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AvenirSocial Launches the Charter for an Ecosocial Social Work in Switzerland
The International Commission of AvenirSocial – the Swiss professional association for social work – took seriously the call from the People’s Global Summit to promote the People’s Charter …
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Social Work History, Values and Global Leadership
IFSW warmly acknowledges the ongoing work of the Social Work History Network in strengthening the profession’s understanding of its roots and values. The Network continues …
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“Social Services in the Spiral of Hope, Shame and Despair” was Discussed at the 9th National Social Services Congress in Türkiye
The Association of Social Workers (SHUDER) organized the 9th Social Services Congress with the theme of “Social Services in the Spiral of Hope, Shame and …
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International Journal of Social Work Values and Ethics Volume 22, Number 2 Published
The International Journal of Social Work Values and Ethics has released its latest issue, Volume 22, Issue 2, continuing its role as a vital global …
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Malawi to Host the 2027 IFSW Africa Regional Conference
The International Federation of Social Workers (IFSW) Africa Region has announced Malawi as the host country for the 2027 IFSW Africa Regional Conference. The announcement …
Read moreLe Malawi accueillera la Conférence régionale africaine de la FITS en 2027
La Fédération internationale des travailleur·euse·s sociaux·ales (FITS), pour la région Afrique, a annoncé que le Malawi sera le pays hôte de la Conférence régionale africaine …
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Call for Contributions: Global Standards and the Future of Social Work Education
The International Journal Social Work Education has launched a call for a special issue on The Global Standards for Social Work Education and Training: Implementation …
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La Région Afrique de la FITS annonce des engagements forts lors de la Conférence continentale 2025 à Dakar, au Sénégal
La Région Afrique de la Fédération Internationale des Travailleuses et Travailleurs Sociaux (FITS) a conclu sa Conférence régionale 2025 à Dakar avec un appel renouvelé …
Read moreIFSW Africa Region Issues Strong Commitments at 2025 Continental Conference in Dakar, Senegal
The International Federation of Social Workers (IFSW) Africa Region concluded its 2025 Regional Conference in Dakar with a renewed call for stronger social service systems, …
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Tierra del Fuego (Argentina) celebró su Jornada Provincial de Trabajo Social en el 30º aniversario de su Colegio Profesional
El Colegio Profesional de Trabajo Social de la Provincia de Tierra del Fuego, Antártida e Islas del Atlántico Sur llevó a cabo el pasado 5 …
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The IFSW Statement for the 64th CSocD
The International Federation of Social Workers (IFSW) is pleased to announce that its statement for the 64th Commission for Social Development (CSocD) has been formally …
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Standing with Communities Affected by Recent Cyclones and Floods in the Asia-Pacific Region
In Sumatra, Indonesia and in Sri Lanka, a series of severe rainfall disasters triggered by multiple cyclones has resulted in the tragic loss of many …
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APSWC 2025 Successfully Concludes in Sri Lanka
The Asia-Pacific Social Work Conference (APSWC) 2025, hosted in Sri Lanka, successfully concluded with the participation of social workers, academics, and professionals from across the …
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Pulling Together for a Shared Future: Harambee Inspires World Social Work Day 2026
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 …
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Strengthening Intergenerational Solidarity: IFSW Latin America and Caribbean Region Unites in Pilar, Paraguay
The International Federation of Social Workers (IFSW) Latin America and Caribbean (LAC) Region gathered in the vibrant city of Pilar, Paraguay, for an unforgettable week …
Read moreLa región de América Latina y el Caribe de la FITS se reúne en Pilar, Paraguay, para el fortalecimiento de la solidaridad intergeneracional
La región de América Latina y el Caribe (ALC) de la Federación Internacional de Trabajadores Sociales (FITS) se reunió en la bella ciudad de Pilar, …
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Historic Launch Unites Social Workers Across South Africa
IFSW Africa President, Oluwatoni Adeleke On 20 November 2025, the Social Workers Association of South Africa (SASWA) held its inaugural launch at the Auditorium, Future …
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New IFSW Publication Highlights Collective Efforts To Strengthen Social Work Across The Asia Pacific
The International Federation of Social Workers is delighted to launch the new e-book Professional Social Work Education in the Asia Pacific Region. Development of Registration …
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Together for People and Planet: IFSW Europe 2025 Conferences Inspire Collective Action
From 6 to 8 October 2025, over 600 social workers, educators, and researchers from across Europe and beyond gathered in Oslo for the IFSW Europe …
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Historic Collaboration at the UN Second World Summit for Social Development in Doha
The UN Second World Summit for Social Development, held in Doha from 4 until 6 November 2026, marked a truly historic moment for the global …
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