Nigerian Association of Social Workers, NASoW, Lagos Chapter, has called on government at all levels to constitute the social work council.
State Chairperson, NASoW, Ms Olubunmi Lamilisa, made the call in Lagos, on Tuesday, on the event of the World Social Workers Day, WSWD.
WSWD is celebrated annually every third Tuesday in the month of March.
NAN also reports that the 2025 WSWD has as theme: “Strengthening Intergenerational Solidarity for Enduring Wellbeing.”
She said to build a just and equitable society, a well-regulated council is essential for standardising the profession, ensuring accountability and elevating service delivery.
She noted that the 2025 theme emphasises the importance of connection between generations for enduring well-being in a world facing instability and increasing polarisation.
In view of this, social workers globally are calling for stronger intergenerational solidarity, stressing the need for stronger connections between young and old, different people, countries, continents and within diverse societies, she added.
According to her, the association would continue to render service to humanity, advocate for the vulnerable and promote fairness and equal opportunities.
She reiterated that the association stands ready to work with government agencies, NGOs and community leaders to advance the impact of social work in the state and the country at large.
The chairperson, however, lamented that NASoW, Lagos chapter, is faced with some major challenges which include lack of recognition and institutional support, as well as public misconceptions among others.
She pointed out that NASoW, Lagos currently has 702 active members working across various sectors to address critical social issues in the state.
”But in spite of this, we still face some challenges like recognition and institutional support, enhanced funding and support for social workers among others.
She stressed that adequate financial investment is needed to expand training, provide mental health services, child protection and community interventions, and called on all to join hands with social workers to continue to render service to humanity. NAN
