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Indigenous Peoples’ right to self-determination: a pathway for food security and sovereignty
This image is an example of some traditional Indigenous food sources In recognition of the International Day of the Worlds Indigenous Peoples 2025, the Indigenous …
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ISPSW National Conference 2025 Highlights the Future of Social Work in a Digital India
The Indian Society of Professional Social Work (ISPSW), in partnership with Bengaluru City University, hosted its National Conference on 30–31 July 2025 in Bengaluru under …
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New Journal Issue Explores Artificial Intelligence and Ethical Complexity in Social Work
The International Journal of Social Work Values and Ethics has released its first issue this year (Volume 22, Issue 1), offering critical insights into some …
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IFSW Europe News Briefing for Members – August 2025
IFSW Europe has issued its third news briefing of 2025, focusing on preparations for the upcoming Delegates’ Meeting scheduled to take place in Oslo, Norway …
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Global Standards, Local Action: Austria Introduces Social Work Framework
The Austrian Professional Association of Social Work (obds), in collaboration with a broad alliance of professional bodies, academic institutions, and community networks, has officially launched …
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IFSW Education Commission Defends the Right to Speak for Justice: Standing with Professor Lavalette
It is with great concern that we have learned that Professor Michael Lavalette has been summoned by the police for an interview under the UK …
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Convocatoria para el rol de representante regional por América Latina y el Caribe ante la Comisión Indígena de la FITS
Convocatoria para el rol de representante regional por América Latina y el Caribe ante la Comisión Indígena de la FITS Call for applications: LAC representative …
Read moreConvocatoria para el rol de representante regional por América Latina y el Caribe ante la Comisión de Educación de la FITS
Convocatoria para el rol de representante regional por América Latina y el Caribe ante la Comisión de Educación de la FITS Call for applications: LAC …
Read moreConvocatoria para representante/s regional/es POR América Latina y el Caribe ante la Comisión de las Naciones Unidas de la FITS
Convocatoria para representante/s regional/es por América Latina y el Caribe ante la Comisión de Naciones Unidas de la FITS Call for applications: LAC representatives to …
Read moreVacancies for IFSW Europe regional representative to the UN Commissioner
IFSW Europe Regional Commissioner to the United Nations The IFSW Global Commission to the UN and IFSW Europe are reopening the call for the main …
Read morePublic Statement of Solidarity with Palestinian Social Workers and the People of Gaza
The International Federation of Social Workers (IFSW) expresses its unwavering and heartfelt solidarity with the Palestinian Social Workers and Psychologists Syndicate and with the people …
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Eurasia Forum 2025 Marks New Era of Global Social Work Collaboration and Intergenerational Leadership
The 16th Eurasia Forum of Social Workers convened from 2–4 July 2025 at Yeungnam University in Daegu, Republic of Korea, under the timely and compelling …
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Mozambique Hosts National Social Work Conference as Association of Social Workers Moves Toward IFSW Membership
The African Association of Social Workers Mozambique (AASMO) held its second national conference on 3–4 July 2025 at the Montebelo Indy Maputo Congress Hotel, bringing …
Read moreLe Mozambique accueille une conférence nationale sur le travail social alors que l’Association des travailleuses et travailleurs sociaux se prépare à adhérer à la FITS
L’Association africaine des travailleuses et travailleurs sociaux du Mozambique (AASMO) a tenu sa deuxième conférence nationale les 3 et 4 juillet 2025 à l’hôtel Montebelo …
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Secure Your Place at SWSD 2026 in Nairobi
The International Association of Schools of Social Work (IASSW), the International Council on Social Welfare (ICSW), and the International Federation of Social Workers (IFSW) are …
Read morePublic Statement of Solidarity with Social Workers in Iran
The International Federation of Social Workers (IFSW) stands in solemn solidarity with the Iranian Association of Social Workers and the broader social work community in …
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CASW 2025 Annual Report Highlights Major Advocacy Wins and Growing Impact of Social Work Across Canada
The Canadian Association of Social Workers (CASW) has released its 2025 Annual Report, showcasing a year marked by significant advocacy achievements, expanded professional development, and …
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IFSW President Joachim Mumba Highlights Collective Strength at Eurasia Forum
The 16th Eurasia Forum of Social Workers opened on 2 July 2025 at Yeungnam University in the Republic of Korea with a powerful address by …
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IFSW UN representatives working together to advocate for SDG action
Representatives from the International Federation of Social Workers’ United Nations Commission from across the world came together to contribute to an inquiry from the UN’s …
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Crossing Borders, Creating Change: Social Work Students Unite in Arnhem
From 23 to 27 June 2025, the International Social Work Learning Lab (ISWLL) brought together social work students and faculty members from Germany, Greece, and …
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