The European Social Charter and the Global Definition of Social Work: Tuning the Promotion of People’s Social Rights and the Profession

This articles shows how the new Global Definition of Social Work, approved by the International Association of School of Social Work and the International Federation of Social Workers have many points in common with the revised version of the European Social Charter (ESC). According to the Definition, social workers are strongly committed to protect human rights: International Treaties may be considered important tools to better achieve this aim. On the other hand,the ESC recognizes the importance of social work methods and knowledge to ensure qualified assistance and to develop welfare systems.