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IFSW President to Speak on Global Panel Exploring Participation, Well-being and AI in Social Welfare
IFSW is pleased to announce that President Joachim Mumba will be participating in a distinguished panel discussion at the upcoming ICSW International Conference on Participation, …
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Statement from the President of IFSW-AP on the Earthquake in Myanmar
We are deeply saddened by the devastating earthquake that struck central Myanmar on 28 March 2025, claiming thousands of lives and causing widespread destruction. As …
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Webinar Highlights Recognition of Social Work Across Africa
Webinar participants with Oluwatoni Adeleke, Sylvia Daisy Romanus, Joachim Mumba, Mustapha Mashood & David N Jones Progress in establishing recognition and regulation of social work …
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Social Work in The Taiwanese Mountains
This week the IFSW Secretary-General, Rory Truell, was invited by the Taiwan Association of Social Workers to provide a workshop and keynote address at their …
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IFSW Indigenous Commission Statement for World Water Day 2025
Mni Wiconi- Water is Life He wai, he oranga Water is Life Tó éí iiná Water is Life Tjáhtjie leä hiäggub Water is Life Water …
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Register now: New CPD Course for Social Workers on Care & Support Systems
A new Continuing Professional Development (CPD) course, Understanding Care and Support Systems – Opening a Social Worker’s View/Vision on this Global Concept, is now open …
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IFSW Europe Briefing – March 2025
Greetings to all our members and wishing you all a wonderful World Social Work Day. This is the first of regular Briefings for IFSW Europe …
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World Social Work Day Message From IFSW President Joachim Mumba
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World Social Work Day Message From IFSW Secretary-General Rory Truell
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IFSW Europe President Ruth Allen and the IFSW Europe Executive wish you a happy and peaceful World Social Work Day 2025!
As we approach World Social Work Day (WSWD) on the 18th of March, we extend warm wishes and solidarity with our members across Europe and …
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IFSW celebrates the completion of the Archives Project
Photo: Fiona Robertson and Nigel Hall at the IFSW office in Switzerland The IFSW Archives team—Fiona Robertson, the official Archivist, assisted by Nigel Hall—is pleased …
Read moreWorld Social Work Day Event in Japan
To celebrate World Social Work Day, the Japanese Federation of Social Workers (JFSW) held a special event on March 2 at Japan Women’s University. …
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Statement of Solidarity from the International Federation of Social Workers in Support of the Association of Social Workers – Ukraine
The International Federation of Social Workers (IFSW) stands in unwavering solidarity with our member organisation The Association of Social Workers – Ukraine and the people …
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IFSW African Region’s International Women’s Day Statement
By the President, IFSW Africa Region, Oluwatoni Adeleke. “For ALL Women and Girls: Rights. Equality. Empowerment.” On this International Women’s Day, we, as social workers …
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IFSW’s International Women’s Day Statement – Let’s #Accelerate Action for Women’s Equality
On International Women’s Day (IWD), IFSW standing in solidarity with women and girls around the world, celebrates their achievements, and joins the call for action …
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Book Launch (Online): School Social Work in Sub-Saharan Africa: Issues, Challenges & Prospects
We are pleased to invite you to the online book launch of School Social Work in Sub-Saharan Africa: Issues, Challenges & Prospects on Friday 21 …
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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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