The International Federation of Social Workers Asia-Pacific Region expresses its profound sorrow at the devastating earthquake that struck eastern Afghanistan on 31 August 2025. The disaster has resulted in the […]
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The Social Workers’ Association of Nepal Calls for Respect of Young People’s Voices Amid Gen Z Protests
Information Type: NewsTopic: IFSW, Conflict
The Social Workers’ Association of Nepal (SWAN) has issued a statement to the international community regarding the recent two-day protest (8–9 September 2025) organised by young people identifying as “Generation […]
IFSW Asia-Pacific Regional Webinar: “Strengthening Intergenerational Solidarity for Enduring Well-Being.”
Information Type: NewsTopic: Education, Social Work
Join the International Federation of Social Workers Asia-Pacific (IFSW-AP) for a free online webinar on “Strengthening Intergenerational Solidarity for Enduring Well-being”. This event is a response to the growing need […]
Webinar “Strengthening Intergenerational Solidarity for Enduring Well-being”
IFSW Asia-Pacific Webinar 2025Theme: Strengthening Intergenerational Solidarity for Enduring Well-Being In response to shifting demographics and the growing need for intergenerational connection, IFSW Asia-Pacific will host a webinar focusing on […]
APSWC 2025 Pre-conference Workshop: Strengthening Intergenerational Solidarity for the Future in the Asia Pacific Region
APSWC 2025 Pre-conference Workshop: Strengthening Intergenerational Solidarity for the Future in the Asia Pacific Region Date: Monday, 17 November 2025Time: 1:00–5:00 pm (Reception starts at 12:30 pm)Venue: Taj Samudra Hotel, […]
ISPSW National Conference 2025 Highlights the Future of Social Work in a Digital India
Information Type: NewsTopic: Conference
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 the theme “Digital India and […]
News from India: NAPSPI Publishes May 2025 Newsletter Focusing on Family Wellbeing
Information Type: NewsTopic: IFSW, Children
The Asia-Pacific regional office is pleased to share the May 2025 newsletter from the National Association of Professional Social Workers in India (NAPSPI). This edition, centered around the theme “Families […]
Call for Expressions of Interest to Host the 2027 Asia-Pacific Regional Social Work Conference
Information Type: NewsTopic: IFSW, Conference
IFSW Asia-Pacific invites expressions of interest from IFSW Asia-Pacific member organisations to host the 2027 Asia-Pacific Regional Social Work Conference (APSWC). This biennial event brings together social workers, educators, researchers, […]
Abstract Submission Deadline for APSWC 2025 Extended to 25 June
Information Type: NewsTopic: IFSW, Conference
The abstract submission deadline for the 28th Asia-Pacific Social Work Conference (APSWC 2025) has been extended to 25 June 2025. 🗓 Conference Dates: 18–21 November 2025📍 Location: Colombo, Sri Lanka🎯 […]
Statement from the President of IFSW-AP On the Earthquake in Myanmar and Appeal for Support
Information Type: StatementTopic: IFSW
We are deeply saddened by the devastating earthquake that struck central Myanmar on 28 March 2025. As of 21 April, more than 3,600 lives have been lost, over 5,000 people […]
Jane Hoey Scholarship Now Open for Applications – Supporting Participation in APSWC 2025
Information Type: NewsTopic: IFSW, Education
The International Federation of Social Workers Asia Pacific (IFSW-AP) is pleased to announce the launch of the Jane Hoey Scholarship, designed to support social workers from developing countries to attend […]
Celebrating World Social Work Day 2025 in Thailand – A Regional Gathering for Solidarity and Social Justice
Information Type: NewsTopic: IFSW, Social Work, UN, Conference, World Social Work Day
Celebrating World Social Work Day 2025 in Thailand – A Regional Gathering for Solidarity and Social Justice The Department of Social Development and Welfare, Ministry of Social Development and Human […]
Statement from the President of IFSW-AP on the Earthquake in Myanmar
Information Type: News, StatementTopic: Disaster, IFSW
We are deeply saddened by the devastating earthquake that struck central Myanmar on 28 March 2025, claiming thousands of lives and causing widespread destruction. As of 3 April, the death […]
Social Workers of Korea Gather in One Place!
“Social Workers of Korea Gather in One Place! National Social Workers’ Convention to Be Held on Friday, April 11, in Gangnam, Seoul” <Korean Association of Social Workers to Host the […]
Social Work in The Taiwanese Mountains
Information Type: NewsTopic: IFSW
This week the IFSW Secretary-General, Rory Truell, was invited by the Taiwan Association of Social Workers to provide a workshop and keynote address at their National Conference. During the visit […]
The 16th National Conference and the 8th Asia and the Pacific Regional Conference on Social Welfare and Social Work
The 16th National Conference and the 8th Asia and the Pacific Regional Conference on Social Welfare and Social Work! We’re excited to invite you to join the Ministry of Social […]
World Social Work Day Event in Japan
Information Type: News, ReportTopic: Human Rights, IFSW, World Social Work DayTo celebrate World Social Work Day, the Japanese Federation of Social Workers (JFSW) held a special event on March 2 at Japan Women’s University. With approximately 70 participants joining […]
Announcement: New Members of the IFSW Asia-Pacific UN Commission
Information Type: NewsTopic: IFSW, Social Work, UNFollowing our call for expressions of interest, we are pleased to announce that the IFSW Asia-Pacific UN Commission has welcomed three new members. Under the leadership of Sebastian Cordoba (Australia), […]
IFSW-AP Holds Successful Regional Annual General Meeting
Information Type: NewsTopic: IFSW, General Meeting
IFSW-AP recently held its annual general meeting on Friday, 17 January 2025.This meeting served as a review of the activities and achievements of 2024. The meeting was attended by […]
Announcement: New Members of the IFSW Asia-Pacific Education Commission
Information Type: NewsTopic: IFSW, EducationFollowing our call for expressions of interest last year, we received numerous applications from highly qualified individuals. We sincerely appreciate the interest and enthusiasm shown by all applicants. After a […]