Welcome
Vision
To be a leading educational and research institution within the international social work community, providing a distinctive Asian perspective in social work and social development.
Mission
- To produce and develop competent social work graduates who can contribute to the well-being of society by:
- Promoting the social functioning of people within the environment from the perspectives of the individual, family and community;
- Enabling the development of human potential to the fullest;
- Undertaking research and creating awareness and understanding of social issues and social change.
- To lead in the development and promotion of regional social work education, practice and research in collaboration with Asian and other international partners.
News
Family’s Financial Situation, Burdened by Debt, has led to Aspirations of Becoming a Social Worker
A feature on social worker and NUS alumnus Francis Goh Jiang Hong (NUS Social Work ’24).
Third Singapore Social Work Practice Research Conference 2024: Advocating for Social Inclusiveness of the Vulnerable
The Third Singapore Social Work Practice Research Conference aimed to foster a deeper understanding of the challenges faced by the socially vulnerable and the implementation of inclusive practices to improve their lives.
NUS Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences alumni honoured for contributions to public service, education, literature and the corporate sector
FASS paid tribute on 15 May 2024 to four eminent alumni for their outstanding contributions towards nation-building, growth of the university, the promotion of the arts and social sciences, and impact in the private sector.
Back to School: Why Adult Education Should be Learner-centric
Engaging panel discussions saw industry experts in adult education weigh in on topics such as the importance of lifelong learning for continued competence and relevance in an increasingly complex and constantly changing world.
We Need to Talk: Youth Mental Health Takes Centre Stage at the NUS SSR Conference 2024
The hybrid conference, attended by 800 social work practitioners, healthcare professionals, policymakers and researchers, shone a spotlight on the various approaches to help youths cope with social media pressures – from digital initiatives to providing more support at school and at home.
Childhood Trauma Can Cause Mental Health Issues in Young Adults: Study
Dr Lee Jungup (NUS Social Work) has found that issues such as neglect cyber bullying and abuse during childhood can lead to depressive and anxiety symptoms in young adults. She shared the findings from her study, which is currently under review before publication, at the NUS Social Service Research Centre Conference 2024 last week.
Efforts to Bolster Mental Well-being Amongst Youth Take Centre Stage at NUS Social Service Research Centre’s Annual Conference
More inclusive strategies and earlier intervention to bolster youth mental health were the centre of discussion amongst close to 800 social service practitioners, researchers, policymakers, and healthcare professionals who attended the SSR Conference 2024 both online and in person at the National University of Singapore (NUS) on 20 March 2024.