International Federation of Social Workers
Global Online conference
…the project manager at NASW-DRC, expressed his gratitude to all supporters, stating, “Despite the challenging climate conditions and economic hardships, our project has brought tangible change to the lives of…
…pressing health and equity challenges in the Pacific region, including the impacts of COVID-19 and the ongoing climate crisis. A special highlight will be the presentation of a new video…
…António Guterres who called for actions on de-escalating global conflicts and renewed his call for the international community to support actions on the climate crisis and the civil strife undermining…
…compassion, courage, and collective action. Discussions explored how social workers are uniquely positioned to bridge generations, foster resilience, and promote enduring wellbeing. Themes such as climate justice, migration, poverty reduction,…
…together around specific areas of action. Themes addressed by these groups include issues directly relevant to social work and the profession’s global agenda, such as climate change and digital technologies….
…conflict, migration, climate change and other complex global challenges; political social work and social movements; and digital social work and artificial intelligence. The call is open to delegates of SWSD…
…Zoe Brent, Senior Research Specialist for the Environmental and Climate Justice (ECJ) Programme at UNRISD said: “Care-Centered Just Transitions defines care work as ‘paid and unpaid, formal or informal activities…
…long carried responsibilities for caring for the natural world, with knowledge systems and relationships to land, water and all living beings that provide essential guidance at a time of climate…
…commitment and valuable contributions to this policy.” The policy examines the growing pressures on care and support systems arising from demographic change, climate change, economic inequality, conflict, displacement and austerity….
…towards the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) across the region. The team emphasised that growing inequality, climate impacts, economic pressures, and underinvestment in social systems are affecting communities across Asia and…
…to building resilient communities, protecting human rights and advancing sustainable development. Participants recognised that armed conflict, climate change, forced displacement, widening inequality, shrinking humanitarian assistance and economic insecurity continue to…
…and Thailand. In November 2025, a pre-conference workshop held in Sri Lanka ahead of APSWC2025 focused on intergenerational solidarity for future generations, particularly in relation to climate change, environmental sustainability,…
…of these considerations which addresses the significant changes caused by migration, peace and development, digitalization, climate change, human rights, the role of spirituality in social work practice, and other concerns….
…the region is facing a convergence of crises, including climate change, economic instability, and widening inequalities, that are undermining progress across multiple SDGs. For social workers, these trends reflect deeper…
…law in many countries. With the shocks and risks of military conflict present and threatened, the advancing impact of climate change, the risks and benefits of AI and politicization and…
…human rights to dismantle structural barriers like gender-based violence and climate induced displacement. At this Parallel Event presenters from around the world will look at unpaid care, Indigenous women’s health,…
…organisations, and schools to redefine the scope of social work and contribute to the urgent need for transformation. There is no time to waste in addressing the current climate crisis….
…by these devastating events. These disasters once again confront us with the undeniable reality that natural hazards intensified by climate change and extreme weather are increasingly severe and frequent. Communities…
…showcasing best practices or theoretical developments, and fostering shared learning. Across the globe, social workers confront a wide range of challenges, including—but not limited to—war, climate change, and poverty. Theme:…
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