Internationale Fassung

der Definition der Sozialen Arbeit

beschlossen an der Generalversammlung des IFSW Juli 2014 in Melbourne

Originaltext in Englisch:

“Social work is a practice-based profession and an academic discipline that promotes social change and development, social cohesion, and the empowerment and liberation of people. Principles of social justice, human rights, collective responsibility and respect for diversities are central to social work. Underpinned by theories of social work, social sciences, humanities and indigenous knowledge, social work engages people and structures to address life challenges and enhance wellbeing.

The above definition may be amplified at national and/or regional levels”