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SW&SD 2015
2nd Call for Papers
and Registration
East London International Convention Centre
East London, South Africa
4 – 7 October 2015
Theme: Social Work and Developmental Social Welfare:
Local Realities and Global Transformation
Abstract Deadline: 29 May 2015
SW&SD 2015 is jointly hosted by ASSWA, IFSW and ASASWEI Welcome message from the conference chairperson
We welcome you to the 1st Joint Conference of the Association of Schools of Social Work in Africa (ASSWA), the International Federation of Social Workers (IFSW, Africa), and the Association of South African Social Work Education Institutions (ASASWEI) to be held in the coastal city of East London in the Eastern Cape, home to our world’s icon, Nelson Rolihlahla Mandela. The main theme of the conference Social work and developmental social welfare: Local realities and global transformations and the carefully crafted sub-­‐themes will provide us with wonderful opportunities to engage in rich dialogue and debate around a range of issues, pertinent to the social work profession and to allied disciplines. The conference will seek to understand how we, as an international gathering of social work educators, researchers and practitioners, achieve the following objectives: • Debate issues pertinent to social work education, research and practice and developmental social welfare • Share experiences, research and best teaching and practice models • Identify strategies to respond to the skewed development and inequality that globalisation contributes to • Draw on some of the opportunities that globalisation presents • Recognise the unique, as well as the commonly shared challenges facing social work educators, researchers and practitioners in different parts of the world • Address the challenge of developing locally specific social work theories and models of interventions in the face of prevailing western hegemony • Engage with the relationship between the personal and political dimensions of people’s lives • Maximise the potential of social work to develop local, national and regional resistance to the increasingly intensifying impact of neoliberalism and new managerialism • Mobilise the power of local, national and international groups and social movements in the interests of the people whom we work with. We look forward to seeing you in East London 4 – 7 October 2015. Loads of sharing, sunshine, seaside beauty and South African hospitality not to be missed! Prof. Vishanthie Sewpaul (PhD) Conference Committee Chair Conference Secretariat
Artful Conference & Event Specialists (ACES) Tel: +27 (0)82 565 0068 / +27 (0)79 938 5870 Fax: 086 543 7067 Email: [email protected] Website: www.aceconferences.co.za/swsd2015.htm Banking details
Bank: Nedbank Branch Code: 198765 Account Name: The Association of Schools of Social Work in Africa – ASSWA SWSD 2015 Account Number: 1080353305 Account Type: Current Account Swift number for international payments only: NEDSZAJJ Banking facilities
Banks are generally open from 09h00 to 15h00 Monday to Friday and from 08h00 to 11h00 on Saturdays and are closed on Sundays. Call for Papers
The abstract submission deadline is 29 May 2015. Please take note: •
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Should you require early notification of acceptance in order to obtain funding from your institution please advise the Conference Secretariat timeously. An Abstract Form must be submitted together with each abstract. Conference theme
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Globalization, growth, inequality and poverty Developing relevant and appropriate locally specific social work education and practice Promoting human dignity, human rights, social justice Education for change (including field practice education, research, e-­‐learning and trans disciplinary work) Child, youth and family centred work Social work with older persons Health as biopsychosocial, spiritual well-­‐being Individual, group and community based interventions (including advocacy and social activism) Social security, welfare policy and social development Social work and environmental sustainability Governance, social work administration, management and planning The influence of history on contemporary social work education and practice Systems of patriarchy, women and gender Preparing frontline social workers in areas such as wars, disasters, famines, epidemics Cancellation and refunds
Cancellations must be received in writing to [email protected] and will be accepted up until 28 August 2015. Refunds will be executed post conference less a 25% administration fee. Cancellations after 28 August 2015 cannot be accepted; however, transfer of registration to another person will be accepted and must be communicated to the Secretariat in writing to [email protected]. Climate
East London has a humid subtropical climate (Köppen Cfa), with the warm temperatures and moderation typical of the South African coastline. Although it has no true dry season, there is a significant drying trend in the winter, with the wettest times of year being "spring" and "autumn". There is also a shorter and lesser dry period in December and January. The all-­‐time record low is 3 °C (37.4 °F), and the all-­‐time record high is 42 °C (107.6 °F). The hottest temperatures have been recorded in springtime, rather than the summer months. Temperatures above 38 °C (100 °F) have only been recorded early in the season, from August to December. Although temperatures have never dropped below freezing since records began, East London has recorded snowfall in 1985 and 1989 Currency / exchange rates
South African currency works on the decimal system with one Rand equalling 100 cents. Denomination of Rand notes:-­‐ R200; R100; R50; R20; R10 Denomination of Coins:-­‐ R5; R2; R1; 50c; 20c; 10c; 5c The official currency of the Conference is South African Rands. Fluctuations in foreign exchange markets are reflected in new rates daily. Traveller’s cheques and foreign currency notes of all major currencies can be exchanged at any commercial bank. American Express offices and most category A and B hotels have exchange facilities for guests. For up to date exchange rates and currency converter please visit http://www.xe.com/tools.php Electricity and plugs
The electricity supply in South Africa is 220/230 volts, AC 50Hz. It would be in your interest to purchase an International plug converter to enable your plugs to be compatible with the South African plug points. The plugs used in South Africa are standard round pin, 3 point, 15amp plug. Exhibitors / Sponsors
Any interested Business Sector and other stakeholders should contact the Conference Secretariat on [email protected] for Sponsorship information. Insurance
Registration fees do not include personal travel or health insurance of any kind. It is strongly recommended that when registering for the Conference and booking your travel, that travel and health insurance policies be taken out. The Organising Committee and the Conference Secretariat do not take responsibility of any delegates failing to insure themselves. The Organising Committee and Conference Secretariat also accepts no liability for personal injuries, or for loss or damage to property belonging to Conference delegates, either during, or as a result of the Conference, please check the validity and upgrading of your own insurance for this purpose before leaving for South Africa. International travel to South Africa
If you are unsure of whether you require a visa please either check with your consulate or visit the South African Department of Home Affairs website (http://www.home-­‐affairs.gov.za/visa_detail.asp) for further information on visa requirements. Letter of invitation
The Conference Secretariat will send a letter of invitation to delegates who request this service, please note that the letter of invitation DOES NOT obligate the Conference Organising Committee or the Conference Secretariat to provide any financial support to attend the Conference. Letters of invitation will not be issued unless you have submitted your registration form and payment of registration fees. Name badges
Each delegate will receive a name badge when registering for the Conference, please ensure that you wear your name badge when attending any of the conference sessions and the social functions. Only delegates wearing their name badges will be admitted to the sessions, social functions, catering and exhibition areas. Official language of the conference
The official language of the conference is ENGLISH. Please note, all abstracts must be submitted and presented in English. Payment of conference fees
Payment proof should accompany registration forms. PLEASE NOTE: All international payments into the conference bank account must include the surcharge to cover foreign exchange charges. Registration
Registration will take place at the East London International Convention Centre (ELICC), East London, South Africa, from The registration and information desk will be situated at the East London ICC, and will be in operation during all tea and lunch breaks according to the final conference programme. Registration Acknowledgement
All registrations will be acknowledged in electronic format with confirmation of delegate requirements according to the submitted registration form and upon receipt of payment. PLEASE NOTE: • Abstracts will not be included in the final programme unless registration fees have been paid Registration fees
Early Bird Fee (before 31 July) MEMBERS DEVELOPED COUNTRIES R 5 000 NON-­‐MEMBERS DEVELOPED COUNTRIES R 5 400 MEMBERS DEVELOPING COUNTRIES (incl SA) R 4 000 NON-­‐MEMBERS DEVELOPING COUNTRIES R 4 500 INTERNATIONAL BANK SURCHARGE (Int’l delegates) R 200 BANQUET DINNER R 450
Late Fee (after 31 July) R 5 400 R 5 800 R 4 400 R 4 900 Registration fee includes
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The Welcome Reception will be held on Sunday, 4th October 2015. The Welcome Reception is inclusive to registered delegates The Banquet dinner will be held on Tuesday, 6th October 2015. All delegates are invited to purchase a ticket when registering, together with accompanying person, this must be indicated on the delegate registration form. Time zone
The time zone for South Africa is: South Africa’s GMT +2 hours. Tours
Half day tours EAST LONDON CITY TOUR COST: R250 TOWNSHIP EXPERIENCE COST: R300 CULTURAL TOUR (XHOSA EXPERIENCE TOUR) East London is the only river port in This tour takes you to the heart of the COST: R410 South Africa and a unique holiday destination. Join us in exploring the city second largest township in South Africa, after Soweto in Johannesburg, The Eastern Cape is the traditional home of the Xhosa people. This tour and visit historical sites around the city, including the East London Museum the township of Mdantsane, home of Boxing in South Africa. This is an takes you to a typical living Xhosa Village where you will learn about the which is the home of the Coelacanth a fish which was discovered at the educational and interactive tour where you will experience the day-­‐to-­‐
Xhosa culture, their way of life, traditions and day-­‐to-­‐day life of the Chalumna River. This town boasts Victorian style buildings and has one of day life in South African Townships. While on this tour you will spend time people of the Eastern Cape. Lunch included. the best beaches in the country. in one of the historical townships in South Africa, the township of Duncan §
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Traditional dancing and Local craft Traditional meals Full day Tours NELSON MANDELA FREEDOM TRAIL TOUR COST: R750 BUFFALO CITY HERITAGE TOUR COST: R490 This is a historical tour that takes you to the city of We pick up in East London, via Duncan Village and Mdantsane with a stop at Berlin. From Berlin we visit the Steve Biko Centre and the Biko House in Ginsburg. After lunch we will drive to Dimbaza to visit Dimbaza Wall of fame. Here guests will hear the sad story of Dimbaza, one of untold stories of South African History.
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Mthatha, following the footsteps of Dr. Nelson Mandela. The highlight of this tour is a visit to Qunu Village where President Mandela grew up and built his house, the village of Mqhekezweni where he spent most of his adult hood at the Great Place under the Regent King Jongintaba Mtirara. This is the place where he learnt about leadership. Lunch included. §
Nelson Mandela Museum Round hut he shared with his cousin when living in Mqhekezweni Great Place §
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Steve Biko Centre Steve Biko House Steve Biko Garden of Remembrance Dimbaza Bityi railway station Please note: tours to be booked directly with the tour operator. IMONTI TOURS Email: [email protected] Tel: +27(0)83 487 8975 Contact: Velile Venue
The East London International Convention Centre is positioned on the Esplanade and has magical views of the Indian Ocean and is only a 15 minute drive from the East London Airport, the Industrial Development Zone and all major industries. It offers a fresh Eastern Cape alternative to the Tourism sector both locally and internationally.