifsw.org/event/default-reminder/
LOCATION:Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre\, Australia
CATEGORIES:AP Region Event
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