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Human Rights, Social Justice, and Community Work

by | 15/09/2025 | IFS UN News, News | 0 Comments

Community Work, Human Rights, and the Settlement and Neighbourhood Centre Movement Ken Burns’ 2014 documentary series, “The Roosevelts: An Intimate History,” offers a captivating exploration of a family whose name has resonated through U.S. and global history for...
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IFS General Assembly 2025

by | 19/08/2025 | News | 0 Comments

IFS General Assembly: Join Us on 10 October 2025 (Sydney time) The IFS General Assembly is your chance to help shape our network’s direction for the year ahead. Whether you’re a long-standing member, a new supporter, or someone considering a more active role, this...
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Celebrating 100 Years of Global Community Impact

by | 23/07/2025 | Conference, News | 0 Comments

Celebrate 100 years of IFS! Join the convention, support global impact with donations, memberships, and connections. Get involved today!

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Bookings now open! – IFS100 and Locality Convention ‘25, UK – November 2025

by | 19/07/2025 | Conference, News | 0 Comments

Celebrate 100 years of community power at the IFS100 Conference in the UK, Nov 10-13, 2025. Explore social justice & impactful change. Learn more!

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Melissa Aase Elected as New President of the IFS Board

by | 26/06/2025 | News | 0 Comments

The International Federation of Settlements and Neighbourhood Centres (IFS) is proud to announce the election of Melissa Aase as the new President of its Board. This decision was made during the organization’s June meeting, marking the beginning of a promising chapter...
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Small Wins and Big Moves: Updates from the IFS Host Office June 2025

by | 26/06/2025 | News | 0 Comments

From the heart of Sydney, the new IFS Host Office is excited to share what’s been happening behind the scenes this past quarter. As we approach the final stage of the transition from Finland to Australia, we’re proud to report fresh progress, renewed energy, and...
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Stitching Belonging: Leila’s Community Vision in Rural France

by | 26/06/2025 | Blog, News | 0 Comments

In the Heart of Aspet: A Story of Listening, Belonging, and Leila By Junias Kanyinda   In October 2024, as part of my work coordinating international projects for the Finnish Federation of Settlement Houses and the International Federation of Settlements (IFS), I...
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TNC Kinship Dojo: Practicing Relational Equity in Community Work

by | 26/06/2025 | News | 0 Comments

What if equity work wasn’t just about learning concepts but practicing new ways of being together? That was the idea behind the Kinship Dojo, a six-month pilot launched by Toronto Neighbourhood Centres (TNC). Inspired by dojo culture, this unique initiative created a...
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Tony Armstrong Recognised in the King’s Honours

by | 26/06/2025 | News | 0 Comments

IFS is proud to share that our Board Secretary, Tony Armstrong, has been honoured in the King’s Honours List, a national recognition celebrating individuals making significant contributions to their communities. Tony’s leadership spans decades of commitment to local...
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IFS Americas 2025 Peer Learning Series

by | 26/06/2025 | Conference, Event, News | 0 Comments

Neighbourhood Centres: Community Living Room Conversations   A new cross-border initiative is unfolding across North America. Through collaboration between Neighbourhood Houses in Canada and the United States, IFS members have launched a Peer Learning Series...
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Crossing Cultures: A Journey into Sámi Heritage with IFS

Crossing Cultures: A Journey into Sámi Heritage with IFS

Apr 29, 2025 |

An Erasmus+ Cultural Exchange Between Finland, Norway, and IFS Partners In April 2025, a small group of IFS members and partners embarked on an enriching Erasmus+ mobility project focusing on Sámi cultural heritage and political priorities. Participants included staff...

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