The Women Interest Group of the International Association of Schools of Social Work (IASSW) is hosting an online event to mark International Women’s Day 2025. This webinar brings together social work educators, practitioners, and students from around the world to explore the challenges women face in conflict zones and the role of social workers in fostering transnational solidarity.
This year’s discussion will focus on women’s rights violations in times of war, the dehumanization of girls and women, and the ways in which social work can strengthen global support networks. The session will feature distinguished speakers sharing insights from South Sudan, Burundi, Palestine, and Ukraine, offering critical perspectives on gender-based violence, political oppression, and women’s resilience.
Invited speakers include:
- Tasada Joseph Awad (South Sudan) – The Impact of war on female social worker’s solidarity
- Susan Muchiri (Burundi) – Social Work Professional women’s solidarity and War: The Burundi perspective
- Dr. Samah Saleh (Palestine) – Palestinian women and their resistance against Israeli colonial occupation
This webinar is recommended for social workers and educators committed to gender equity and social justice. Join us for thought-provoking discussions and a warm exchange of ideas across borders
📍 Zoom
📅 Wednesday, March 5 | 11:00 AM CT
