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Social workers across the world experience chronically difficult working conditions, says new global research
A three-year global comparison of the working conditions of social workers, just published in The British Journal of Social Work, finds that ‘social workers across …
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Launch of ‘Social Work as a Global Profession, Handbook for Teaching and Learning’
IFSW in partnership with The Bern University of Applied Sciences (BFH) in Switzerland are delighted to announce the publication of Social Work as a Global …
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UN Report Highlights Social Work’s Role in Advancing Buen Vivir and Eco-Social Justice for a Sustainable Future
The UN Secretary-General’s Harmony with Nature Report, 2024 has once again highlighted the essential role of social work in driving transformative change. The report draws …
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On-site Visit Report after the Türkiye-Syria Earthquake
From August 18 to 23, 2024, a team comprised of Rory Truell (IFSW Secretary-General, Ruth Allen, (IFSW Europe Regional President), and Machiko Ohara (IFSW Asia …
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Social Work Voices Set to Shape CHOGM 2024 in Samoa
The Commonwealth Organisation for Social Work (COSW) will play a key role in advancing social work perspectives at the upcoming Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting …
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“The Pact is an important step forward to reinvigorate action and commitments”: IFSW’s advocacy at the UN’s Summit of the Future
IFSW United Nations representatives Sebastian Cordoba, Evelyn Tomaszewski and Anne Deepak attended the UN’s Summit of the Future (as part of the General Assembly High-Level …
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New Webinar Series Focuses on Identity Rights and Access to Justice for Children
IFSW is pleased to announce a series of webinars, in collaboration with the Identity Rights Working Group, aimed at addressing access to justice for children …
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The Association of Social Workers in The Gambia Unites with Care and Prevention Foundation to Strengthen Social Services
Image: Augustina Onyinye Ugbana (CPF) and Basamba Drammeh (TASWIG) In a significant step toward enhancing social work practices in The Gambia, The Association of Social …
Read moreL’Association des Travailleurs Sociaux de Gambie S’unit à la Fondation Care and Prevention pour Renforcer les Services Sociaux
Image : Augustina Onyinye Ugbana (CPF) et Basamba Drammeh (TASWIG) Dans une démarche importante visant à améliorer les pratiques du travail social en Gambie, l’Association …
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Older Adult Mental Health Awareness Week 1-10 October 2024
Kicking off on 1 October with the United Nation’s International Day of Older Persons (UNIDOP2023) and concluding on 10 October in conjunction with the World Health Organization’s World …
Read moreBook Launch: Social Work as a Global Profession (online)
We are pleased to invite you to the online book launch of Social Work as a Global Profession: Handbook for Teaching and Learning, on Wednesday, …
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Orange Shirt Day – Where do we go from here?
A statement from the IFSW Indigenous Commission: Orange Shirt Day commemorates the many Indigenous children who were taken from their families and communities and placed …
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International Workshop and International Conference Held in Colombo, Sri Lanka
The Sri Lanka Association of Professional Social Workers (SLAPSW) organized an international workshop with the Association for International Social Work (AISW) on social policy …
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It was harrowing being a social worker in Gaza before, but now….
Mohammed Al-Sharif talked with IFSW Secretary-General Rory Truell on his life in Gaza today: More than 11 years ago I quoted Mohammed Al-Sharif, a social …
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24 September: Social Work Histories of Complicity and Resistance (online)
The Social Work History Network (UK) and the Social Welfare History Group (USA) are pleased to announce an upcoming online event on 24 September 2024, …
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International Study Exchange Seminar Series aims to foster cross-cultural knowledge exchange
IFSW Asia-Pacific Regional President, Machiko Ohara, and Regional Treasurer, Viktor Virag, will be presenting at an upcoming event as part of the International Study Exchange …
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Alarming Gaps Revealed in Romania’s Social Service Workforce Census
A new Social Service Workforce Census, the first of its kind in Romania, reveals significant challenges in the country’s social services sector. Conducted by the …
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Swiss Association of Social Workers focuses on People’s Charter
AvenirSocial, the Swiss Association of Social Workers, held a meeting last week to consider how they, as a professional association, and their members can utilise …
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Indonesia: Over 125 Social Workers Take Professional Oath – Commitment to Quality Service
On September 7, 2024, a historic moment unfolded for social workers in Indonesia. Held at the Cimahi City Hall Auditorium, more than 100 social workers …
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Global Standards for Education in Social Work Now Available in Indonesian
IFSW is pleased to announce that the Global Standards for Education and Training in Social Work have now been officially translated and made available in …
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