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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 …
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La 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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IFSW Delivers Successful Panel at the Second World Summit for Social Development in Doha
The solution session on strengthening social integration through intergenerational solidarity, led by IFSW and co-organised by the International Association of Schools of Social Work (IASSW), …
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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, …
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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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