The Social Workers in India Forum is a dedicated collective of professional social workers, educators, and researchers committed to advancing the standards of social work practice and education across India. Founded on the principles of social justice, empowerment, and evidence-based practice, the Forum serves as a non-profit platform for dialogue, advocacy, and professional growth.

Our Mission

To advance excellence in social work education and practice through research, networking, advocacy, and the dissemination of indigenous and global knowledge.

Our Vision

To create a compassionate and recognized fraternity of professional social workers that drives systemic change and promotes human well-being.

Knowledge Dissemination: Operating the Journal of Social Work Education and Practice (JSWEP) as a premier Diamond Open Access platform.

Professional Development: Organizing workshops and seminars to bridge the gap between academic theory and field-level practice.

Research Advocacy: Encouraging indigenous research that addresses the unique socio-cultural challenges within the Indian context.

Ethical Standards: Promoting a unified code of conduct and ethics for professional social workers.

• Founder/President: Arun Paul, PhD, MSW, RSW.

• Brief Bio: "A dedicated social work professional with extensive experience in child protection and academic instruction, committed to enhancing the global footprint of Indian social work research."

• Editorial Board: "Our activities are supported by a diverse board of academicians and practitioners from various institutions across the globe."

Official Email: editor@jswep.in