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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COSW Newsletter Highlights Collaboration with IFSW members
Information Type: NewsTopic: Social Work
The latest newsletter from the Commonwealth Organization for Social Work (COSW) highlights the organization’s ongoing work and its strong collaboration with the International Federation of Social Workers (IFSW) members in […]
Book Launch: Local Perspectives on Social Services and Social Work in the Context of War and Conflict
Information Type: NewsTopic: IFSW, Conflict
Date: Friday, 19 September 2025 Time: 11:00–13:00 UTC (London: 12:00–14:00 BST; Lusaka: 13:00–15:00 CAT) Location: Online, via Zoom IFSW is delighted to announce the launch of the new edited volume […]
From Fragility to Fortitude: COSW Policy Forum 2025
Information Type: NewsTopic: Social Work
The Commonwealth Organisation for Social Work (COSW) invites colleagues and partners to join its 2025 Annual Policy Forum on Saturday, 13 September 2025. At the centre of this year’s forum […]
Social Work at the Heart of Global Health Partnership on Vaccination
Information Type: NewsTopic: IFSW, Health
Following the momentum of the 2022 Global People’s Summit for an Eco-Social World, the International Federation of Social Workers (IFSW) is proud to continue its work with the Global Health […]
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 […]
IFSW Signs Civil Society Petition on UN80 Reform and Children’s Rights
Information Type: StatementTopic: IFSW, UN, Children
The International Federation of Social Workers (IFSW) has joined other civil society organisations in signing the petition initiated by Child Rights Connect, calling on the United Nations to ensure that […]
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Join the Fourth Annual COSW Policy Forum: Reframing Social Work During Global Turbulence
Information Type: NewsTopic: Social WorkThe Commonwealth Organisation for Social Work (COSW) invites social workers, students, educators, and allies from across the Commonwealth to the Fourth Annual COSW Policy Forum on Saturday, 13 September 2025. […]
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, […]
Indigenous Peoples’ right to self-determination: a pathway for food security and sovereignty
Information Type: StatementTopic: IFSW, Indigenous
This image is an example of some traditional Indigenous food sources In recognition of the International Day of the Worlds Indigenous Peoples 2025, the Indigenous Commission of the International Federation […]
New Journal Issue Explores Artificial Intelligence and Ethical Complexity in Social Work
Information Type: NewsTopic: Social Work, Ethics
The International Journal of Social Work Values and Ethics has released its first issue this year (Volume 22, Issue 1), offering critical insights into some of the most pressing ethical […]
IFSW Education Commission Defends the Right to Speak for Justice: Standing with Professor Lavalette
Information Type: StatementTopic: IFSW, Conflict, Human Rights
It is with great concern that we have learned that Professor Michael Lavalette has been summoned by the police for an interview under the UK Public Order Act, following his […]
Public Statement of Solidarity with Palestinian Social Workers and the People of Gaza
Information Type: StatementTopic: IFSW, ConflictThe International Federation of Social Workers (IFSW) expresses its unwavering and heartfelt solidarity with the Palestinian Social Workers and Psychologists Syndicate and with the people of Gaza, who continue to […]
Eurasia Forum 2025 Marks New Era of Global Social Work Collaboration and Intergenerational Leadership
Information Type: NewsTopic: IFSW, Conference
The 16th Eurasia Forum of Social Workers convened from 2–4 July 2025 at Yeungnam University in Daegu, Republic of Korea, under the timely and compelling theme: “Building Bridges for Intergenerational […]
Secure Your Place at SWSD 2026 in Nairobi
Information Type: NewsTopic: Conference
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 pleased to announce that registration […]
Public Statement of Solidarity with Social Workers in Iran
Information Type: StatementTopic: IFSW, ConflictThe International Federation of Social Workers (IFSW) stands in solemn solidarity with the Iranian Association of Social Workers and the broader social work community in Iran, following the devastating attacks […]
IFSW President Joachim Mumba Highlights Collective Strength at Eurasia Forum
Information Type: NewsTopic: IFSW, Conference
The 16th Eurasia Forum of Social Workers opened on 2 July 2025 at Yeungnam University in the Republic of Korea with a powerful address by the IFSW President, Joachim Mumba. […]
IFSW UN representatives working together to advocate for SDG action
Information Type: StatementTopic: IFSW, UN
Representatives from the International Federation of Social Workers’ United Nations Commission from across the world came together to contribute to an inquiry from the UN’s Office of the High Commissioner […]
Crossing Borders, Creating Change: Social Work Students Unite in Arnhem
Information Type: NewsTopic: IFSW
From 23 to 27 June 2025, the International Social Work Learning Lab (ISWLL) brought together social work students and faculty members from Germany, Greece, and The Netherlands for a vibrant […]