International Federation of Social Workers
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To showcase your innovative practice… To share your practice wisdom in social work practice… To interact with participants in interactive workshop and symposium… To connect & network with international counterparts in the social work field… Submit your proposal by January 31, 2019 Call for Abstracts
Find out moreIFSW Europe is pleased to announce the 2019 Delegates Meeting to be held in Vienna, Austria on the 6th of September (14.00–18.00) - 8th of September (09.00-12.00). This event is open only to representatives and observers of IFSW Europe members. Registration of IFSW European members is available HERE!
Find out moreWelcome! The Austrian Association of Social Work (obds) hosts 2019 European Conference. We will provide a broad variety of keynotes, panels and paper sessions. Meet colleagues from all over the world in workshops at the locations where social work is provided! Our Motto: Social work strengthening relationships at the heart of thriving, healthy and peaceful communities: respecting […]
Find out moreThe 25th Asia-Pacific Joint Regional Social Work Conference (2019) will be held at Bengaluru, Karnataka State, India, between 18th and 20th of September 2019. A pre-conference seminar will also be held on 17th September. This is a biennial Joint Regional Conference of International Federation of Social Workers – Asia Pacific (IFAP ) and Asian and […]
Find out moreUnder the theme Social Work In Strengthening Human Relations For Social Economic and Political Transformation (Holistic empowerment) The IFSW 2019 Africa Region Conference aims to enhance existing linkages, build new partnerships and collaborations and serve as a platform for knowledge exchange and skills development for the scale up of best social work practices in Africa. The […]
Find out moreThe Department of Social Administration and Political Science of Democritus University of Thrace, the Hellenic Association of Social Workers (SKLE), the Social Work Center of the University of Essex and the International Federation of Social Workers (IFSW), as honorary co-organizer, under the auspices of the Ministry of Labor & Social Affairs and the Municipality of […]
Find out moreDans un contexte de changement économique et technologique au rythme effréné, aggravant les inégalités et la précarisation sous toutes ses formes, les politiques sociales ne semblent plus jouer leur rôle de réduction des effets de la pauvreté. Les institutions sociales ainsi que les collectivités territoriales sont, quant à elles, confrontées à une réduction des budgets […]
Find out morePLEASE NOTE: THIS EVENT HAS BEEN POSTPONED. FURTHER INFORMATION WILL FOLLOW. IFSW celebrates #SWSD2020 at the UN Geneva with the Workshop "Community engagements for social and environmental justice" at the UN Geneva, in the International Conference Centre. Wednesday, 18 March 2020 This event is organized together with the International Association Schools of Social Work, Haute […]
Find out moreWSWD 2020 3rd International Conference on “Enhancing Human Relationship, Social Capital and Community Sustainability” Venue: KIB 3D Conference Hall, Lebel #4, Krishi Khamar Bari, Farmgate, Dhaka-1215 IMPORTANT DATES ▪ Abstract Submission: January 31, 2020 ▪ Notification of Acceptance of Abstract: February 05, 2020 ▪ Full Paper Submission: February 25, 2020 (If Possible) ▪ Registration Begins: […]
Find out moreThe United States The United States has historically had a mixed record on human rights, but has consistently been among the highest ranked nations overall on global indices of democracy, corruption, human and civil rights. With respect to measures of democracy, the U.S. has recently fallen from a Full Democracy to a Flawed Democracy and […]
Find out moreA space to learn, to share, to reflect and to open up space for future collaboration https://www.basw.co.uk/events/international-social-work-possibilities-and-opportunities
Find out moreOn 25-27 June 2020 Russian Union of Social Workers and Social Pedagogues together with the Government of Yakutia will hold the First Arctic Forum of Social workers “The Arctic is the territory of love and care”. Call for Papers The main topics for discussions The best practices and projects of social services to people living […]
Find out moreThe IFSW 2020 General Meeting will be held as an online forum. Please find the latest information on our dedicated page by clicking the link below: IFSW General Meeting 2020
Find out moreThis conference will finalise a global consultation process that will set the strategic priorities for the social work profession from 2020 to 2030. Social work is the fastest growing profession in the world as more governments and employers recognise the powerful impact that social workers have in communities. Lower crime rates, better health outcomes, more […]
Find out moreBASW staff and members have been hard at work planning a diverse and exciting programme of activities for World Social Work Month 2021. For Details
Find out moreSocial work practice during the COVID-19 Pandemic; Community resilience and mental wellbeing This the first 2021 Asian symposium on WSWD2021. It is an opportunity for practitioners, government representatives, scholars, and other experts globally to share and discuss how life changed during the covid-19 pandemic if any. It is in efforts to strengthen social work practice, […]
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Find out moreThe Russian Social Worker has schedule a discussion, В один ряд с медиками Как трудятся в пандемию социальные работники разных стран In commemoration of the World Social Work Month 2021. The outcomes of the discussions can be found here:Дашкина S They also had other competitions and the results can be seen Contacts
Find out moreThe World Social Work Day on UN Turkmenistan Turkmenistan social workers have launched a social media campaign devoted to World Social Work Day on UN Turkmenistan social media accounts. Please find links for the campaign launch: https://www.instagram.com/p/CL8kv9bgXVS/?igshid=1a3p2xucopzhh https://www.facebook.com/UNinTurkmenistan/photos/a.718622824981491/1780342635476166/?type=3 https://twitter.com/un_turkmenistan/status/1367003514212413440?s=21 And shared IFSW poster in Turkmen: Links: https://www.instagram.com/p/CL_fnnKgmV_/?igshid=1n850av2o544i https://www.facebook.com/718583111652129/posts/1781157185394711/?d=n https://twitter.com/un_turkmenistan/status/1367421535145893891?s=21 And shared animation on social inclusion within the same […]
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Find out moreThailand Social Work Professions Council (SWPC) and Thailand Association of Social Workers (TASW) in collaboration with IFSW and UNICEF Thailand, will have the afternoon session (international session), perhaps called the side event. This afternoon session's theme is “Shared Learnings and The Role of The Social Work Profession in Building a Sustainable, Fair And Socially Just […]
Find out moreWorld Social Work Day 2021 Brunei Exhibition WSWD2021 Brunei social workers will be holding a social work exhibition on the 16th of March 2021. 8.30 AM: Arrival of guests 9.00 AM: Arrival of Guest of Honour : Recital of Al-Fatihah and Doa Selamat : Speech by Head of Medical Social Worker : Launch of World Social Work Day Video […]
Find out moreInternational Seminar on Social Service, Social Work, Social Sciences - A Road a Head - Awareness, Education & Opportunities Each and every Small step, efforts will lead us to success. Let us make our efforts, our success, together, for each other. International Seminar on Social Service, Social Work, Social Sciences - A Road a Head […]
Find out moreThe Indonesian Association of Social Worker (IPSPI), list of agendas and events to celebrate the World Social Work Month 2021 The first agenda is Social Work Video Content Competition, this event is open for public to make a video content choosing from 3 sub-themes; 1) Social Work Practice in Covid-19 Pandemic, 2) Education about Covid-19, […]
Find out moreIN COMMEMORATING WORLD SOCIAL WORK DAY 2021 Association of Professional Social Workers and Development Practitioners (APSWDP), INDIA has arranged a Two Days Training Workshop on Community Driven Development through Effective Management of ALF/CLF under Social Mobilization and Institutional Development component of DAY-NULM under the ambit of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) ON 16-17 and 20th MARCH […]
Find out moreWorld Social work Day 2021 " International Symposium on " Strengthening Social Solidarity and Social Work Intervention" on16th March 2021, 10.30 am (IST) onwards in ZOOM platform. Organised by Periyar Maniammai Institute of Science and Technology in partnership with PSWA, INPSWA Registration Link Event Poster Web page URL
Find out moreWSWD2021 37TH ANNUAL SOCIAL WORK DAY AT THE UNITED NATIONS IN NEW YORK Theme: Responses to COVID-19: Standing Together Makes Us Stronger Panelists: Christina Behrendt, Ph.D., Head Social Policy Unit, Social Protection, International Labour Organization (ILO) Judith Browne Dianis, Executive Director of the Advancement Project Paul Ladd, Director of the United Nations Research Institute on Social […]
Find out moreThe African region event on Sharing our lived experiences about “UBUNTU”: Telling our stories around the evening fire Date: Tuesday 16th March 2021 Time: 15:30 PM CAT Live Stream Via Facebook IFSW Africa https://www.facebook.com/IFSW JOIN OUR EVENING CONVERSATION ON WORLD SOCIAL WORK DAY 2021 https://zoom.us/j/97128087073?pwd=VXF0RDdBWVp5LzBHMnltNFJUR1JpQT09 Meeting ID: 971 2808 7073 Passcode: 442596
Find out moreWorld Social Work Day 2021 Ile-de-France sharing evening We will have the pleasure of welcoming you to hear the testimony of several colleagues who have practiced or practiced internationally. This will be followed by a time of exchange, of questions, of debate. Journée Mondiale du Travail Social 2021 Le mardi 16 mars à partir de 18h30, en […]
Find out moreJOURNÉE INTERNATIONALE DU TRAVAIL SOCIAL Deux journées de conférences et ateliers en ligne, sur Zoom Mercredi 17 et jeudi 18 mars 2021 Dès 10h Chaque année, les travailleuses et travailleurs sociaux du monde entier se réunissent pour célébrer la Journée internationale du travail social. La HETS-Genève fait à nouveau équipe avec la Haute école de […]
Find out moreNEW! SAVE THE DATE FOR SOCIAL PLATFORM WEBINAR "TIME TO DELIVER ON SOCIAL EUROPE!" 18 MARCH 2021, 10:00 – 12:00 Europe is grappling with the socio-economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on people’s health, living and working conditions. While short-term measures are still crucial to tackle its devastating impact, it is equally important to find […]
Find out moreWSWD2021 IFSW North American Region event IFSW North American Region is elated to announce this Facebook Live Event for all students and entry-level social workers. Ubuntu: Welcome to the Social Work Profession is a free interactive virtual conference that highlights social workers information about the future of social work, loan forgiveness, networking, and leadership opportunities in […]
Find out moreWORLD SOCIAL WORK DAY 2021 East Asia Sub-region APASWE WSWD2021 webinar Theme: What can social work education do? DATE & TIME March 26th (Fri) 2021, 2pm in Beijing and 3pm in Seoul & Tokyo Detailed poster East Asian APASWE Webinar REGISTRATION by March 24th (Wed) midnight Tokyo time Contact Viktor Virag (Nagasaki International University, APASWE […]
Find out moreA Social Work History Network webinar in partnership with the Commonwealth Organisation for Social Work and Madras Christian College 29 March 2021, 10.30am - 12.30pm (London time) This Social Work History Network webinar (held in partnership with the Commonwealth Organisation for Social Work and Madras Christian College) will reflect on the development of social work […]
Find out moreWe invite you to join family, friends and colleagues in remembering Terry’s life, his work and the impact he had. Time: Wednesday, 12 May 2021 - 7:00pm to 9:00pm Cost: Free event, organised by the British Association of Social Workers (BASW)Terry Bamford Just over a year ago, on 28 February 2020, family and friends gathered […]
Find out morePour toute information: PGM journée rencontre 9_10 section.pyrenees@anas.fr Le 9 octobre 2021 à l’ITS de Pau Avec la collaboration de l'Institut du Travail Social Pierre Bourdieu Pau et des anciennes adhérentes de l’association MARS (Mouvement des AS pour la Reconnaissance du travail Social)
Find out moreIFSW European Conference on Social Work 2021 Dates : 11-13 October 2021 Theme: Meeting new challenges. Host: IFSW Europe and Croatian Association of Social Workers Venue: Online https://www.ifsw.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/Program-IFSW-EUROPEAN-CONFERENCE-ON-SOCIAL-WORK-2021-1.pdf Contacts Website
Find out moreDear colleagues, https://forsa2021.is/ Because of the uncertainties due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the organization committee of the FORSA Congress 2021 have reached the difficult decision to transition to a fully virtual congress in November 2021. Further information about the online conference, registration process and fees will be announced shortly. In accordance with the uncertainties of how […]
Find out moreIFSW Asia Pacific Region Social Work Conference Dates: 11-13 November 2021, Venue: Hybrid (online and Brisbane, Qld). Registration: Open Theme: Social Work and the Sustainable Development Goals Host: The International Federation of Social Workers - Asia Pacific and the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW). Contacts Website
Find out moreINTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE ON “CONTRIBUTION OF SOCIAL WORK IN THE POST-WAR PERIOD” 16-17 NOVEMBER, 2021 BAKU, AZERBAIJAN ANNOUNCEMENT The Department of Social Sciences and Psychology of Baku State University and Azerbaijan “Social Work” Public Union (AZSWU) will hold an international scientific conference on “The Contribution of Social Work in the Post-War Period” on […]
Find out moreIFSW African regional Conference Dates: 23rd to 26th November 2021 Venue: Hybrid (online and Kigali). Registration: Open Contact: African Region Theme: Towards Ubuntu and Sustainable Development: Social Work position in achieving SDGs Host: The International Federation of Social Workers - Rwanda National Organisation of Social Workers (RWA-NOSW). Website
Find out moreIFSW Global Survey of Working Conditions Of Social Workers ‘Working conditions affect everybody´, said Silvana Martinez, IFSW President, ´and we know that social workers have some of the most difficult working conditions of any profession around the world. That is why today IFSW is launching the biggest global survey on social working conditions´. The IFSW […]
Find out moreThe World Social Work Day 2022 takes place on 15th March 2022. The theme: ´Co-building a New Eco-Social World: Leaving No One Behind´ coincides with the theme of the people´s summit that will take place on the 29th June to the 2nd July. The theme presents a vision and action plan to create new global values, […]
Find out moreThe IFSW North America regional international conference virtual conference with the theme: Honoring the Indigenous Journey. Creating a more equitable North America by honoring our past and acknowledging our present to build our future. This year’s conference is sponsored by the IFSW North American Region. Each session will have a focus on honoring Indigenous populations. […]
Find out moreThe IFSW 2022 General Meeting (GM) will be held as an online forum on our website on the 14th, 15th and 16th of May. The General Meeting is the supreme governing body of the Federation and during these three days, member organisations will discuss and approve the policies of the Federation, elect the Executive Committee, and […]
Find out moreWhat should be the social workers' response to the current crisis in Sri Lanka? - A conversation. The Sri Lanka Association of Professional Social Workers (SLAPSW) and the Commonwealth Organisation of Social Work (COSW) invites all social work to an online webinar on: What should be the social workers' response to the current crisis in […]
Find out moreThe IFSW together with other global professional bodies, NGOs, Educational and regions representatives are co-facilitating the planning and running the; 'Co-building a New Eco-Social World: Leaving No One Behind' The People's Global Summit Date: 29th June to 2nd July 2022 – Online This is a great opportunity for everyone globally to take part and contribute […]
Find out moreCOSW social work community Policy forum. Calling all social workers and students in the Commonwealth, national associations, universities and anybody else who wishes to support COSW activities to join an open meeting on Saturday 22 October. DATE: 22nd OCTOBER 2022 (RESERVE) Time: 06.00 - 07.30 or 16.00 – 17.30 (UTC) Venue: Online Details: COSW […]
Find out moreThe IFSW UN commission (New York office) has arranged a virtual side-panel event in support to the 61st session of the UN commission for social development. Topic: Social work strategies to support decent work to overcome inequalities and Achieve the 2030 agenda: Co-building and Eco-Social World. Date: Thursday 9th February, 2023. Time: 3pm to 4.15pm EST […]
Find out moreThe world social work day is here with us again. Global social workers from every corner of the globe will be celebrating professional development reflecting on the profession through a theme of, ‘Respecting diversity through joint social action’. To share and publish your events, kindly contract us @ WSWD2023 For details and poster translations check […]
Find out moreInternational Symposium on Social Work with Ukrainian Refugees and Displaced Persons By Japanese Federation of Social Workers (JFSW). In celebrating the #WSWD2023, the JFSW will hold an International symposium on the Social Work with Ukrainian Refugees and Displaced Persons. Date: 12th March 2023 Venue: Online Program: symposium program Symposium flier: 20230312JFSW_symposium Registration and contact: JFSW […]
Find out moreWorld Social Work Day has been celebrated around the globe since 1983. This year, @ UN Geneva, #WSWD2023 conference is once again co-hosted by UNRISD, the Fribourg Schools of Social Work, IFSW and IASSSW. The celebration of World Social Work Day aims not just to showcase the achievements of social work and increase its visibility, […]
Find out moreThe IFSW Asia Pacific region, invites you to the 14th Asia-Pacific Regional Conference on Social Welfare and Social Work 2023 and the 6th Asia-Pacific Regional Conference 2023 in celebrating World Social Work Day 2023 under the theme “Respecting Diversity Through joint social action” on Tuesday, March 21, 2023, between 8:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. Bangkok […]
Find out moreTopic: Social Work Across Borders: Canada & USA Date: Tuesday March 28th 2023 Time: 11am-3pm EDT Register here: https://app.webinar.net/D0kWpQDMmxb
Find out more39th Annual Social Work Day at the United Nations Theme: Creating a More Inclusive World: Overcoming Barriers to EnABLE Environments Day: Monday, April 3, 2023 Time: 10 a.m. – Noon EST Venue: Ecosoc Chamber, United Nations, NY City Registration opens on 20th March 2023: Register
Find out moreJornada Internacional de Trabajo Social Contemporáneo : Investigación e Intervención Social (International Conference on Contemporary Social Work: Research and Social Intervention) Organised by: the National University of Loja, in partnership with ADOPTRASOC; Asociación Dominicana de Profesionales de Trabajo Social, CEATSO and MITSO ⚙ Modalidad en Línea📆 10 y 11 de abril de 2023📋 Inscripciones y […]
Find out moreIFSW Europe Social Work Conference 2023 A call to register and submit abstract is now open for all social workers who wish to share, present, interact and connect with global social workers at Prague, join the colleagues by registering for the European regional IFSW conference. Date: 21st - 24th MAY 2023 Venue: Prague Czech Republic […]
Find out more2023 is the Commonwealth Year of Youth and with the development of the first Commonwealth Young Carers Charter, it has the potential to be a landmark year. There has also been significant progress in the recognition of the need for more young carers support in other countries around the world. To mark these developments, young […]
Find out moreInternational Social Work Research Webinar Co-hosted by: Association for International Social Work (AISW), Japanese Society for the Study of Social Work (JSSSW) TBC, Grant-in-Aid for Early-Career Scientists Research Project No. 19K14002 Supported by: Japanese Association for Social Work Education (JASWE), Japanese Federation of Social Workers (JFSW) Download the Flyer here Venue and format: Hybrid of […]
Find out moreThe Asia-Pacific region invites all social workers to a pre-conference workshop. This is to share, reflect and contribute to the experiences as well as education on DISASTER PREPAREDNESS, MITIGATION & REHABILITATION - SOCIAL WORK PERSPECTIVE. The region countries have witnessed many disasters in the last decade. Earthquakes, typhoons, floods and fires have been ‘natural’ disasters […]
Find out moreConference Welcome Video Asia Pacific Social Work Conference 2023: Download Flyer | Download Brochure Date: 5th – 7th November 2023 Venue: Cebu City, Philippines - Waterfront Hotel Contact Email Please note that there is also a Preconference Workshop on 4th November 2023: Please click here for details For registration mail to: ifswapconference2023@gmail.com
Find out moreIFSW Africa Social Work Conference 2023 The African Region social workers invite all professionals to join them in a regional conference to be held in Lagos, Nigeria. For details on registration, abstract submission and all formats of participation follow up at the conference page Date: 22nd – 24th November 2023 Venue: Lagos, Nigeria Contact: Conference website
Find out moreIFSW is delighted to announce a side panel event for the upcoming 62nd session of the Commission for Social Development, emphasising the critical intersection of social justice and ecological sustainability. The event, titled “Rights, Voice, Protections: Co-Creating Social Justice in an Eco-Social World,” aims to spotlight the pressing goal of eradicating poverty within the framework […]
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Find out moreJapanese federation of Social workers joint Workshop on Australian and Japanese Social Work Field Education in a Global Era Regardless of local, national, regional, and global levels, the social work profession is facing rapid changes and ever increasing cross-border interdependence in the era of globalization. Recent trends include migration and diversity on an unprecedented scale, […]
Find out moreIFSW Africa Joins and invites all social workers in celebrating the International Women's Day with an online webinar reflecting on the theme: 'Invest in women, accelerate progress' Day: 9th March 2024 Time: 12H00 to 14H00 UTC Venue: Online
Find out moreWebinar on transformative Gender-Responsive Social Protection in and Eco-social World. IFSW virtual event in support of the 68th Session of the UN Commission on the Status of Women. The event, titled “Transformative Gender-responsive Social Protections in an Eco-social World” is designed to spotlight the session’s priority themes: Accelerating the achievement of gender equality and the […]
Find out moreWebinar on Children’s Rights in the context of Cross Border Family Connections for the Africa/ Americas/Europe/Middle East. Jointly hosted by the International Social Service (ISS) and Children and Families Across Borders (CFAB), the webinar aims to address the urgent need for a family-first approach in child protection within our diverse and interconnected world. With […]
Find out moreThe 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 : Shared future for transformative change from the perspective of social work in Eurasia. Eurasia Forum Details Coordinating Office: Social Work Professions Council of Thailand […]
Find out more67th Session of the Commission on Narcotic Drugs (CND) ONLINE Side Event: Injectable Opioid Agonist Therapy (OAT) with Hydromorphone in Austria – a new perspective? Date: Monday, 20 March 2024 Time: 9:00 – 9:50 CET Venue: Online Registration
Find out moreThe 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 and Just Future. This is done in collaboration with our partners. WSWD2024 UN Geneva event details Programme WSWD 2024 Register for the Geneva celebrations here
Find out moreWebinar on Children’s Rights in the context of Cross Border Family Connections. Jointly hosted by the International Social Service (ISS) and Children and Families Across Borders (CFAB), the webinar aims to address the urgent need for a family-first approach in child protection within our diverse and interconnected world. With the dramatic increase in cross-border movement […]
Find out moreThe Social Work & Social Development - SWSD 2024 world conference jointly organised by IFSW, IASSW & ICSW will be held from 4th to 7th April at PANAMA. All social workers will be present, do not be left behind. Date: 4th to 7th April 2024 Venue: Panama Contact: SWSD2024
Find out moreNational Social Work Conference Aims to Shape the Future of Social Work in Sierra Leone Freetown, Sierra Leone – The Sierra Leone Association of Social Workers (SLASW), in collaboration with the Ministry of Social Welfare, is hosting the National Social Work Conference 2024 on April 29th at the Tunde-Cole Auditorium on the Fourah Bay College Campus. […]
Find out moreAsia Pacific Social Work Student Conference 2024 Theme Battle of Wits: Social Work Wisdom vs. InnoTech Intelligence Organizers Hong Kong Social Workers Association Foundation Limited Hong Kong Social Workers Association Macau Social Workers Association University of Saint Joseph Faculty of Health Sciences Sponsor: Drs Richard Charles and Esther Yewpick Lee Charitable Foundation Date 5th to […]
Find out moreUN High Level Political Forum on Sustainable Development, 2024 International Federation of Social Workers’ Side Event Social Workers as Partners in Advancing Sustainable, Innovative, and Community Engaged Solutions through Co-Building an Eco-Social World in Building collaborative and innovation approaches to address the social, economic, and ecological challenges to advancing sustainable development. The framing of the […]
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