In keeping with these values, IASWG supports Black Lives Matter, condemns anti-black racism, and echoes demands for change within unjust and oppressive systems around the globe. Committed to social justice, IASWG gives particular attention to people systemically disadvantaged by the power differential inherent in oppressive social structures.”

“As group workers we believe that our common ground unites us and our differences enrich us. A Message from the IASWG Executive CommitteeĪs IASWG reflects on current and ongoing racial injustices and systematic oppression in the world, we are reminded of the tenets of our mission: IASWG is a global organization, and we are pleased to invite you to view our IASWG Standards of Group Work Practice in several languages: French, Spanish and English. Members include group workers from Australia, Bahamas, Barbados, Belarus, Belgium, Benin, Canada, Czech Republic, China, Croatia, England, Finland, France, Germany, Ghana, India, Ireland, Israel, Japan, Kenya, Lebanon, Lithuania, Malaysia, Namibia, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Pakistan, Puerto Rico, Singapore, Scotland, South Africa, Spain, Swaziland, Trinidad-Tobago, United Kingdom, United States, and Virgin Islands. The goals of this Association are realized through a program of action and advocacy at both the local and international levels. The purpose of this non-profit, member-driven organization is to promote excellence in group work practice, education, field instruction, research and publication. is the premier international association for social workers and allied helping professionals engaged in group work.

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