Improving civil dialogue in the European Semester process
IFSW Europe, member of Social Platform, promotes the civil dialogue in the European Semester process. We propose you the Social Platform guidance document to EU …
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Social workers across Europe speak up against the destruction of human and civil rights
Several European countries have seen the growth of political groups advocating discrimination against minoritised communities or groups, such as women, LGBTQIA+ people, people who are …
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Social workers write to Priti Patel opposing inhumane Police Bill that discriminates against Romani and Traveller families
The British Association of Social Workers, Social Workers Union, Gypsy, Roma and Traveller Social Work Association and several partner organisations have co-signed a letter to the Home Secretary, Priti Patel, opposing inhumane and …
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The 2022 World Social Work Day Poster Launched
The 2022 World Social Work Day Poster Launched The 2022 World Social Work Day Poster was launched today. It highlights the theme ´Co-building a New …
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IFSW Statement of the Political Crisis at the Belarus / Polish Borders
The images broadcast from Belarus mirror many other horrific situations around the world where the abuse of people is a product of failed political processes. …
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IFSW Human Right Commision – Europe Statement on the Refugee Crisis at the Belarus / Polish Borders
On the Polish-Belarusian border, human rights are violated, as well as conventions signed by the Polish government, such as the European Convention on Human Rights, …
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1-10 October 2021 – Older Adult Mental Health Awareness Week
Working together to raise awareness and reduce stigma On behalf of IFSW EUROPE we stand with the International Psychogeriatric Association (IPA) in recognizing 1-10 October …
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Long-term care report – trends, challenges and opportunities in an ageing society
Download the Report The 2021 Joint Report of the European Commission and the Social Protection Committee on Long-Term Care is the most comprehensive overview to …
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Employee Assistance Program (EAP) interest group formed
We are glad to be part of this great initiative represented by our Secretary-General. The EAP/Occupational Group is pleased to announce a successful first Zoom …
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Webinar – IFSW Europe work at Council of Europe’s INGO – 25 May 2021, 18.30 CET Time
REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN! Main speaker: Gerhard Ermischer President of the Council of Europe’s INGO Ruth Allen IFSW European Representative at Council of Europe’s INGO, Member …
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