Wed.Sep 20, 2023

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IFSW response to war of aggression against Artsakh/Nagorno-Karabakh

International Federation of Social Workers

IFSW is deeply concerned about the recent outbreak of war in Azerbaijan, with the launch of operations against Armenian forces in the disputed Nagorno-Karabakh region.

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Try This: In Person vs Online Workshop Prep

Nicole Clark Consulting

Try this out and let me know how it goes for you. As an introverted workshop facilitator, I used to believe that online workshops were easier to facilitate than in person ones. Now I see that online workshops aren’t easier or harder; they just have their own set of quirks. There’s benefits and drawbacks to [.] The post Try This: In Person vs Online Workshop Prep appeared first on Nicole Clark Consulting.

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Actions for peace: Our ambition for the #GlobalGoals

International Federation of Social Workers

The annual Day on Peace is a signal for all of us, drawing our attention to the importance of peace.

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Help Your Fellow Social Workers in Just Eight Minutes

NASW Foundation

We’re listening! Tell us what you know, think—and wish you knew—about client alcohol and other substance use. Eight minutes is all it takes to help us better train and educate social.

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Navigating Payroll Compliance: Future-Proofing Payroll in an Evolving Regulatory Landscape

Speaker: Jennifer Hill

Payroll compliance is a cornerstone of business success, yet for small and midsize businesses, it’s becoming increasingly challenging to navigate the ever-evolving landscape of federal, state, and local regulations. Mistakes can lead to costly penalties and operational disruptions, making it essential to adopt advanced solutions that ensure accuracy and efficiency.

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Call for Expressions of Interest to host the SWSD 2026 Conference

International Federation of Social Workers

The International Federation of Social Workers (IFSW) is calling for expressions of interest (EOI) for organising and hosting the 2026 World Conference on Social Work and Social Development (SWSD2026).

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William Elliott III Answers Questions from WalletHub on the Student Loan Moratorium

Michigan Social Work

Professor William Elliott III spoke with WalletHub about the ending of the student loan moratorium. “The student debt problem requires that policy both deal with its symptoms and its root cause,” said Elliott. “Paying for college should not be a lifelong sentence.

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Gio Iacono Studies Mindfulness Intervention for LGBTQIA+ Youth

University of Connecticut

Gio Iacono was awarded a UConn Office of the Vice President for Research grant of $50,000 to study Tuned In!, a virtual mindfulness-based intervention collaboratively developed with LGBTQIA+ youth and community stakeholders. LGBTQIA+ youth experience significant mental health disparities compared to peers and are subject to political attacks and violence across the United States.

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IFSW statement on the situation in Nagorno-Karabakh

International Federation of Social Workers

IFSW is deeply concerned about the recent outbreak of severe armed violence in Azerbaijan in the Nagorno-Karabakh region.

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Childhood in care raises risk of entering English youth justice system eightfold

The Guardian

Largest study of its kind in England finds 33% of care-experienced children received youth caution or conviction The largest ever study of care experience and the youth justice system in England has revealed that children who have lived in care are eight times more likely to have received a youth justice caution or conviction than those who have not.

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Want to be well? Own it.

Gary Direnfeld

It can be tough acknowledging harms from one’s family of origin. It can lead to defensive posturing, extolling only the virtues of one’s past. So doing, one omits the challenges and sometimes untoward behavior that occurred that also shape and influence one’s own adult behavior and life. There may be truth to one’s positive memories despite the bad.

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Why Every Small Business Needs an HCM Solution: A Comprehensive Guide

Managing HR tasks like payroll, compliance, and employee data can overwhelm small businesses. That’s where a Human Capital Management (HCM) solution comes in. Our eBook, Why Every Small Business Needs an HCM Solution: A Comprehensive Guide , shows how an HCM system automates tedious processes, ensuring your business stays compliant and efficient. You’ll learn how to simplify payroll, eliminate costly errors, and empower your employees with self-service tools.

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Have You Stepped Up for Extended Kin?

Gary Direnfeld

Some kin step up to help a sibling, nephew or niece. They are there against all odds. Often it’s a rescue mission, perhaps saving the kin from themselves or a situation beyond their control. All too often, it’s thankless. So, on behalf of those persons you’ve stepped up for, let me thank you. Even if the person is problematic and continues to have problems, the likelihood is that they are still better off for what you have provided.