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Mobilisation des étudiants en travail social pour obtenir leur diplôme : une démonstration grandeur nature de leurs compétences professionnelles !
Association Nationale des Assistants de Service Social, France Paris, le 15 décembre 2019, La situation actuelle des étudiant·e·s en formation de travail social, et notamment …
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IFSW Statement – International Migrants Day December 18.
The International Federation of Social Workers (IFSW) Human Rights Commission observes International Migrants Day to honor and advocate for of all migrants and their human …
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Second National Social Workers Conference in Malawi
Second National Social Workers Conference in Malawi – 26-28 November 2019 Malawi presents some stark figures when it comes to social work concerns. The country …
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IFSW United Nations Commission – Statement “Women 2000: gender equality, development and peace for the twenty-first century”
IFSW, United Nations Commission – Team of New York, has submited an statement on the theme “Women 2000: gender equality, development and peace for the …
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World Social Work Day 2020 poster is out!
#WSWD2020 poster is presenting today! On the 17th March 2020 we celebrate World Social Work Day! A key day in the year when social workers …
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#SWSD2020 ABSTRACT SUBMISSION DEADLINE, 3 DAYS TO GO!
Do not forget to submit your abstract! Click here There are 3 more days to submit your contributions to the SWSD2020 IFSW Conference! Send your …
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Reconciliation after genocide: the impact of social work in Rwanda
IFSW’s Secretary-General Rory Truell visited The National Organization of Social Work of Rwanda last October. In this article published on International Human Rights Day by …
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WEEKEND OF FUN AND SERIOUS PURPOSE FOR UNRECOGNISED YOUNG CARERS
Young Carers celebrate 70 years of the commonwealth by developing a commonwealth young carer charter whilst enjoying a relaxing weekend Around 50 young carers gathered …
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Educating for Human Rights: IFSW’s interim Global Education Commission calls for the inclusion of Human Rights principles in all social work curricula.
Professor Vasilios Ioakimidis, Commissioner of the IFSW interim Education Commission Never before, since the United Nations ratified the Universal Declaration of Human Rights in 1948, …
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IFSW Human Rights Commission Statement Regarding International Human Rights Day
The IFSW Human Rights Commission celebrates International Human Rights Day on December 10th and joins with others who struggle to secure human rights for all. …
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Social Work Promoting Community and Environmental Sustainability Volume 3
IFSW is thrilled, once again, to create a platform that highlights the important and inspiring work of social workers around the world who are taking …
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#SWSD2020 IFSW World Conference on Social Work, Solidarity Scholarships
We’re pleased to announce that scholarship applications are now open! You can find the guidelines and the link to apply here: The International Organising Committee …
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IFSW Statement on International Day of Persons with Disabilities
On International Day of Persons with Disabilities, IFSW highlights the importance of governments and all people’s responsibility to support the dignity, rights and well-being of …
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Classic Chinese version of the Global Social Work Statement of Ethical Principles
The Hong Kong Association of Social Workers (HKSWA) has collaborated with IFSW to provide a translation on the Global Social Work Statement of Ethical Principles …
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IFSW Statement on International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People
Today is the United Nation’s International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People. Solidarity for human rights and self-determination is at the core of the …
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Social workers from Bulgaria on strike for “ЕDUCATION-SALARY-RESPECT”
Social workers from 35 welfare directorates across the country went on a one-hour strike on November 27. The Bulgarian Association of Social Workers expresses full …
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Professionalisation of Social Work in Malawi
IFSW Vicepresident, Mr, Noel Muridzo, has participated at the Second National Social Work Conference in Malawi. The Conference was held from 26th to 28th November 2019, at …
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#SWSD2020 Conference, submit your abstract by Dec. 13
Submissions open until Dec. 13 Responding to many requests, the organizing committee has decided to keep contributions open until Dec. 13, 2019. “The whole point …
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IFSW Europe calls on social work schools to incorporate women’s rights and domestic violence in their curriculum and all social workers to respond the needs of women in risk or disadvantaged situations – Orange the World
25 November is the UN International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women. Starting on this year’s International Day for the Elimination of Violence …
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