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Join Us for a CSW69 Virtual Side Event on Women’s Empowerment
IFSW invites you to a dynamic online side event at the 69th Session of the Commission on the Status of Women. On March 13, 2025, …
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Statement: Three Years of War in Ukraine – Honouring Resilience, Solidarity, and the Role of Social Work
The 24th of February is the third anniversary of the invasion of Ukraine by Russia and the consequent the displacement of millions of people, destruction, injuries …
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IFSW is delighted to present the 2024 End of Year Report
IFSW is delighted to present its 2024 End of Year Report, highlighting the dedication, resilience, and transformative impact of social work across the globe. This …
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Celebrando las ricas contribuciones de nuestros miembros
Estamos verdaderamente agradecidos y agrqdecidas por haber recibido tal riqueza de informes nacionales de la región de América Latina y el Caribe para el Informe …
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Commonwealth Health Professions and Partners Alliance Statement on the Freeze of USA Overseas Aid
The Commonwealth Health Professions and Partners Alliance makes the following urgent comments and recommendations: ▪ The CHPA recognises the right of a democratically elected government …
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IFSW Europe Webinar for World Social Work Day 2025
18th March 2025 17.30-19.00 CET (UK time 16.30-18.00) Exploring Intergenerational Solidarity: Social work in Europe across the generations This is a free event. To register …
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COSW Newsletter Highlights Key Achievements in Social Work Across the Commonwealth
The latest edition of the Commonwealth Organisation for Social Work (COSW) Newsletter, published on 14 February 2025, showcases notable developments of interest to the IFSW …
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Statement from the International Federation of Social Workers on USAID shutdown
The International Federation of Social Workers (IFSW) expresses deep concern over the shutdown of the United States Agency for International Development (USAID). As a key …
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Building a Stronger Future: COSW Organises Webinar to Strengthen Health and Social Care Workforce
The upcoming Commonwealth Civil Society Policy Forum (CCSPF), scheduled to take place online on Friday, 28 February 2025 (11:00–13:00 GMT), will focus on the urgent …
Read moreAnnouncement: New Members of the IFSW Asia-Pacific UN Commission
Following our call for expressions of interest, we are pleased to announce that the IFSW Asia-Pacific UN Commission has welcomed three new members. Under the …
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Strengthening Social Work in Africa: Navigating Progress and Challenges in Professional Regulation
The International Federation of Social Workers (IFSW) Africa Region and the Commonwealth Organisation for Social Work (COSW) are pleased to announce an upcoming webinar titled …
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IFSW-AP Holds Successful Regional Annual General Meeting
IFSW-AP recently held its annual general meeting on Friday, 17 January 2025.This meeting served as a review of the activities and achievements of 2024. …
Read moreAnnouncement: New Members of the IFSW Asia-Pacific Education Commission
Following our call for expressions of interest last year, we received numerous applications from highly qualified individuals. We sincerely appreciate the interest and enthusiasm shown …
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Save the Date: CPD Course on Care and Support Systems for Social Workers
The International Federation of Social Workers (IFSW), in collaboration with the UN Human Rights Office of the High Commissioner (OHCHR), invites professional social workers worldwide …
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Crisis in Democratic Republic of Congo, a Statement from IFSW Africa
IFSW’s African Region Regional President, Oluwatoni Adeleke, issues a statement on the crisis in North Kivu, Goma in the Democratic Republic of Congo: As the …
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COSW Releases Activity Report Highlighting Key Achievements and Collaboration with IFSW
The Commonwealth Organisation for Social Work (COSW) has published its 2023/24 Activity Report, showcasing a year of impactful initiatives and steadfast commitment to social work …
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Global Study Highlights Deteriorating Conditions for Social Workers and Opportunities for Advocacy
A recent global study reveals a troubling decline in the working conditions and well-being of social workers over the past three years. Conducted across various …
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Cross-border Collaboration: ASO and IRASW social workers workers unite to support Separated Children
Cross-border Collaboration: ASO and IRASW social workers workers unite to support Separated Children Afghanistan Social Workers Professional Organization (ASO) and the Iran Association of Social …
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IFSW Executive Issues Censure Against The Israeli Union Of Social Workers for Not Acting to Promote Peace
The IFSW executive has, by majority decision, issued a censure against the Israeli Union of Social Workers (IUSW) for not upholding the Federation’s ethical principles …
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Join the Conversation: Social Workers Invited to Shape the Future of Social Development
The United Nations Research Institute for Social Development (UNRISD), in collaboration with IFSW, co-hosted the 2022 global summit Co-building a New Eco-Social World: Leaving No …
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