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IFSW is the global body for the profession and together with its members strive for social justice, human rights and inclusive, sustainable social development

 Rheinfelden, Switzerland
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🌍 @CwlthSocWk will represent social work at #CHOGM2026 in Antigua and Barbuda, 1–4 November. #COSW #SocialWork #SocialJustice ifsw.org/cosw-represents-soc…

COSW Represents Social Work at Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting in Antigua and Barbuda

The Commonwealth Organisation for Social Work (COSW) will bring social work perspectives to the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM 2026), taking place in St John’s, Antigua and Barbuda,

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📢 IFSW appoints Dr Pascal Rudin as Secretary-General, effective 1 October 2026. 🤝 Congratulations, Pascal! We look forward to continuing to strengthen our global Federation and advancing social justice together. #IFSW #SocialWork #SocialJustice share.google/4Q35FOFg5SNgmB7…

IFSW Appoints Dr Pascal Rudin as Secretary-General

Image: Dr Pascal Rudin, IFSW Secretary-GeneralBringing together frontline social work experience, international advocacy and organisational leadership, Pascal takes office with a commitment to lis

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🌍 This #WorldMentalHealthDay, let’s listen to real voices and lived experiences. Indigenous Peoples’ knowledge, cultures and connection to the land are vital to mental health and wellbeing. #SocialWork #MentalHealth share.google/PlBtK2kACas8E69…

World Mental Health Day 2026 – Lived Experiences Heard: Real Voices, Real Change

October 10, 2026On this World Mental Health Day, the Indigenous Commission affirms the importance of holistic wellbeing and the need for the voices of our people to be heard across the globe. Too

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Bringing an Intersectional Social Work Perspective to Gender Equality💜 #genderchampions #equality #socialwork ifsw.org/bringing-an-interse…

Bringing an Intersectional Social Work Perspective to Gender Equality

Left to right: Hannah Reinl, Pascal Rudin, Eva Ponce de LeonGender equality cannot be advanced in isolation from the other inequalities and experiences that shape people's lives. Bringing this int

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Connecting Social Rights, Policy and Social Work: IFSW Visit to the Swiss Parliament 🌐🌱💜🏛🇨🇭 #socialrights #humanrights #socialwork share.google/9zKeRa70R037QpI…
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🗓Join the Fifth Annual @CwlthSocWk Policy Forum Online: Minds Without Borders, Connecting Resilient Communities and Advancing Mental Health Across the Commonwealth!✨️ #COSW #mentalhealth #SocialWork #connection #resilience share.google/yaNzwHTH5y5NlvK…

COSW Annual Policy Forum: Minds Without Borders, Connecting Resilient Communities and Advancing...

Join the Fifth Annual COSW Policy Forum Online: Minds Without Borders, Connecting Resilient Communities and Advancing Mental Health Across the Commonwealth.Calling all social workers and students

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🌍 A new chapter for IFSW! A renewed commitment to global action, democratic participation and leadership renewal marks the way forward for the International Federation of Social Workers 🤝 #IFSW #SocialWork #GlobalAction #SocialJustice #Leadership ifsw.org/a-new-chapter-for-i…

A New Chapter for IFSW: Global Action, Democratic Participation and Leadership Renewal

A new article published in International Social Work reflects on a significant period of advocacy, democratic participation and leadership transition for the International Federation of Social Workers

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🇨🇭🌍 IFSW Global President Eva Ponce de Leon and Interim Secretary-General Pascal Rudin met with AvenirSocial to exchange perspectives on professional ethics, social work recognition, human rights and social justice. #SocialWork #IFSW #AvenirSocial ifsw.org/from-swiss-experien…

From Swiss Experience to Global Dialogue: IFSW President Meets AvenirSocial

Left to right: Camille Naef, Pascal Rudin, Eva Ponce de Leon, Nadia BisangDuring her visit to Switzerland, IFSW President Eva Ponce de Leon, accompanied by IFSW Interim Secretary-General Pascal Ru

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🌍 @IASSW_AIETS, @icsw , @ICSD_Conf & IFSW call for an inclusive, interdisciplinary and people-centred International Panel on Inequality (IPI) within the @UN system. #Inequality #SocialJustice #HumanRights #SocialWork #SocialDevelopment share.google/DL6ZV7lANjoNoSM…

Beyond Measuring Inequality: A Joint Call for an Inclusive International Panel on Inequality

The International Association of Schools of Social Work (IASSW), International Council on Social Welfare (ICSW), International Consortium for Social Development (ICSD), and International Federation of

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IFSW calls for stronger protection of environmental human rights defenders and recognition of Indigenous leadership – International Federation of Social Workers💜🌱🤝 share.google/NF5ESgJGPluFeoj…

IFSW calls for stronger protection of environmental human rights defenders and recognition of...

While Indigenous people continue to stand up to protect the natural world, nation states are not only failing in their role as guardians, but actively plundering resources. Intentional burning of fore

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IFSW contributed to the 2026 AI for Developing Countries Forum Geneva Summit, held at the @UN Office at Geneva 🌐✨️ #AI #socialwork ifsw.org/shaping-ai-for-a-so…

Shaping AI for a Socially Just Future: The Critical Role of Social Work

2026 AI for Developing Countries Forum Geneva Summit Participants, UN Assembly Hall, GenevaThe International Federation of Social Workers (IFSW) contributed to the 2026 AI for Developing Countries

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Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Indigenous Peoples’ self-determination AI is reshaping our world—but Indigenous Peoples must have a central role in shaping its future.🌱💜 #IFSW #SocialWork #AI #IndigenousPeoples share.google/52sl6zifLDlsRGl…

Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Indigenous Peoples’ self-determination

In recognition of the International Day of the Worlds Indigenous Peoples 2026, the Indigenous Commission of the International Federation of Social Workers offers the following statement on the theme,

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IFSW Global President Eva Ponce de Leon's first official overseas visit to Thailand strengthened regional collaboration and highlighted the vital role of social work in advancing social justice, dignity and sustainable development. ifsw.org/thai-media-features… #IFSW #SocialWork

Thai Media Features IFSW President Eva Ponce de Leon’s Visit to Thailand

The International Federation of Social Workers (IFSW) is pleased to share that a feature on Global President Eva Ponce de Leon's recent official visit to Thailand has been published in Thai language b

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🌐New IFSW President Embarks on First Official Overseas Visit to Strengthen Regional and Global Partnerships 🤝 #partnerships #socialwork #AsiaPacific ifsw.org/president-embarks-o…

New IFSW President Embarks on First Official Overseas Visit to Strengthen Regional and Global...

The International Federation of Social Workers (IFSW) is pleased to announce that its newly elected Global President, Eva Ponce de Leon, has completed her first official overseas mission since being e

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Thank you to UNICEF for your valued support as a sponsor of #SWSD2026. Together, we are advancing dialogue, collaboration, and action towards sustainable shared futures. #Harambee #SWSD2026
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✈️ Travelling to Nairobi for #SWSD2026? Review essential travel information, including visas/eTA, accommodation, transport and arrival details before you depart. Plan ahead: swsd2026.or.ke 🌍 #Harambee
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🎤 Meet Keynote Speaker Dr. Carmita Leonor Álvarez Santana at #SWSD2026. A leading social work educator and researcher from Ecuador, she brings 27+ years of experience in higher education and social development. 👉 Register: swsd2026.or.ke #Harambee
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🌿 On #WorldEnvironmentDay, the IFSW Indigenous Commission highlights the vital role of Indigenous knowledge in protecting our planet and sustaining communities. Human wellbeing and environmental wellbeing are deeply interconnected. ifsw.org/ifsw-indigenous-com… #SocialWork #IFSW

IFSW Indigenous Commission Statement on World Environment Day

Photo credit Sarah A. WilcoxOn World Environment Day, the IFSW Indigenous Commission stands united to honor, protect, and advocate for the sacred relationship between Indigenous Peoples and the Ea

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🌍 #SWSD2026 is where global leaders, practitioners, and changemakers unite under the theme Harambee – Pulling Together for Sustainable Shared Futures. Connect, learn, collaborate, and drive change. Register today: swsd2026.or.ke
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