About Us
The Center for International Social Work was developed in 2006 from what was the International Social Work Committee. Originally administered by the Institute for Families, CISW now functions as an independent center within the School of Social Work.
Mission
To promote global citizenship and professional action among social work students, graduates, faculty and professionals to foster the improved well-being of our most vulnerable children and families in New Jersey and beyond.
Vision
CISW aims to be a leader in responding to the global interdependence which has brought increased awareness of shared human problems across the globe such as children deprived of parental care, poverty, unemployment, homelessness, juvenile and adult crime and imprisonment, HIV/AIDS, human trafficking, disability and family violence. CISW will continue to work to expand course offerings, research and field practice opportunities in direct practice and public non-profit management that address global concerns for vulnerable children, families and individuals. CISW will broaden awareness by offering events, workshops and resources that focus on incorporating a global perspective of social work practice both locally and internationally. A key component of these efforts will include fostering partnerships with other international social work organizations.