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Opening Conversations: IFSW Meets Grassroots Mental Health Initiatives in Switzerland
TAKE FIVE Conversation Guide: Five Minutes to Start a Real Conversation How can communities create spaces where children and young people feel able to speak …
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Connecting Social Rights, Policy and Social Work: IFSW Visit to the Swiss Parliament
Left to right: Pascal Rudin, Eva Ponce de Leon, Sibel Arslan, Michel Rudin During the autumn session of the Swiss Parliament, IFSW Global President Eva …
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IFSW Strengthens Civil Society Engagement at the United Nations in Geneva
Members of the NGO Committee on Humnan Rights Strengthening the voice of civil society within the United Nations human rights system was at the centre …
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Connecting Social Work Education, Research and Global Action: IFSW President Visits BFH
Left to right: Eva Ponce de Leon, Pascal Rudin, Eveline Amman Dula and Manuel Insberg How can social work education and research contribute to a …
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IFSW to Participate in Global Summit for the Protection of Children Affected by Armed Conflicts
The International Federation of Social Workers (IFSW) will participate in the Global Summit for the Protection of Children Affected by Armed Conflicts, taking place on …
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A New Chapter for IFSW: Global Action, Democratic Participation and Leadership Renewal
A new article published in International Social Work reflects on a significant period of advocacy, democratic participation and leadership transition for the International Federation of …
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Call for Proposals: Special Edition of Social Work Education
The International Journal Social Work Education is inviting delegates of the 2026 Joint World Conference on Social Work, Education and Social Development (SWSD 2026) in …
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From Swiss Experience to Global Dialogue: IFSW President Meets AvenirSocial
Left to right: Camille Naef, Pascal Rudin, Eva Ponce de Leon, Nadia Bisang During her visit to Switzerland, IFSW President Eva Ponce de Leon, accompanied …
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Beyond Measuring Inequality: A Joint Call for an Inclusive International Panel on Inequality
The International Association of Schools of Social Work (IASSW), International Council on Social Welfare (ICSW), International Consortium for Social Development (ICSD), and International Federation of …
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IFSW UN Commission Hosts HLPF 2026 Side-Event at the High Level Political Forum 2026
IFSW Organizes a Side Event at the High Level Political Forum 2026, at the UN Headquarters, New York On July 8, 2026, IFSW UN …
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IFSW Asia-Pacific Statement on the Devastating Floods in Nepal IFSW Asia-Pacific is deeply saddened and concerned by the devastating floods that have struck Nepal, causing …
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IFSW calls for stronger protection of environmental human rights defenders and recognition of Indigenous leadership
While Indigenous people continue to stand up to protect the natural world, nation states are not only failing in their role as guardians, but actively …
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Shaping AI for a Socially Just Future: The Critical Role of Social Work
2026 AI for Developing Countries Forum Geneva Summit Participants, UN Assembly Hall, Geneva The International Federation of Social Workers (IFSW) contributed to the 2026 AI …
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Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Indigenous Peoples’ self-determination
In recognition of the International Day of the Worlds Indigenous Peoples 2026, the Indigenous Commission of the International Federation of Social Workers offers the following …
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IFSW Africa Awards Small Grants to Strengthen Social Work Legislation
The International Federation of Social Workers (IFSW) – Africa Region is pleased to announce the winners of the 2026 Small Grants Initiative, dedicated to strengthening …
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Thai Media Features IFSW President Eva Ponce de Leon’s Visit to Thailand
The International Federation of Social Workers (IFSW) is pleased to share that a feature on Global President Eva Ponce de Leon’s recent official visit to …
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New IFSW Policy Calls for Human Rights-Based Care and Support Systems
During the General Meeting in Nairobi, the members of the International Federation of Social Workers (IFSW) adopted a new policy, A Social Work Approach to …
Read moreA Social Work Approach to Co-creating Human Rights-Based Care and Support Systems
Issues or Concern Statement This policy paper highlights the critical role of social workers, grounded in ethical, eco-social and human rights principles, in promoting and …
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Social Work’s Role in Global Policy: New Article Traces the Road from Copenhagen to Doha
Image: Delegates at the Second World Summit for Social Development in Doha, Qatar Social workers increasingly have opportunities to shape international policies that affect the …
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Message from IFSW Asia-Pacific Regional President Following the Earthquake in Kumamoto, Japan
Dear colleagues and friends, Following the earthquake that struck Kumamoto Prefecture, Japan, on 28 July 2026, I have received many messages of concern, support, and …
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