International Conference on Social Work 2026

In an era marked by rapid social change, widening inequalities, conflict, displacement, and socio-economic crises, societies across the globe are facing unprecedented challenges to social cohesion and human well-being. Structural inequalities related to poverty, gender, ethnicity, disability, migration, and access to resources continue to deepen social divisions, while global transformations such as economic restructuring, technological change, pandemics, and climate-related crises intensify social vulnerabilities.

Social work, as a profession committed to social justice, human rights, and collective well-being, plays a crucial role in responding to these challenges. The theme “Co-Building Hope and Harmony” emphasizes collaborative, inclusive, and transformative social work practices that promote dignity, resilience, and social solidarity. It highlights the importance of co-creation with communities, interdisciplinary engagement, and participatory approaches in addressing inequality and fostering harmonious social change.

This conference is of particular relevance to social work students, academics, and practitioners who are professionally engaged in, or have scholarly interests related to, social work, crisis intervention, and the broader social sciences. It invites participants to engage in critical reflection on the dynamic and adaptive nature of social interventions within diverse and evolving social contexts.