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Solidarity with social workers in Israel and Palestine
The people of Israel and Palestine are currently going through an extremely difficult and heart-breaking time marked by major losses. The ongoing conflict in the …
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The Aegean Declaration on Climate Justice and Social Work
In August, a groundbreaking collaboration brought together social workers from Greece, Turkey, and the UK championed by the Turkish Association of Social Workers, the Hellenic …
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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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World Mental Health Day: The Crucial Role of Social Work in Advancing Mental Well-Being
On this World Mental Health Day, we stand united in our commitment to advancing mental well-being and ensuring that everyone, regardless of their circumstances, has …
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We stand in solidarity with Afghanistan: IFSW statement on the earthquake in Herat region
A major 6.3 magnitude earthquake hit the region of Herat located 120km (75 miles) east of the Iranian border with an estimated population of 1.9 …
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Challenges and Commitment: Insights from Social Workers in Bosnia and Herzegovina
In my current capacity as President of IFSW Europe, I was honored to accept an invitation from the Department of Social Work at the University …
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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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1-10 OCTOBER IS OLDER ADULT MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS WEEK
Social workers enhance later life by upholding rights, fighting discrimination, and ensuring compassionate care. Roughly one in five older people will experience some kind of …
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IFSW Statement on World Habitat Day 2023
In 1985, the United Nations designated the first Monday of October of every year as World Habitat Day to reflect on the state of our …
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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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Resident resettlement and community support in Tomashivka – Ukraine
The Tomashivka Refugee Center was in dire need of significant renovations to ensure decent living conditions. The local council’s decision to keep the center as …
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Acknowledging the Impact of Indigenous Residential Schools: Commemorating Orange Shirt Day
Indigenous Peoples around the world remain distinct from surrounding settler societies despite attempts at forced assimilation. In many contexts, a primary mechanism of forced assimilation …
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Rehabilitation of Zhvanchyk Refugee Center in Ukraine with International Support
In the heart of Zhvanchyk, a transformative project is underway at the local refugee center. The ambitious renovation initiative began with a comprehensive renovation of …
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Actions for peace: Our ambition for the #GlobalGoals
The annual Day on Peace is a signal for all of us, drawing our attention to the importance of peace. This year, the topic of …
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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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IFSW statement on the situation in Nagorno-Karabakh
IFSW is deeply concerned about the recent outbreak of severe armed violence in Azerbaijan in the Nagorno-Karabakh region. The ramifications of such conflict are profound, …
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Th Voices of Social Work Practitioners in Ukraine
Based on my experience this year at the Community Center for Social Support, I can confidently state that Ukraine needs a strong social work profession …
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Social work responds to crises and challenges that threaten the well-being and life of people and communities
Social work responds to crises and challenges that threaten the well-being and life of people and communities. Crises do not respect national borders. Therefore, solutions …
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Report on one year of partnership and shared efforts strengthening the field of social work in Ukraine and foster resilience during the most challenging times of war
As we mark the one-year anniversary of International Federation of Social Workers Europe’s (IFSW Europe) presence in Ukraine, we are reminded of the incredible journey …
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One-Year Celebration: Ukraine Marks Milestones in Social Support Building
The International Federation of Social Workers in Europe (IFSW Europe), led by President Ana Radulescu, in collaboration with the President of the Kamenets Podilsk District …
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