International Federation of Social Workers
Global Online conference
…range from inequality, abuse of power and control, climate change, wars and natural disasters. As people are forced to move from their homelands the politicians in the developed world struggle…
…the multifaceted crises of our times – from climate change to social inequalities, pandemics, armed conflicts and beyond. Joachim Mumba, IFSW President commented “At this crucial time in our global…
…and social forces; – People’s health and wellbeing suffer as a result of inequalities and unsustainable environments related to climate change, pollutants, war, natural disasters and violence to which there…
…situations connected with climate change: fires, floods etc. The role of social workers and social pedagogues in helping to prevent these events and to explain the public of the effects…
…crises, notably the climate emergency. It uncovers the ethical dilemmas faced by social workers, such as self-care, digital working, and navigating reduced bureaucracy, while highlighting the importance of holistic, community-based…
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…the world a sustainable future’ the EU says very clearly that eradicating poverty and fighting climate change must go together. “Two of the most pressing challenges facing the world are…
…inaction. The continued theme in most of the discussion was how much the current climate of nationalism and protectionism is affecting global commitments and unless we do something urgently, there…
…framework proposes the inclusion of social, cultural, and ecosystem rights, along with the broader rights of nature, aiming to address the interconnected global crises of climate change, pandemics, and conflict….
…on climate change. On behalf of the global Federation, President Silvana Martinez and Secretary-General Rory Truell have sent a message of solidarity to the AASW noting that social workers will…
…theme for this year’s celebration of World Water Day is Glacier Preservation, but glaciers are melting faster than ever. With the changing climate many Indigenous Peoples in the North who…
…to date issues such as Responses to Intervention, positive behaviour support, the school climate, functional behaviour assessment, the integration of ethics, autism and suicide, school engagement, immigrant families, and so…
…along with the growing understanding that learning is far from a neutral intellectual activity, but is intimately connected with relationships, emotional involvement, social climate, and – specifically when teaching knowledge…
…(PEDA) Centre for Social Work, Panjab University, Chandigarh The Climate Reality Project-India Technical & Knowledge Partner on 29th -31st March, 2019 at Regional Centre, RGNIYD, Chandigarh Chief Guest Hon’ble Mr….
…social work students and faculty. Jointly sponsored by IFSW and IASSW, the theme for the event was on SDGs, Climate Change and Social Work Practice Speakers: • His Excellency the…
…North American Region are engaged in addressing some of society’s most pressing problems such as the changing economic climate, increased challenges due to poverty and the significant reduction in wages…
…and issue a statement and/or lobby on behalf of the social worker. The most important and urgent problems identified for the Europe region: • are climate crisis that is recognized…
…damage linked to climate change-, as well as the protection of the planet, the defence of our right to water, labour rights, the protection of children, adolescents, women, LGBTQ+ communities,…
…satisfaction and the avoidance of bad practice (including the ill-treatment or abuse of vulnerable service users). This climate or culture can only be created and sustained by the leaders of…
…social action, climate justice, community work practice skills, and the role of facilitating social entrepreneurship. New and young social workers have also highlighted the lack of support systems between education…