World Social Work Day 2022
In observance of World Social Work Day 2022, the Social Work Training and Research Centre (SWTRC) celebrated and recognized the invaluable contributions of social workers across the Caribbean under the global theme: “Co-building a New Eco-Social World: Leaving No One Behind.” On March 15, 2022, we hosted a series of engaging and impactful activities, including: a panel discussion on key issues in social work and community development; Building Community through Yoga, a wellness session promoting mindfulness and connection; the Speed Social Work Village, an interactive networking and learning experience; and an Eco-Social World Trivia, encouraging knowledge-sharing through fun and competition. Additionally, we launched the launch of our Contactless Stationery Drive, in support of Hayfield Primary and Infant School in St. Thomas.
These activities reflected our ongoing commitment to building inclusive, sustainable communities and supporting the professionals who make this work possible.
Opening Ceremony & Panel Discussion
Representatives from over 15 social work agencies and educational institutions attended the celebrations. Presenters shared how the social work agencies adapted to the Covid-19 pandemic.
Building Community through Yoga
WSWD participants were introduced to yoga, one of the alternative therapies used in social work practice. Attendees got to have fun, unwind and release stress through chair yoga exercises.
Speed Social
Work Village
Speed Social Work Village enabled participants to interact with social workers and paraprofessional to get a better understanding of the profession, its challenges and its rewards as a career option.
Leave No One Behind Book Drive
The book drive in aid of the Hayfield Primary and Infant School, St. Thomas was launched at WSWD 2022. The stationeries, obtained through generous donors and partnership with retail stores, were handed over in May 2022.
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