The 14th Indian Social Work Conference (ISWC) 2026 brings together a significant academic and professional gathering, organized by the National Association of Professional Social Workers in India (NAPSWI) in collaboration with partner organization – Department of Social Work, Assam Don Bosco University Tapesia Campus, Guwahati, Assam. Following the legacy of the 13th conference held in Bhubaneswar, this edition transitions to the North-East for the very first time at The Assam Don Bosco University Tapesia Campus, Guwahati, Assam

Keeping up with the concept of ‘Viksit Bharat’ (Developed India) that advocates for a shift from the traditional ‘Welfare’ approach to a comprehensive ‘Wellbeing’ framework, the theme for the 14th ISWC is ‘From Welfare to Wellbeing: Reimagining Social Work Practice with the vision of Viksit Bharat @2047’. This reimagined approach emphasises quality of life, mental health resilience, and the integration of technology to ensure that progress is equitable and sustainable for all citizens. We are delighted to invite academicians, researchers, practitioners, students and social work professionals to be part of this historic experience to discuss and deliberate a range of important issues concerning the announced theme.

• To provide a forum for social work professionals, academicians, and practitioners to redefine social work interventions in the context of a developing India (Viksit Bharat).
  
• To explore the shift from a service-delivery welfare approach to holistic human wellbeing.
• To foster collaboration between social workers, government bodies, and technical experts to address emerging social challenges.
• To document evidence-based practices that contribute to national prosperity and social justice.