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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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IFSW Signs Civil Society Petition on UN80 Reform and Children’s Rights
The International Federation of Social Workers (IFSW) has joined other civil society organisations in signing the petition initiated by Child Rights Connect, calling on 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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Indigenous Peoples’ right to self-determination: a pathway for food security and sovereignty
This image is an example of some traditional Indigenous food sources In recognition of the International Day of the Worlds Indigenous Peoples 2025, the Indigenous …
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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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IFSW Education Commission Defends the Right to Speak for Justice: Standing with Professor Lavalette
It is with great concern that we have learned that Professor Michael Lavalette has been summoned by the police for an interview under the UK …
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Convocatoria para el rol de representante regional por América Latina y el Caribe ante la Comisión Indígena de la FITS
Convocatoria para el rol de representante regional por América Latina y el Caribe ante la Comisión Indígena de la FITS Call for applications: LAC representative …
Read moreConvocatoria para el rol de representante regional por América Latina y el Caribe ante la Comisión de Educación de la FITS
Convocatoria para el rol de representante regional por América Latina y el Caribe ante la Comisión de Educación de la FITS Call for applications: LAC …
Read moreConvocatoria para representante/s regional/es por América Latina y el Caribe ante la Comisión de Naciones Unidas de la FITS
Convocatoria para representante/s regional/es por América Latina y el Caribe ante la Comisión de Naciones Unidas de la FITS Call for applications: LAC representatives to …
Read moreVacancies for IFSW Europe regional representative to the UN Commissioner
IFSW Europe Regional Commissioner to the United Nations The IFSW Global Commission to the UN and IFSW Europe are reopening the call for the main …
Read morePublic Statement of Solidarity with Palestinian Social Workers and the People of Gaza
The International Federation of Social Workers (IFSW) expresses its unwavering and heartfelt solidarity with the Palestinian Social Workers and Psychologists Syndicate and with the people …
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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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