Aligarh: The Department of Social Work at Aligarh Muslim University (AMU), in collaboration with the India Network of Professional Social Workers’ Associations (INPSWA) and the Association of Professional Social Workers in Uttar Pradesh (UPAPSW), organised a webinar titled “Intergenerational Solidarity for Environmental Challenges” to commemorate World Social Work Day.
The event highlighted the critical role of intergenerational collaboration in addressing environmental and social issues, emphasising social workers’ contributions to sustainability, justice, and collective well-being.
Prof. Naseem Ahmad Khan, Chairperson of the Department of Social Work, delivered the welcome address, underscoring social work’s role in bridging generational divides and promoting sustainable practices. He commended the International Federation of Social Workers (IFSW) for its advocacy efforts through World Social Work Day in fostering global solidarity.
Prof. Gandhi Doss, President of INPSWA, lauded social workers’ efforts in uniting generations and called for enhanced collaboration to address societal issues. Dr. Ipe Varghese, Secretary General of INPSWA, appreciated AMU’s initiative, stressing that a sustainable future depends on shared generational knowledge and action.
Dr. Prashant R. Chauhan, General Secretary of UPAPSW, highlighted the significance of World Social Work Day and the role of professional associations in advancing the field in India. The keynote speaker, Prof. K. Sekar, Consultant and Senior Professor (Psychiatric Social Work) at NIMHANS, Bangalore, delivered an insightful address on the intersection of climate change, mental health, and psychosocial support. He emphasised that intergenerational solidarity strengthens both environmental sustainability and mental resilience in the face of climate crises.
Earlier, Dr. Mohd Uzair, Convener of the webinar, introduced the 2025 theme, emphasising the necessity of intergenerational solidarity in tackling contemporary challenges. The webinar concluded with a Vote of Thanks by Dr. Mohammad Tahir and Dr. Mohd Arif Khan, Assistant Professors at AMU’s Department of Social Work.
The event witnessed active participation from faculty members, including Dr. Qurratul Aien Ali, Dr. Shyna Saif, Dr. Andleeb, and Dr. Sameera Khanam, along with academicians, social work professionals, and students from across India.
