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Introduction Social work as a discipline in the Pacific countries shares several common features, even though each country has its own unique culture, history, and challenges. Pacific nations such as Fiji, Samoa, Tonga, Papua New Guinea, and others are working to strengthen social work education and practice in response to their social, environmental, and economic […]

Introduction The Pacific region is home to a diverse group of island nations and territories, including Fiji, Samoa, Tonga, Papua New Guinea, and others. While these countries have rich cultural traditions, they also face unique social, economic, and environmental challenges. Social work intervention in this region is essential for addressing these issues and promoting social

Introduction The development of professional social work in China and Russia has occurred much later compared to Western countries. This delay can be mainly attributed to the political ideologies and historical circumstances that shaped these countries during the 20th century. Both nations underwent communist revolutions that significantly influenced the structure of their societies and welfare

Introduction Social work education in Europe has a rich and diverse history that reflects the continent’s social, political, and cultural evolution. While each European country has its own distinct approach, social work education across Europe shares common goals: to prepare professionals to work with individuals, families, and communities to promote social justice, equality, and well-being.

Introduction The social work profession emerged as a response to the complex social problems brought about by industrialization, urbanization, and poverty. It has evolved over time from charity and volunteerism to a recognized profession with structured education, training, and ethical standards. Social work focuses on helping individuals, families, and communities enhance their well-being and promote

Introduction The Asia Pacific region is one of the most diverse in the world, encompassing countries with varied histories, cultures, economies, and social challenges. The history of social work in this region reflects its colonial past, post-independence development, globalization, and growing awareness of human rights and social justice. Over the decades, social work in Asia

Introduction Indigenization of social work refers to the process of adapting social work theories, methods, and practices to fit the cultural, historical, social, and economic contexts of a specific country or community. Instead of following foreign models, indigenization emphasizes the use of local knowledge, values, traditions, and practices in addressing social issues. This approach is

Introduction International social work refers to the global efforts of social workers to address social problems that transcend national boundaries. It is rooted in values such as human rights, social justice, and equality. The history of international social work is a journey of evolving social thought, humanitarian efforts, and global cooperation to support marginalized and

Introduction Culture is a foundational concept in social sciences and is central to understanding human behavior and societies. In simple terms, culture refers to the shared beliefs, values, customs, traditions, languages, and behaviors that are passed down from one generation to another in a community or society. It shapes the way people think, behave, interact,

Introduction International social work education refers to the academic process of preparing students and professionals to work effectively in a global context. It involves integrating global perspectives, cultural understanding, human rights, and international social policies into the teaching and learning of social work. The goal is to create a workforce of social workers who are