IFSW Africa

Social Work has a long history in Africa stemming back to pre-colonial times. The region now comprises 25 IFSW members who are working toward the establishment of a recognised social work profession association in all the region’s countries, and the visibility of the profession’s contributions in addressing the complex factors of poverty, HIV eradication, gender equality and self-led community empowerment.

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IFSW Africa's Message on Ubuntu for WSWD
March 15, 2021
On behalf of the IFSW African Region, Noel Murdizo, the Regional President, and Joachim Mumba, the Regional Vice President, have released a video on this year's global theme Ubuntu.
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World Social Work Day 2021
March 14, 2021
Message from the Rwandese NOSW President Alexandre, on Ubuntu best wish to all social workers on #WSWD2021.
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IFSW Africa Region Statement on the Occasion of the 2020 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence
December 7, 2020
The International Federation of Social Workers- Africa Region joins the rest of the World in commemorating the 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence, whose theme is: "Orange the World: Fund, Respond, Prevent, Collect!" Gender based violence (GBV) is a global phenomenon that strips survivors of their dignity and rights.
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Global Social Work Community Morns the Passing of Conny Nxumalo
August 28, 2020
A memorial service was held for Conny Nxumalo, Deputy Director-General of Welfare Services in South Africa this week.
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