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Paving the way for a safer and more secure future for children in Uganda
A group picture of students and staff of Bugema University after INSPIRE training in January 2023 In an effort to strengthen the social service workforce …
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Celebrating 35 years of activity of the Hungarian Federation of Social Workers
The Hungarian Federation of Social Workers is proudly marking its 35th anniversary. Social workers from across the country gathered to celebrate their shared journey and …
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Celebrating Two Decades of Social Work Excellence in Malta: Reflections on the 20th Anniversary of the Department of Social Work, University of Malta
Malta recently celebrated a significant milestone in the realm of social work—the 20th anniversary of its esteemed Department of Social Work, University of Malta. This …
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Celebrating a Legacy of Compassion and Service: PASWI Marks Its 75th Jubilee
The Philippine Association of Social Workers, Inc. (PASWI) celebrated a significant milestone with its Platinum Jubilee National Convention in Cebu City, commemorating 75 years of …
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SDGs Halfway Point: Social Work for Transformative Change
The following statement has been endorsed by the participants of the 27th IFSW Asia-Pacific Conference: In an inspirational display of solidarity and commitment, over 1,000 …
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Bridging Gaps and Creating Change: The Imperative for Social Workers Worldwide to Attend the IFSW African Region Conference in Lagos, Nigeria
In a world marked by constant transformation and an ever-evolving social landscape, the role of social workers has never been more crucial. Across Nigeria, Africa, …
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We are delighted to launch the 2024 World Social Work Day Poster
As we approach World Social Work Day 2024, we are excited to unveil the theme: “Buen Vivir: Shared Future for Transformative Change”, which is rooted …
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OBDS Austria: Alternative budget speech to Parliament
On October 17, 2023, the FAIR alliance delivered an “alternative budget speech” to Parliament, addressing key issues related to care work, poverty, distributive justice, and …
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Launch of Global Agenda Theme 4: “Buen Vivir: Shared Future for Transformative Change”
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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The second Issue of the International Journal of Social Work Values and Ethics for 2023 has just been published!
IFSW is pleased to announce that the Volume 20, Issue 2 (2023) of the International Journal of Social Work Values and Ethics has just been published. Dr Pascal …
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Commonwealth celebrates ‘Crucial Role of Social Workers’
At the COSW online Policy Forum held on 21st October 2023, eminent Commonwealth officials, including Matthew Neuhaus (Australia), IFSW President Joachim Mumba (Zambia), Janneth Mghamba …
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NASW-DRC: Sustainable Change Through Agricultural Empowerment
In the face of ongoing conflict in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), the National Association of Social Workers (NASW-DRC) has made significant strides in …
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Your chance to take part in the biggest global study of challenging working conditions of social workers
All social workers are invited to help create the biggest overview of often-challenging working conditions of social workers around the globe. The survey is open …
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A Childhood for Life. Social workers recommendations to improve the living conditions of children in low-income families and prevent the transmission of poverty in Norway
The expert group on children in impoverished families in Norway, appointed on August 12, 2022, delivered a report titled “A Childhood for Life” on October …
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26 October: Annual Global Social Service Workforce Alliance Symposium
The annual Social Service Workforce Week, spearheaded by our esteemed partner, the Global Social Service Workforce Alliance, carries profound importance for social workers across the …
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21 October: Online COSW Policy Forum
Dear Colleagues We warmly welcome you to join us for the second annual COSW Policy Forum (online): The contribution of the Commonwealth to Global Social Policy …
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International Day Of The Girl Child: Let Us Renew Our Commitment To Investing In Girls’ Rights
Dear Fellow Social workers in Africa, Today, we celebrate the International Day of the Girl Child. This day is an opportunity for us to reflect …
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28 November: Symposium on Addressing the Lack of Access to Education for Children Without Legal Identity
Welcome to the symposium on “Protecting Futures: Addressing Lack of Access to Education for Children Without Legal Identity”. This is a call to address the …
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IFSW UN Representatives attend United Nations Sustainable Development Goals Summit
At the 78th session of the United Nations General Assembly, the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) Summit 2023 was convened to mark the ‘half-way’ …
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Call for Expressions of Interest to host the SWSD 2026 Conference
The Joint Steering Committee, representing the International Association of Schools of Social Work (IASSW), the International Council on Social Welfare (ICSW) and the International Federation …
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