What we'll cover
This session considers social work in an international context including legal frameworks relevant to international practice and how to communicate and collaborate effectively with overseas authorities on cases to safeguard children. It provides information on resources and networks available to support social workers working on intercountry cases and uses a variety of case studies to support learning.
Learning objectives
- Improved knowledge of effective practice in children and families’ child protection cases that cross international borders;
- Improved awareness of how to communicate and collaborate effectively with overseas authorities;
- Improved understanding of resources and networks available in intercountry child protection cases.
Who should attend
Social workers and social work students in the UK who wish to learn more about working on cross-border child protection cases. Legal professionals may also like to attend. An understanding of social work practice is required.
This event is subject to minimum numbers to ensure that it can be effectiely delivered and those attending have the best experience
