The 15th Eurasia Forum of Social Workers At The Learning and Training Center on Older Persons, Pattaya City, Chonburi Province, Thailand Date: 20 – 22 March 2024 Theme: BUEN VIVIR […]
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World social work day at the UN Geneva
The World social work day will be held on the 20th March 2024 at the UN Geneva focusing to explore the topic Buen Vivir in Social Work: Co-building a Sustainable […]
UPDATE on Arrest of Munther Amira
Information Type: StatementTopic: IFSW, Conflict, Peace, Human Rights
On the 21st of December IFSW published a call for the immediate release of Palestinian Social Worker Munther (below). In this update, we are pleased to record Munther’s release from […]
Honoring the Contributions of Migrants and Respecting their Rights
Information Type: StatementTopic: IFSW, Migration
On this International Migration Day, we come together to act toward realizing the rights and responsibilities of migrants so that migration becomes a positive experience for all including the communities […]
Invitation to Social Workers: Seminar Marking the 75th Anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights
Information Type: NewsTopic: Human Rights, Social Work, UN
You’re cordially invited to join us at CoNGO’s Sixth Seminar, a culmination of the year-long 75th-anniversary celebrations, focusing on human rights and social justice. This significant event, co-sponsored by IFSW, […]
Freedom, Equality, and Justice for All: The Essential Role of Social Work in Advancing Human Rights
Information Type: StatementTopic: Human Rights, IFSW, UN
On the occasion of United Nations Human Rights Day 2023, celebrated on December 10, we are embracing the theme “Freedom, Equality, and Justice for All.” This theme highlights the invaluable […]
Invitation to Social Workers Worldwide: Share Your Expertise to Improve Global Social Security Systems
Information Type: NewsTopic: UN, Human Rights, Social Protection
Dear Colleagues, We are delighted to extend an invitation from the OHCHR for your unique insights on the impactful strategies employed by your governments to enhance social security systems. In […]
The commitment of our volunteers to creating positive change is a testament to the power of collective action
Information Type: StatementTopic: IFSWAs we celebrate International Volunteer Day on December 5, 2023, IFSW underscores the transformative role of volunteers in driving positive change and advancing social justice. This year’s theme, “The Power […]
IFSW Representatives at the UN in New York Call for Social Justice and Sustainable Development
Information Type: StatementTopic: IFSW, Environment
The team around Michael Cronin, IFSW UN North America Regional Commissioner, submitted a statement to the United Nations Commission for Social Development. With this statement, IFSW has reaffirmed its dedication […]
Urgent Call for Transformative Action at COP28 to Address the Climate Crisis
Topic: IFSW, Environment
COP28 is a pivotal opportunity for governments to come together and take real and meaningful action on climate change. Unfortunately, so far we have seen mainly empty gestures, greenwashing, and […]
United in action to rescue and achieve the SDGs for, with and by persons with disabilities
Information Type: NewsTopic: Human Rights, IFSW, UN
On this International Day of Persons with Disabilities, we come together to recognise and reaffirm the rights, dignity, and well-being of persons with disabilities. This year’s theme, “United in action […]
Africa’s Crucial Contribution to a Sustainable and Equitable Global Future
Information Type: StatementTopic: IFSW, Conference
The following outcome statement has been endorsed by the participants of the IFSW Africa Region Conference 2023. In the spirit of Ubuntu, the IFSW Africa Region Conference 2023, held at […]
A testament to the vital role of social work in societies: Former IFSW President David Jones receives honorary doctorate
Information Type: StatementTopic: IFSW, Education, Social Work
Dr David N. Jones (credit: Jonathan Cole Photography) On 22 November 2023, the University of London celebrated its esteemed Foundation Day, a tradition that had been part of the university’s […]
Lisbon Declaration for the development of Social Work and Humanitarian Action
Information Type: StatementTopic: Social Work
From left to right: Paulo Pedroso, Director INOVHUMRE; Antonio López Peláez, UNED-ICSW; Jorge M. Ferreira, ISCTE; Sangmok Suh, ICSW President; Annamaria Campanini, IASSW President; Joachim Mumba, IFSW President On November […]
‘Empowering the Next Generation: Upholding Every Child’s Rights Through Social Work and Positive Parenting
Information Type: StatementTopic: IFSW, Children
The IFSW Asia-Pacific conference held two weeks ago in Cebu, the Philippines, was a vibrant center for sharing innovative ideas and transformative practices in social work. Pascal Rudin, IFSW Acting […]
World Social Work Day 2024
Background and History World Social Work Day takes place on 19 March 2024. This year’s theme is ‘Buen Vivir: Shared Future for Transformative Change’, which is rooted in the Global […]
We are delighted to launch the 2024 World Social Work Day Poster
Information Type: NewsTopic: IFSW, World Social Work Day
As we approach World Social Work Day 2024, we are excited to unveil the theme: “Buen Vivir: Shared Future for Transformative Change”, which is rooted in the Global Agenda and […]
Launch of Global Agenda Theme 4: “Buen Vivir: Shared Future for Transformative Change”
Information Type: NewsTopic: Social Work
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 delighted to launch the theme […]
Israel / Palestine: IFSW calls for immediate ceasefire and to address the root causes of the conflict
Information Type: StatementTopic: IFSW, Conflict, PeaceAs the bombings continue in Palestine and Israel, we witness many of the world’s governments and geo-political blocks taking sides or stumbling around wording relating to one or the other […]
The second Issue of the International Journal of Social Work Values and Ethics for 2023 has just been published!
Information Type: NewsTopic: IJSWVE
IFSW is pleased to announce that the Volume 20, Issue 2 (2023) of the International Journal of Social Work Values and Ethics has just been published. Dr Pascal Rudin, IFSW Acting CEO and […]