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Informe de la ONU destaca el rol fundamental del Trabajo Social en la construcción de la confianza y dignidad humanas
La FITS recibe con gran satisfacción el reciente informe del relator especial de las Naciones Unidas sobre la extrema pobreza y los derechos humanos que …
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UN Report Affirms Social Work’s Central Role in Building Trust and Human Dignity
IFSW warmly welcomes the recent report of the United Nations Special Rapporteur on Extreme Poverty and Human Rights, which affirms the essential contribution of social …
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PASWI International Conference and National Convention Celebrate Intergenerational Solidarity and Family Wellbeing
More than 2,000 Social Workers gathered in the Chavit Coliseum, Vigan City, The Philippines The historic city of Vigan, a UNESCO World Heritage site, came …
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Supporting Earthquake Victims in Northern Cebu, Philippines
Following the devastating 6.9 magnitude earthquake that struck the northern part of Cebu on 30 September 2025, many families in Bogo City and nearby areas …
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Explore an International Professional Experience in 2026
The Council of International Fellowship (CIF) invites social workers to participate in its International Professional Exchange Programmes in 2026. These unique opportunities offer 2–4 weeks …
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IFSW Europe Delegates Meeting 3-5 October 2025, Oslo, Norway
Participants of the 2025 IFSW Europe Delegates Meeting, including those that joined online Sixty-two delegates, observers and guests from twenty-one European countries gathered in Oslo, …
Read moreStatement on the Earthquake in Cebu, the Philippines
Statement from …
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G20 Leaders Called to Act Now for Global Peace, Equality, and Sustainability
As the world’s most powerful nations prepare to meet at the G20 Summit in Gauteng, South Africa, on 22 to 23 November 2025, social work …
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International Comparative Symposium – The Development of Standards for Social Work Education & Training in Asia-Pacific Countries
Title: International Comparative Symposium – The Development of Standards for Social Work Education & Training in Asia-Pacific Countries The International Federation of Social Workers Asia-Pacific …
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Webinar “Strengthening Intergenerational Solidarity for Enduring Well-Being” Successfully Concluded
News: IFSW Asia-Pacific Webinar Successfully Concluded On 20 September 2025, IFSW Asia-Pacific successfully held its regional webinar on the theme “Strengthening Intergenerational Solidarity for Enduring …
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Towards a Unified Voice: Progress on the Establishment of the new South African Social Workers Association
On 10 September 2025, Oluwatoni Adeleke, IFSW Africa President, Antoinette Lombard, Chair of the Steering Committee to establish the South African Social Workers Association (SASWA), …
Read moreStatement of Sympathy Following the Earthquake in Afghanistan
The International Federation of Social Workers Asia-Pacific Region expresses its profound sorrow at the devastating earthquake that struck eastern Afghanistan on 31 August 2025. The …
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The Social Workers’ Association of Nepal Calls for Respect of Young People’s Voices Amid Gen Z Protests
The Social Workers’ Association of Nepal (SWAN) has issued a statement to the international community regarding the recent two-day protest (8–9 September 2025) organised by …
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COSW Newsletter Highlights Collaboration with IFSW members
The latest newsletter from the Commonwealth Organization for Social Work (COSW) highlights the organization’s ongoing work and its strong collaboration with the International Federation of …
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Book Launch: Local Perspectives on Social Services and Social Work in the Context of War and Conflict
Date: Friday, 19 September 2025 Time: 11:00–13:00 UTC (London: 12:00–14:00 BST; Lusaka: 13:00–15:00 CAT) Location: Online, via Zoom IFSW is delighted to announce the launch …
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From Fragility to Fortitude: COSW Policy Forum 2025
The Commonwealth Organisation for Social Work (COSW) invites colleagues and partners to join its 2025 Annual Policy Forum on Saturday, 13 September 2025. At the …
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Call For Expressions Of Interest To Host The IFSW Africa Region 2027 Conference
IFSW Africa Region is putting up a call for expression of interest to host the 2027 IFSW – Africa Region Hybrid Conference. As you may …
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Social Work at the Heart of Global Health Partnership on Vaccination
Following the momentum of the 2022 Global People’s Summit for an Eco-Social World, the International Federation of Social Workers (IFSW) is proud to continue its …
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IFSW Asia-Pacific Regional Webinar: “Strengthening Intergenerational Solidarity for Enduring Well-Being.”
Join the International Federation of Social Workers Asia-Pacific (IFSW-AP) for a free online webinar on “Strengthening Intergenerational Solidarity for Enduring Well-being”. This event is a …
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Malawian Social Workers Review work to Professionalize the social work
LILONGWE, MALAWI — The Association of Social Workers in Malawi (ASWiM), in partnership with UNICEF and the Ministry of Gender, Community Development and Social …
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