Fri.Sep 29, 2023

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IFSW UN Representatives attend United Nations Sustainable Development Goals Summit

International Federation of Social Workers

At the 78th session of the United Nations General Assembly, the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) Summit 2023 was convened to mark the ‘half-way’ point to 2030.

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Chief social worker to step down after decade in post

Community Care

Lyn Romeo will step down as England’s chief social worker for adults in January after just over a decade in the post. The Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) said Romeo was taking retirement. “Lyn Romeo CBE will step down as chief social worker for adults at the end of January as she is retiring,” said a DHSC spokesperson. “We are hugely grateful for Lyn’s leadership over the last 10 years, which has ensured that social work in adult social care is well placed to suppor

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Mother heals personal trauma to pay-it-forward, supporting families’ reunification journey

Children’s Home Society of Washington

Briana H. is a Washington state native who grew up in a small town in central Washington. After high school she continued her education at college in North Idaho, focusing her studies on childhood development which was a passion area for Briana she planned to pursue as a career path. Briana’s pursuit of her professional dreams came to a halt in 2019.

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Embracing Imperfection

Abuse Survivor

Life is a journey filled with unexpected twists and turns, and sometimes, it throws challenges our way that we never saw coming. One such challenge for me has been navigating Complex Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (C-PTSD). It’s a condition that has not only tested my resilience but also pushed me to confront the unrealistic standards I held myself to.

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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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Why the John Lewis Voting Rights Bill is Crucial

Social Work Blog

By Mel Wilson, MBA, LCSW NASW Senior Policy Adviser The John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act (VRAA) was reintroduced in the House of Representatives by Rep. Terri Sewell (D-AL) on September 19, with support of Democratic Congressional leadership and the voting rights advocacy community. In a time when the foundation of American democracy – one man, one vote – is under duress, It is difficult to minimize the importance of this legislation.