World Social Work Day 2024 will be celebrated on Tuesday 19th March.
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World Social Work Day 2024: Date, Theme, History, Significance and More.
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World Social Work Day (WSWD) is observed on the third Tuesday of March every year. This day aims to highlight the achievements of social workers and raise awareness about the importance of social services in society. The day is also an opportunity to reflect on the progress social work has made and identify areas in which further work needs to be done.
Social workers play an important role in promoting social inclusion, equity and sustainable development. They work with individuals, families, communities, and organizations to meet their needs and promote well-being.
World Social Work Day is a day to celebrate social workers who make a difference in the lives of others. It is also a day to raise awareness about the importance of social services and promote the positive impact of social work on individuals, families, and communities.
World Social Work Day 2024 Date
This year, World Social Work Day will be celebrated on Tuesday, March 19, 2024.
World Social Work Day 2024 Theme
The theme of World Social Work Day 2024 is “Buen Vivir: A shared transformative future.”
History and significance of World Social Work Day
The first World Social Work Day was celebrated in 2007 with the following themes: “Social Work – Making a Difference in the World”. The initiative was endorsed by affiliates of the International Federation of Social Workers (IFSW) at the General Assembly held in Adelaide in 2004. The current date was agreed upon at the General Assembly held in Brazil in 2008 and will remain in effect until 2020.
But it’s important to trace the history of this day back to the 1980s. At the time, his IFSW UN representative in New York proposed a project to bring local social workers to UN headquarters in New York. This marks the beginning of an annual celebration known at the United Nations as Social Work Day. The original concept of the day was to find a way to explain the work of the United Nations to social work professionals and to raise awareness of how social workers can collaborate with NGOs on humanitarian issues.
Activities for World Social Work Day 2024
The International Federation of Social Workers (IFSW) established World Social Work Day with the aim of highlighting the contribution of social workers and promoting the social work profession. This day is observed on the third Tuesday of March every year. Below are some of the activities you can consider to celebrate this World Social Work Day.
Conferences and seminars: Celebrate this day and share your research by attending social work conferences and seminars.
Community events: Participate in community events such as workshops, panel discussions, and public forums. These events are held to discuss local social issues and provide an opportunity for the public to engage with social service agencies and learn about their roles.
Awareness campaign: can be started Awareness campaigns on social media platforms and communities. These campaigns should aim to educate the public about the value, role and contribution of social work.
Rights advocacy efforts: Social workers may also participate in letter-writing campaigns as part of their advocacy efforts.
Professional development activities: It is also provided by the Institute of Social Work, which helps members improve their knowledge and skills. These activities include training sessions, webinars, and skill-building workshops.
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