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Update from the Turkish Association of Social Workers

International Federation of Social Workers

FEBRUARY 8, 2023

Merve Deniz Pak Güre, the Liaison Officer for the Turkish Association of Social Workers, has provided an update on the local social work response to the devastating earthquakes. She […]

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Special Report on DSM-5-TR—What Social Workers Need To Know

The New Social Worker

MARCH 20, 2022

This special report highlights some of the key changes in DSM-5-TR that social workers need to know. On March 18, 2022, the American Psychiatric Association (APA) published the text revision of DSM-5, known as DSM-5-TR.

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Indonesian and Malaysian Social Worker Associations Strengthen Ties

International Federation of Social Workers

JUNE 6, 2024

Puji Pujiono, MSW, President of the Indonesian Independent Association of Professional Social Workers (IPSPI), presented a memento during his visit to the Malaysian Association of Social Workers. The memento […]

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Help Your Fellow Social Workers in Just Eight Minutes

Social Work Blog

OCTOBER 1, 2023

Eight minutes is all it takes to help us better train and educate social workers who serve clients who may be at risk for substance-related problems, including substance use disorders and substance-exposed pregnancies. We’re listening! Tell us what you know , think—and wish you knew—about client alcohol and other substance use.

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Social workers across the world experience chronically difficult working conditions, says new global research

International Federation of Social Workers

OCTOBER 24, 2024

A three-year global comparison of the working conditions of social workers, just published in The British Journal of Social Work, finds that ‘social workers across the world are exposed to […]

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Now More Than Ever, Social Workers Need to Continue Breaking Barriers

The New Social Worker

MARCH 8, 2023

As we celebrate the myriad contributions of social workers worldwide, we should remember that now, more than ever, we need to be proactive about breaking barriers. We must continue to advocate for for justice on all levels.

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How Social Workers can Use Words to Heal

Social Work Blog

JUNE 26, 2024

Social workers can use the printed word, books, and poetry to empower clients, promote social justice, and offer hope By Heather Rose Artushin, LISW-CP The printed word can be used to empower clients and offer hope in troubled times. People have long understood the healing power of words. Nicholas Mazza Ph.D.

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Maltese Association of Social Workers 30th anniversary

International Federation of Social Workers

MAY 24, 2024

The Maltese Association of Social Workers is celebrating a major milestone next month as it marks its 30th anniversary. This is a significant achievement for the organisation, which has been […]

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Change Healthcare Cyberattack: What Social Workers Should Know

Social Work Blog

MARCH 27, 2024

By Denise Johnson, LCSW-C Senior Practice Associate March 2024 In February 2024, a major healthcare cybersecurity attack occurred, affecting many patients and providers including clinical social workers (CSWs). NASW has developed a uniform set of technology standards to guide social workers in their practice.

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Empowerment: A Social Worker in Environment Perspective

The New Social Worker

MARCH 11, 2024

While our professional focus often lies in empowering others, this year’s NASW Social Work Month theme, “Empowering Social Workers,” serves as a timely reminder of the importance of self-empowerment.

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Social Worker Personal Statement | A Winning Example

Social Work Haven

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

This example personal statement will inspire you to write your own unique social work, personal statement to support your application to the University of your choice. Social Worker Personal Statement My inspiration to study to become a social worker stemmed from my desire to make a positive impact in people’s lives.

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988: What Social Workers Need To Know About the New 3-Digit Crisis Line Number

The New Social Worker

JULY 17, 2022

Jonathan Singer summarizes what social workers need to know. The new 988 number for the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline went into effect July 16, 2022. How does it work, and what gaps in services need to be filled?

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Guinea-Bissau Hosts First Successful National Conference of Social Workers

International Federation of Social Workers

JUNE 18, 2024

(Leia esta notícia em português) The first National Conference of Social Workers in Guinea-Bissau was held on May 23-24, 2024, at the ENA Conference Hall. Organised by the Guinean Association […]

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Reminder: Your chance to take part in the biggest global study of challenging working conditions of social workers

International Federation of Social Workers

MARCH 25, 2024

All social workers are invited to help create the biggest overview of often-challenging working conditions of social workers around the globe. The survey is open until 31 May 2024. Participate […]

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7 Powerful Morning Routine Starters for Social Workers

The New Social Worker

OCTOBER 20, 2021

Do you have a morning routine? Your morning routine doesn’t have to be elaborate. It’s more important to just begin. Here are 7 ideas to get your day started. Give your best self to your clients and manage your stress before your stress manages you.

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What are the 10 Roles of Social Workers

Social Work Haven

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

You asked, what are the 10 roles of social workers ? While I can provide a list of 10 common roles of social workers, it’s important to note that our roles often go beyond these. Case Manager : Social workers coordinate services and resources for their clients, ensuring they receive comprehensive care and support.

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Are You Struggling With a Social Worker Personal Statement?

Social Work Haven

OCTOBER 2, 2023

This personal statement will suit social work students who will soon qualify as social workers, and may want to look into applying for a Newly Qualified Social Worker role within children services. I recognise that there may be a power imbalance between social workers and service users.

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Five Facts Social Workers Need to Know About Preventing Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASDs)

Social Work Blog

SEPTEMBER 1, 2024

Social workers across practice settings provide services to individuals, including pregnant people, who are consuming alcohol at risky levels. This Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD) Awareness Month, social workers can deepen their understanding of FASDs and how to prevent them.

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Indonesia: Over 125 Social Workers Take Professional Oath – Commitment to Quality Service

International Federation of Social Workers

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

On September 7, 2024, a historic moment unfolded for social workers in Indonesia. Held at the Cimahi City Hall Auditorium, more than 100 social workers gathered to take their professional […]

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National Poetry Contest for Social Workers 2025

The New Social Worker

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

The University of Iowa School of Social Work conducts an annual, nationwide poetry contest for social workers. Submissions for the 2025 contest will be accepted between Nov. 1, 2024, and Jan. 31, 2025.

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5 Ways to Make More Money As a Social Worker

Social Work Blog

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

By Tashara Robinson, LICSW Travel Social Worker I’ve been a social worker for the past 8 years, and let me tell you, it’s been a wild ride. I’ve navigated through various social work roles such as working within an Employee Assistance Program, to working with foster children and families within CPS.

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Israeli and Ugandan Social Workers Take Part in Learning Exchange

Social Service Workforce

JULY 5, 2023

Submitted by: Michael Byamukama Ntanda and John Mary Ssekate, National Association of Social Workers of Uganda (NASWU)

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Conversations on Social Work Careers: Happy Social Work Month From The New Social Worker Columnists!

The New Social Worker

MARCH 10, 2024

In this episode of Conversations on Social Work Careers, The New Social Worker columnists and editor/publisher/founder Linda Grobman got together to talk about their thoughts on the Social Work Month theme, "Empowering Social Workers."

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COVID-19 Vaccine Hesitancy: How Social Workers Can Support Children and Families

The New Social Worker

OCTOBER 4, 2023

By exploring thoughts about vaccine ambivalence and social barriers, then offering education, social workers can help parents make informed healthcare decisions for their children. Connect to End COVID-19 has resources for social workers.

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Celebrating 35 years of activity of the Hungarian Federation of Social Workers

International Federation of Social Workers

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

The Hungarian Federation of Social Workers is proudly marking its 35th anniversary. Social workers from across the country gathered to celebrate their shared journey and discuss the needs of their […]

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Swiss Association of Social Workers focuses on People’s Charter

International Federation of Social Workers

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

AvenirSocial, the Swiss Association of Social Workers, held a meeting last week to consider how they, as a professional association, and their members can utilise the ‘People’s Charter for a […]

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Your chance to take part in the biggest global study of challenging working conditions of social workers

International Federation of Social Workers

OCTOBER 23, 2023

All social workers are invited to help create the biggest overview of often-challenging working conditions of social workers around the globe. The survey is open until 15th December 2023. Participate […]

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The Training for Social Workers to Respond to Emergencies and Long-Term Response in Turkey Was Successfully accomplished

International Federation of Social Workers

MARCH 13, 2024

Organized in collaboration by IFSW Europe, in partnership with the Association of Social Workers of Turkey and the Center for Training and Evaluation in Social Work (CFCECAS), the training program […]

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Guinea-Bissau Hosts Successful First National Conference of Social Workers

International Federation of Social Workers

JUNE 18, 2024

(Leia esta notícia em português) The first National Conference of Social Workers in Guinea-Bissau was held on May 23-24, 2024, at the ENA Conference Hall. Organised by the Guinean Association […]

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Labor Day Legacy: Social Workers Shaped Workers’ Rights and Employee Wellness

Social Work Blog

AUGUST 30, 2024

Americans owe the creation of the 40-hour work week and the minimum wage during the Great Depression to a social worker—the nation’s first female Secretary of Labor and Social Work Pioneer Frances Perkins.

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Turkish Association of Social Workers Stands in Solidarity with Morocco After Devastating Earthquake

International Federation of Social Workers

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

We, the Turkish Association of Social Workers, express our deepest condolences and solidarity to everyone affected by the devastating earthquake in Morocco. In the Moroccan earthquake, more than 2900 people […]

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The Association of Social Workers from Bulgaria is working with the Ministry of Health to create a strategy to facilitate the employment of social workers in hospitals

International Federation of Social Workers

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

The Association of Social Workers from Bulgaria, represented by Valio Hristov, Diana Petrova, and Ivailo Milanov, together with Ana Rădulescu (President of IFSW Europe) and Herbert Paulischin (Representative of the […]

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Update on Syrian Social Workers’ Actions following the Earthquakes

International Federation of Social Workers

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

Hana Al-Barqawi, from the Social Work Department at Damascus University, spoke to IFSW Secretary-General, Rory Truell about the social work response following the earthquakes. She said nearly all the […]

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Social Workers Set Sights on Preventing Gun Violence

Beyond Advocacy

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

The social work profession must not only address these challenges through science and research but also must increase its engagement with the political arena if we are to have an impact on policy and legislation. Much is at stake in the coming years.

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Empowering Voices, Shaping Futures: A Call to African Social Workers on International Day of Zero Tolerance for FGM

International Federation of Social Workers

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Dear Esteemed Social Workers in Africa, As we commemorate the International Day of Zero Tolerance for Female Genital Mutilation on February 6, 2024, I extend heartfelt greetings to each one […]

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School Social Worker: Canary in the Coal Mine of Public Education

The New Social Worker

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024

I am a school social worker, a canary in the coal mine of public education. I see the collective strain on school staff, but I also envision the way forward.

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Burundi: ‘We must work together to ensure that social workers receive the necessary support, training, and recognition they deserve’

International Federation of Social Workers

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

On 12 April 2024, the National Association of Social Workers in Burundi (NASWA-BURUNDI), in collaboration with the Ministry of National Solidarity, Social Affairs, Human Rights and Gender, and with the […]

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Social Workers Champion Children’s Identity Rights in New Submission and Webinar Series

International Federation of Social Workers

AUGUST 29, 2024

Social workers along with colleagues from other professions are taking a stand for children’s identity rights through the Identity Rights Working Group based in Geneva, Switzerland. The group has submitted […]

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Commonwealth celebrates ‘Crucial Role of Social Workers’

International Federation of Social Workers

OCTOBER 26, 2023

At the COSW online Policy Forum held on 21st October 2023, eminent Commonwealth officials, including Matthew Neuhaus (Australia), IFSW President Joachim Mumba (Zambia), Janneth Mghamba (Tanzania) and Mario Gerada (Malta), […]

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Mapping the Tech Landscape for Social Workers: Part 2

The New Social Worker

OCTOBER 24, 2023

Lace up your hiking boots, and let’s go on a journey into exciting and complex technology terms and examples of extended reality (XR), mixed reality (MR), virtual reality (VR), and augmented reality (AR), as they apply to social work.

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Supporting Families With Sickle Cell Disease: A Guide for School Social Workers

The New Social Worker

SEPTEMBER 8, 2024

Supporting students with sickle cell disease (SCD) requires a comprehensive approach that addresses their academic, emotional, and social needs. School social workers can implement strategies to build a nurturing environment for students.

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Korean Association of Social Workers exchange with Swiss and British Associations

International Federation of Social Workers

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Photo: Members of the Korean Association of Social Workers at the AvenirSocial office in Bern This month the Korean Association of Social Workers met their Swiss and British counterparts for […]

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Two Ways to Decolonize a Social Work Research Course

Teaching & Learning in Social Work

MARCH 17, 2022

If we’re being completely honest, social workers are in the business of “doing,” whether that’s providing concrete services, administering programs, writing policy, or ameliorating a host of micro-level to macro-level problems on the local and global level. Or making it more interesting for your social work students?

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97% of social workers retain right to practise following latest registration renewal round

Community Care

DECEMBER 9, 2024

Record numbers of social workers have retained their right to practise following the latest registration renewal round, the regulator has reported. Social Work England said 102,888 practitioners renewed their registration following the 2024 renewal period, up from 100,495 last year.

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Update from the Turkish Association of Social Workers

Special Report on DSM-5-TR—What Social Workers Need To Know

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Indonesian and Malaysian Social Worker Associations Strengthen Ties

Help Your Fellow Social Workers in Just Eight Minutes

Social workers across the world experience chronically difficult working conditions, says new global research

Now More Than Ever, Social Workers Need to Continue Breaking Barriers

How Social Workers can Use Words to Heal

Maltese Association of Social Workers 30th anniversary

Change Healthcare Cyberattack: What Social Workers Should Know

Empowerment: A Social Worker in Environment Perspective

Social Worker Personal Statement | A Winning Example

988: What Social Workers Need To Know About the New 3-Digit Crisis Line Number

Guinea-Bissau Hosts First Successful National Conference of Social Workers

Reminder: Your chance to take part in the biggest global study of challenging working conditions of social workers

7 Powerful Morning Routine Starters for Social Workers

What are the 10 Roles of Social Workers

Are You Struggling With a Social Worker Personal Statement?

Five Facts Social Workers Need to Know About Preventing Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASDs)

Indonesia: Over 125 Social Workers Take Professional Oath – Commitment to Quality Service

National Poetry Contest for Social Workers 2025

5 Ways to Make More Money As a Social Worker

Israeli and Ugandan Social Workers Take Part in Learning Exchange

Conversations on Social Work Careers: Happy Social Work Month From The New Social Worker Columnists!

COVID-19 Vaccine Hesitancy: How Social Workers Can Support Children and Families

Celebrating 35 years of activity of the Hungarian Federation of Social Workers

Swiss Association of Social Workers focuses on People’s Charter

Your chance to take part in the biggest global study of challenging working conditions of social workers

The Training for Social Workers to Respond to Emergencies and Long-Term Response in Turkey Was Successfully accomplished

Guinea-Bissau Hosts Successful First National Conference of Social Workers

Labor Day Legacy: Social Workers Shaped Workers’ Rights and Employee Wellness

Turkish Association of Social Workers Stands in Solidarity with Morocco After Devastating Earthquake

The Association of Social Workers from Bulgaria is working with the Ministry of Health to create a strategy to facilitate the employment of social workers in hospitals

Update on Syrian Social Workers’ Actions following the Earthquakes

Social Workers Set Sights on Preventing Gun Violence

Empowering Voices, Shaping Futures: A Call to African Social Workers on International Day of Zero Tolerance for FGM

School Social Worker: Canary in the Coal Mine of Public Education

Burundi: ‘We must work together to ensure that social workers receive the necessary support, training, and recognition they deserve’

Social Workers Champion Children’s Identity Rights in New Submission and Webinar Series

Commonwealth celebrates ‘Crucial Role of Social Workers’

Mapping the Tech Landscape for Social Workers: Part 2

Supporting Families With Sickle Cell Disease: A Guide for School Social Workers

Korean Association of Social Workers exchange with Swiss and British Associations

Two Ways to Decolonize a Social Work Research Course

97% of social workers retain right to practise following latest registration renewal round

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