International Social Service Canada (SSI Canada)

Last week, Giovanna Ricciardi, ISS General Secretariat, and Sabine Benisch (ISS Frankfurt), represented ISS during a conference on Intercountry Adoptions in Bonn organised by the Bundesamt für Justiz, the German Central Adoption Authority.   ISS presented its work on #searchfororigins and explained how ISS members help people searching for their origins using their long-standing expertise in cross border social casework. ISS also moderated a workshop together with Susana Katz from Ada e. V. and Markus Gross from the Landesjugendamt Rheinland. ISS was pleased to connect with the German Central Adoption Authority and is grateful for their support, in particular to the ISS International Reference Center for the rights of children deprived of their family. Finally, ISS would like to thank Dr. Sarah Gerling-Stock for the invitation! 🙏 #childrensrights #childprotection #socialworkers #crossborder #families #searchfororigins

We are delighted to announce the launch of ISS Canada's #AnnualReport for the year 2023-2024! Discover the #summary of our year, our #achievements and the impact of our #actions at national and international levels. Check it out now at the following link: https://lnkd.in/eq23ppN7 — Nous sommes ravis de vous annoncer le lancement du #RapportAnnuel du SSI Canada pour l'année 2023-2024 ! Découvrez le #récapitulatif de notre année, nos #réalisations et l'impact de nos #actions au niveau national et international. Consultez-le dès maintenant au lien suivant : https://lnkd.in/e4aKGGWB #ISS2024 #ISSCanada #ISS100

'Vision, Courage, and Determination: A Century of Cross-Border Social Work', soon available in e-book and hard copy, will provide insights into the history and #impact of ISS over the past century, focusing on its role in promoting cross-border #socialwork and advancing the #rights of vulnerable populations, particularly #children and #families. Save the date to buy your copy! By exploring our story, you will join  us in our mission to #protect and #empower #families and #children across borders. Your support will help us continue our vital work worldwide. 🙏 🙏 #ISS100 #ISSwomenexplorers #ISSpioneeradvocacy #ISSrestoringlinks #childrensrights #childprotection #socialworkers #crossborder #caregivers #families

We are pleased to share our newest newsletter with you! To find out more about the ISS network's centenary and our celebrations, please take a moment to read it. Click here: https://lnkd.in/gE6TUYuF -- Nous avons le plaisir de vous partager notre nouvelle infolettre ! Pour en découvrir plus sur le centenaire du réseau SSI et les célébrations, prenez un moment pour la consulter. Cliquez ici : https://lnkd.in/gE6TUYuF #ISS100 #ISSCanada #ISS2024

Happy World Children’s Day This year marks 35 years since the adoption of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child, a powerful milestone in protecting the well-being and potential of every child. Today, we honor the rights, dreams, and futures of children around the globe.   At ISS Canada, we are proud to play a part in building a brighter future for children. Through our social services, we: - Provide support to families navigating cross-border child welfare issues. - Advocate for the best interests of children in all circumstances. - Promote international cooperation to ensure no child is left behind.   With 8 million children in Canada, every single one deserves to grow up in a safe, supportive, and nurturing environment, where their rights are protected and their voices are heard.    🔗 Learn more about our work: https://issc-ssic.ca __  Joyeuse Journée mondiale de l’enfance    Cette année marque le 35e anniversaire de l’adoption de la Convention des Nations Unies relative aux droits de l’enfant, un jalon essentiel pour protéger le bien-être et le potentiel de chaque enfant. Aujourd’hui, nous célébrons les droits, les rêves et l’avenir des enfants du monde entier. Au SSI Canada, nous sommes fiers de contribuer à bâtir un avenir meilleur pour les enfants. Grâce à nos services sociaux, nous : - Soutenons les familles confrontées à des enjeux transfrontaliers liés à la protection de l’enfance. - Défendons les intérêts supérieurs des enfants dans toutes les circonstances. - Favorisons la coopération internationale pour qu’aucun enfant ne soit laissé pour compte. Avec 8 millions d’enfants au Canada, chacun mérite de grandir dans un environnement sûr, bienveillant et stimulant, où ses droits sont protégés et sa voix entendue.    🔗 En savoir plus sur notre travail : https://issc-ssic.ca

On #WorldChildrensDay, we, at ISS, take a moment to think in particular about the children who suffer on a daily basis as the madness of men continues and their inability to talk peace is missing in action! For a century, the International Social Service has worked tirelessly to defend the #rights of #children, #protect their #wellbeing and provide them with opportunities for the future through careful and hard work in the best interests of every child. It is important to reiterate that #children deserve to grow up in an environment of #love, #safety and #respect. We are deeply touched and proud to see on a daily basis the tremendous #impact of our work, the commitment of our teams around the world, and the change in the lives of thousands of children on the roads of #vulnerability. We, at ISS, recognize that our mission is far from complete. Together, we must redouble our efforts to defend the #rights of the most vulnerable #children and build a future where every child can thrive and reach their full potential. Together as a network and with all our trusted partners, we must raise our voices much higher and stronger to #endviolence against children and civilians and contribute to bring #peace back to those who desperately need it. For the sake of all the children of the world, let us continue to build a more #just, #inclusive, and #bright world. Jean Ayoub, CEO ISS, and ISS General Secretariat team Marie Jenny Beatriz Santaemilia del Hoyo Fanny Baert Jeannette Wöllenstein-Tripathi Giovanna Ricciardi Carlotta A. Sabina Titarenko Ehab Iwidat Alysse Rochon #childrensrights #childprotection #socialworkers #crossborder #families #familiesNOTorphanages #peace #endwar

During the ISS International Conference 'Throughout time, across borders', panellists discussed the increasing number of #childrenonthemove worldwide, driven by various #crises and #conflicts. These children, especially separated and unaccompanied children, often find themselves without #psychosocial and #legal support, leading to #marginalization and exposure to #humanrightsviolations. ISS underscores the importance of training the social workforce and enabling professionals to better understand and meet the unique needs of these vulnerable children. Furthermore, multi-agency and multidisciplinary cross border case management is critical for delivering holistic support. Please follow this link to learn more about ISS' activities related to children on the move, https://lnkd.in/gxXCx2GK. #childrensrights #childprotection #socialworkers #crossborder #families

Thank you to Dinesh Raj Sapkota for having come all the way from Nepal to participate in the ISS100th Anniversary meetings and celebrations in Geneva. Dinesh was glad to participate as it deepened his understanding of the complexities of #childprotection work. The dedication and commitment of the ISS members and experts particularly inspired him. The opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals from around the world was invaluable. ISS members from across the world will continue to collaborate and meet to discuss the best ways to face future complex #social challenges and to provide quality #crossborder #social support and #technical assistance. #childrensrights #childprotection #ISS100 #socialworkers #crossborder #caregivers #families

Dear Friends, Colleagues, Partners, and Donors, With immense gratitude and a smile, I stand before you today with my team, reflecting on an extraordinary week celebrating ISS’s 100th anniversary here in Geneva. From our internal meetings to the international conference on child protection, the symposium on our rich history, the stunning exhibition, and the evenings together, it’s been a week to remember. It wasn’t just a celebration of the past, it was about envisioning the future of ISS. As Olivier, our North Africa project lead, said this morning: this event has done more than mark a milestone, it has energized our entire network. The atmosphere of collaboration and shared commitment has been inspiring, leaving us all with renewed motivation for the vital work ISS does globally. I deeply thank each of you, our incredible ISS staff, board members, directors, caseworkers, partners, and donors. Your dedication and support have been the driving force behind our achievements. We couldn't have done this without you. Your presence, whether here in person or in spirit, reminds us of the collective responsibility we share to ensure ISS thrives and evolves in the years ahead. Together, we will continue making a lasting impact on children and families worldwide. From the bottom of my heart, thank you for being part of this milestone. Your support is the cornerstone of our success, and I look forward to our next chapter together. Warmest regards, Jean and the indefatigable team at the General Secretariat

The ISS Centennial Week 7-10th of October 2024 has inspired and motivated ISS social workers from all over the world to continue supporting #children and #families separated across borders through individualised #crossborder social casework taking into account their #origins, their cultural #identity, their wider #family context and best interest always guided by the Convention on the Rights of the Child and other standards and principles such as the Equity in Permanency principles adopted by the ISS International Council as a strategic priority. https://lnkd.in/gRZnUUbi. #childrensrights #families #crossborder #childprotection #familiesNOTorphanages #equityinpermanency #socialworkers