Co-Building Hope in Social Work – World Social Work Day 2026

About this episode

This episode discusses the role of social workers in building hope and harmony in society, reflecting on the theme of World Social Work Day 2026.

In this special Southpod episode for World Social Work Day 2026, we explore this year’s global theme: “Co-Building Hope and Harmony – A Harambee Call to Unite a Divided Society.” Social workers play a vital role in supporting individuals, families and communities through some of life’s most challenging moments. In this conversation, colleagues from across our services reflect on what it means to build hope in everyday practice — from working in GP surgeries and integrated care teams to suppor...

Topics covered

• social work
• hope
• community support
• healthcare
• integrated care
• World Social Work Day

Keywords

• social work
• hope
• community
• healthcare
• World Social Work Day
• support
• integrated care

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Southern Health and Social Care Trust

Books & works: Co-Building Hope and Harmony – A Harambee Call to Unite a Divided Society

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