14th Indian Social Work Conference begins at Assam Don Bosco University in Assam's Sonapur

The three-day 14th Indian Social Work Congress 2026 began on November 2 at the central auditorium of Assam Don Bosco University in Tapesia, Sonapur, on the outskirts of Guwahati.

The national-level conference is being organised by the Department of Social Work at Assam Don Bosco University in collaboration with the National Association of Professional Social Workers in India (NAPSWI).

Assam Governor Lakshman Prasad Acharya attended the inaugural ceremony as the chief guest. During the programme, six eminent personalities were honoured with Lifetime Achievement Awards in recognition of their contributions to the field of social work.

The conference is being held under the theme, “From Welfare to Well-being: Reimagining Social Work Practice for Viksit Bharat 2047.” It has brought together academicians, researchers, social workers, policymakers and students from India and abroad.

The inaugural session also witnessed the release of the conference souvenir and the abstract volume of research papers. A document on the ethical use of technology in social work education and practice was also unveiled.

Scheduled to continue until November 4, the conference will feature discussions on social justice, equality, human rights, social protection and the holistic development of marginalised communities. Participants will also deliberate on the role of social work in achieving the vision of Viksit Bharat 2047.