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The International Association Of Schools Of Social
JULY 13, 2023
Deadline extended up to 31st July The International Association of Schools of Social Work ( IASSW ) announces four vacancies on the IASSW Board of Directors for 2024-2028: There is one position open for President ( years of serving: 2024-202 8) , one position open for Secretary ( years of serving: 2024-202 8) , and two positions for Member at Large of the Board of Directors ( years of serving: 2024-2028).
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The International Association Of Schools Of Social
JULY 6, 2023
International Conference Social Work and Social Policy in Times of Global Crises 19 – 22 September 2023, Ohrid IN-PERSON CONFERENCE On the occasion of 65th Anniversary of the Institute of Social Work and Social Policy Download Registration Form Download Agenda : [link]
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