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International Conference on Social Work Practice Research Held at Peking University with Global Participation

The International Association Of Schools Of Social

Antoinette Lombard, President of the International Association of Schools of Social Work (IASSW), was the honorary guest and plenary speaker at the International Conference on Synthesizing Knowledge: Chinese Social Work Practice Research and Its Dialogue with the World, held from November 30 to December 1, 2024, at Peking University, Beijing, China.

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Advancing Global Standards: Prof. Annamaria Campanini Keynotes Nanjing University Conference

The International Association Of Schools Of Social

Professor Annamaria Campanini, Immediate Past President of the International Association of Schools of Social Work (IASSW), participated as a keynote speaker at the international academic conference Training Perspective and Chinese Path: Innovation and Standards in Doctoral Degree Education for Social Work , hosted by Nanjing University.

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King Faisal University, Saudi Arabia

The International Association Of Schools Of Social

He emphasized the importance of celebrating World Social Work Day and the value of field visits in fostering collaboration between educational and social institutions, which positively impacts the development and enhancement of students & skills, preparing them to be competitive both locally and globally.

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Mental Health Is a Universal Human Right — What Does That Mean?

Nnatasha Tracy

World Mental Health Day 2023 has been given the theme by the World Health Organization (WHO): mental health is a universal human right. The idea that mental health is a universal human right means one thing to the WHO, but it means something a little bit more to me. I couldn't agree more. But what does this mean?

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NASW Maryland Chapter statement on Morgan State University mass shooting

Social Work Blog

We woke up this morning to heartbreaking news of yet another mass shooting, this time at our very own Morgan State University (MSU). For MSU students in need of assistance, the University Counseling Center is available to provide support by calling 443-885-3130 or online via UWill Counseling Services.

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Morgan State University Professor Anthony Estreet to be next CEO of NASW

Swhelper

. – Anthony Estreet, a professor and former chair of the Master of Social Work Program at Morgan State University and chief executive officer of a behavioral health company in Baltimore, will be the new chief executive officer of the National Association of Social Workers (NASW) beginning February 6.

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University of Iowa National Social Work Poetry Contest: Spring 2024 Winning Poems

The New Social Worker

The contest is sponsored by the University of Iowa School of Social Work. As in previous years, The New Social Worker is pleased to present the winning poems of the National Social Work Poetry Contest. Congratulations to the Spring 2024 winners!