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BASW represents the UK on the International Federation of Social Workers (IFSW). Find out more about our work internationally.
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International Development Fund (IDF)
BASW collects a £2 levy as part of membership fees to go towards its International Development Fund (IDF).
Influencing social work policy in the Commonwealth
BASW’s international committee plays key role in influencing social work policy in the Commonwealth
IFSW & other international social work organisations
Social work is an international profession. Find out more about international social work.
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War in Ukraine
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      • Anti-austerity and anti-poverty
      • Professional working conditions
      • Relationship-based practice
      • Homelessness
    • Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI)
    • Policy and research
      • BASW in Parliament
      • Untested models
      • Social work knowledge and research
      • BASW's social media policy
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      • Brexit
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      • International Development Fund (IDF)
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      • Thematic groups
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      • Practice, policy and education groups (PPEGs)
      • Scottish reference groups
    • Financial support for social workers
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