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IFSW North America Announces New Appointment of UN Commission Representative
The North American region of the International Federation of Social Workers (IFSW) is honoured to announce the appointment of its new Regional Representatives to the …
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Le Mozambique rejoint la FITS
La Fédération Internationale des Travailleurs Sociaux (FITS) est heureuse d’accueillir le Mozambique comme son plus récent membre, représenté par l’Association Africaine des Travailleurs Sociaux du …
Read moreMozambique Joins IFSW
The International Federation of Social Workers (IFSW) is delighted to welcome Mozambique as its newest member, represented by the African Association of Social Workers Mozambique …
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Join the Fourth Annual COSW Policy Forum: Reframing Social Work During Global Turbulence
The Commonwealth Organisation for Social Work (COSW) invites social workers, students, educators, and allies from across the Commonwealth to the Fourth Annual COSW Policy Forum …
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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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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 …
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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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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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Pulling Together for Shared Futures: SWSD 2026 Opens Call for Submissions
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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IFSW Appoints Pascal Rudin as Interim Secretary-General
The International Federation of Social Workers (IFSW) would like to inform that our Secretary-General, Dr Rory Truell, is currently on extended leave. During this time, …
Read moreNew COSW Council Holds Inaugural Meeting
The newly convened Council of the Commonwealth Organisation for Social Work (COSW) held its first formal meeting on 24 May 2025, bringing together representatives from …
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News from India: NAPSPI Publishes May 2025 Newsletter Focusing on Family Wellbeing
The Asia-Pacific regional office is pleased to share the May 2025 newsletter from the National Association of Professional Social Workers in India (NAPSPI). This edition, …
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Invitation to Join the E-Learning Course on the Global Standards for Social Work Education and Training
We are delighted to invite all social work educators, practitioners, researchers and students to participate in a free, self-paced e-learning course which was developed by …
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