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Social work has a critical role to play in transformational change in co-building our shared futures
Co-building our shared futures starts now. The People’s Global Summit, ‘Co-building a New Eco-Social World: Leaving No One Behind’ begins on the 29th June and …
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Tragedy for displaced peoples in North African highlights urgent need for new structures
Six days after World Refugee Day, we have witnessed the response of two nation-states, Morocco and Spain, to displaced people resulting in death, injury and …
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IFSW Africa Publishes 2021 Conference Abstract Book
The IFSW Africa is pleased to publish the 2021 International Social Work Conference Abstract book. The Hybrid conference held in Rwanda Kigali hosted by the …
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IFSW Statement on World Refugee Day 2022
In the past decade, the global refugee population has more than doubled. According to the UNHCR, over 84 million people have become displaced through fear …
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International Exchange Webinar: IFSW Europe New Social Workers Project – Portuguese Social Work Student Movement – Friday 17th June 2022 at 5pm CET
International Exchange Webinar: IFSW Europe New Social Workers Project – Portuguese Social Work Student Movement Time and date: Friday 17th June 2022 at 5pm CET …
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SO YOU WANT TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE? HERE’S HOW
Join now to be a part of shaping the world you want to live in. The People’s Global Summit, ‘Co-building a New Eco-Social World: Leaving …
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Update: Ukraine and the Social Work Response
Photo: Ana Radulescu is welcomed by the children of the Kamenets Podisk District “Friends you are incredible We admire your warm hearts and openness to …
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IFSW-AP UN Representatives at the 78th Session UN ESCAP in Bangkok
The IFSW-AP UN Representatives, including Dr. Wilaiporn Kotbungkair (Thailand), Dr. Sebastian Cordoba (Australia), and Mr. Kim Sug Pyo (South Korea), attended the 78th Session of …
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Executive Censure of the Israeli Union of Social Workers withdrawn
The IFSW executive is pleased to announce that the Censure of the Israeli Union of Social Workers has now been withdrawn as part of the …
Read moreNew Policy: The Role of Social Workers in Advancing a New Eco-Social World
The policy paper “The Role of Social Workers in Advancing a New Eco-Social World” has just been adopted as part of the 2022 IFSW General …
Read moreThe Role of Social Workers in Advancing a New Eco-Social World
Update: Following the adoption of this policy in May 2022, IFSW has in July 2022 developed in partnership: The People’s Charter for a New Eco-Social …
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Award of the IfSW Andrew Mouravieff-Apostol Medal 2022
The International Federation of Social Workers is pleased to announce the award of the highest honour of the Federation – the Andrew Mouravieff-Apostol Medal – …
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International Exchange Webinar: IFSW Europe NEW SOCIAL WORKERS Project
International Exchange Webinar: IFSW Europe NEW SOCIAL WORKERS Project Veerle Meijer – The Netherlands Friday 27th May 2022 at 5pm CET THIS REGISTRATION FORM Please …
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New IFSW Global President Elected
IFSW is delighted to announce that the new global President is Joachim Mumba from Zambia. His 4-year term as president commenced on the 16th of …
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IFSW Europe – WEBINAR – Developing eco-wisdom – leave no one behind! May 24th 2022, 18.00 – 19.30 CET
IFSW Europe – WEBINAR – Developing eco-wisdom – leave no one behind! Platform: ZOOM / English language May 24th 2022, 18.00 – 19.30 hrs CET Dear …
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Dutch association opens file on refugees from Ukraine
The Dutch Association BPSW placed a special file on the refugee crisis on their website. There is information about the work social workers fulfil in …
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THE SOCIAL WORKERS’ ASSOCIATION OF ZAMBIA ACT, PASSED
The Social Workers’ Association of Zambia Act, 2022 was passed this week. It represents a significant effort by the Social Workers’ Association of Zambia to …
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Lessons From the Frontline of the Ukraine Refugee Crisis
IFSW European President, Ana Radulescu invited the Federation’s Secretary-General, Rory Truell, to visit the social work response at the Ukrainian / Romanian border. These are …
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Improving The Poor Working Conditions Of Social Workers – Last Chance To Contribute To Workforce Survey – Now Closes On 19 April 2022
World Social Work Day on the 15th March 2022 enabled us to share stories from all over the world showing the positive impact of social …
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Global Social Work: Working with the displaced communities from Ukraine
In response to the invasion of Ukraine, funding is being directed to IFSW Europe in recognition that a social work approach includes meeting the immediate …
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