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IFSW Europe Webinar to mark Human Rights Day 2023 – Social Work Practice and the Protection of Human Rights in Europe: freedom, equality and human rights for all
Monday 11th December 3 PM CET Time ONLINE ZOOM Platform Kindly use this link for registration _________________________________________ Join us in this free webinar organised by the International Federation …
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Africa’s Crucial Contribution to a Sustainable and Equitable Global Future
The following outcome statement has been endorsed by the participants of the IFSW Africa Region Conference 2023. In the spirit of Ubuntu, the IFSW Africa …
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A testament to the vital role of social work in societies: Former IFSW President David Jones receives honorary doctorate
On 22 November 2023, the University of London celebrated its esteemed Foundation Day, a tradition that had been part of the university’s history since 1903. …
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Lisbon Declaration for the development of Social Work and Humanitarian Action
From left to right: Paulo Pedroso, Director INOVHUMRE; Antonio López Peláez, UNED-ICSW; Jorge M. Ferreira, ISCTE; Sangmok Suh, ICSW President; Annamaria Campanini, IASSW President; Joachim …
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‘Empowering the Next Generation: Upholding Every Child’s Rights Through Social Work and Positive Parenting
The IFSW Asia-Pacific conference held two weeks ago in Cebu, the Philippines, was a vibrant center for sharing innovative ideas and transformative practices in social …
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Danish Association of Social Workers Celebrates Successful Social Worker Days 2023
Picture – Palle Peter Skov The Danish Association of Social Workers Celebrates Successful Social Worker Days 2023. On November 15th and 16th, The Danish Association …
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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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Social Workers’ Day in Ukraine, November 5, 2023
November 5th holds special significance in Ukraine, as it is a day dedicated to acknowledging the invaluable contributions of social workers. This holiday was officially …
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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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Israel / Palestine: IFSW calls for immediate ceasefire and to address the root causes of the conflict
As the bombings continue in Palestine and Israel, we witness many of the world’s governments and geo-political blocks taking sides or stumbling around wording relating …
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The second Issue of the International Journal of Social Work Values and Ethics for 2023 has just been published!
FSW 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 Rudin, …
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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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