In response to World Social Work Day on March 15, the Social Welfare Bureau (IAS), in collaboration with local social service organizations, professional bodies, and higher education institutions, is organizing a series of events from March to May 2016. The aim is to raise public awareness of social work, enhance the professional image of social workers, and foster a sense of identity and belonging among practitioners.

Event Details

1. Seminar: "From Research to Service - Promoting Service Innovation"

• Date: March 16, 2016
• Time: 2:00 PM
• Location: Lecture Hall 1, 1st Floor, Wui Chi Building, Macao Polytechnic Institute
• Details: Scholars from neighboring regions will share insights on how government, academia, and the public can collaborate to advance social services, from academic research to practical application.
• Target Audience: Social service professionals, service users, and social work students.

2. "North Star" Social Worker Recognition Ceremony & "Social Work Spirit Inheritance" Lecture

• Date: April 23, 2016
• Time: 2:30 PM
• Location: Hall 4-5, 4th Floor Grand Auditorium, Macau Tower
• Details: A ceremony to honor social workers who have made long-term contributions to society, followed by a lecture on the inheritance of the social work spirit.
• Target Audience: Frontline social workers and the general public. All citizens are welcome.

3. Seminar: "Challenges Facing the Professionalization of Social Work in Macao"

• Date: May 7, 2016
• Time: 2:00 PM
• Location: Auditorium, St. Paul's School
• Details: Scholars from various regions will discuss the challenges that professionalization brings to Macao's social workers and explore suggestions for enhancing the profession.
• Target Audience: Social work students, educators, social workers. All citizens are welcome.

Contact Information

For more details, please visit the Social Welfare Bureau website at www.ias.gov.mo or contact Ms. Deng or Ms. Ou at 83997587 / 83997588.