Challenges, Past & Present Challenges, Past & Present ICSW has a long and proud history. This section presents the recollections, impressions and views of people who played an important role in the history of the organization, who were instrumental in shaping its policies and programmes through the...

LATEST NEWS more news ICSW REGIONS NEWS more regional news NEWSLETTERS ICSW PUBLICATIONS ICSW Manifesto A forward-looking policy document, focused on improving people’s well-being, reflects a wide range of perspectives from ICSW members. read more ENGAGEMENT The Global Agenda Inclusive Social Transformation The leadership of ICSW, the IASSW and the IFSW...

Officers & Staff Organization Structure ICSW’s constitution and by-laws make us a democratic and accountable organisation. The General Assembly meets at least once every two calendar years to discuss the key issues on the agenda of the organization, while the Supervisory and Advisory Board meets annually.  Management Committee The President, Vice-President, Treasurer and the Management Committee are elected to take responsibility for detailed implementation of ICSW programmes and policies. Sergei Zelenev President Bio Bio: Sergei Zelenev, MBA,...

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Global Programme Outlining ICSW's vision and goals for social development and welfare The International Council on Social Welfare (ICSW) is an international non- governmental organization focused on generating and disseminating knowledge about social development and welfare issues, advocating for evidence-based policies to combat social injustice and inequity. ICSW works to build the capacity of its members to address social challenges, promote sustainable development goals, and foster climate justice through collaboration and knowledge exchange. 2024 - 2028 The ICSW General Assembly held...

Annual Reports ICSW annual reports reflects on achievements in global and regional programmes and activities. Annual Report for 2024 Annual Report for 2023 Annual Report for 2022 Annual Report for 2021 Annual Report for 2020 Annual Report for 2019 Annual Report for 2018 Annual Report for 2017 Annual Report for 2016 Annual Report for...

Publications newsletters, journals & reports ICSW's principal form of advocacy has been to present oral and written submissions to governments and intergovernmental institutions. ICSW has produced policy papers, research and information on social policy issues of special relevance to different parts of the world. Presenting clear and concise policy statements on behalf of ICSW members and other CSOs and advocating specific implementation action is a vital component of ICSW's strategy and this page highlights a number of publications and reviews that ICSW has been engaged...

ICSW and the United Nations (UN/ONU) For over half a century the International Council on Social Welfare (ICSW) has represented peak organisations in over seventy countries. Tens of thousands of civil society organisations have been represented through ICSW at the UN. As an organisation with UN consultative status, ICSW is involved in global discussions concerning issues of social development, social welfare and social justice. This involvement is especially with UNESCO, ECOSOC, UN Commission for Social Development and the UN Research Institute for Social Development (UNRISD). ICSW in its...

FAQ Frequently Asked Questions What does "ICSW" stand for? ICSW stands for International Council on Social Welfare. When was ICSW founded? The International Council on Social Welfare (ICSW) was founded in Paris in 1928 under the original name of International Conference of Social Work. It became the International Council on Social Welfare on the 1st of January 1967. What are the aims of ICSW? The International Council on Social welfare seeks to advance social welfare, social justice and social development. What work does ICSW undertake? The...