IFSW Europe is delighted to announce the election of Dr Ruth Allen as the new regional president. Ruth Allen succeeds outgoing president Ana Radulescu. With a wealth of experience and a strong commitment to advancing the field of social work, Ruth now takes over the leadership of IFSW Europe.
Ruth brings a distinguished background to her new role as president. After a long career in social work practice, development and leadership, Ruth joined the British Association of Social Workers as Chief Executive. She is a member of the Executive committee of IFSW Europe and has a long commitment to IFSW and international social work. She brings commitment to our principles of social justice, transparency, accountability, responsibility, participation, responsiveness and inclusion in all we do.
“I am deeply honoured to have been elected as the new President of IFSW Europe,” said Ruth Allen. “I look forward to working closely with all our members and partners to advance our organization’s mission. We need to work together across Europe to promote the vital role that social work plays in building just and equitable societies. I aim to build more connections between social workers across Europe and globally, to promote the sharing of knowledge and solidarity across our profession, and to raise up the voice of social work as a force for good across all our societies.”
Throughout her career, Ruth Allen has advocated tirelessly for the rights of people using services and particularly the importance of co-creation and partnership and between communities and social workers. Her passion for advocacy, equality and social justice, and her visionary, inclusive leadership style provide an excellent foundation for her leadership of IFSW Europe.
In assuming the presidency, Ruth Allen reaffirms IFSW Europe’s commitment to excellence in social work practice and education. Under her guidance, the organization will continue to promote collaboration, knowledge sharing and professional development opportunities for social workers across Europe, and build on the excellent progress
Ana Rădulescu, former president of IFSW Europe: I sincerely congratulate you on your election as the new president of IFSW Europe. It is an honor to pass the torch to someone who is dedicated and passionate about promoting the values and principles of social work. I wish you all the strength and wisdom you need to lead IFSW Europe to new heights of excellence and innovation. I am confident that you will continue to make significant contributions to the promotion of human rights, social justice and solidarity among social work professionals.
On behalf of the IFSW Europe Executive Committee, we extend our sincere congratulations to Ruth Allen on her election as President of IFSW Europe. We look forward to working closely with Ruth to advance IFSW Europe’s mission and advance social justice and human rights in Europe and beyond.