Professor Pawar on the world stage

Professor Manohar Pawar from Charles Sturt’s School of Social Work and Arts was recognised as a leading researcher in the global social development movement through his delivery of the welcoming address at the 10th International Consortium for Social Development Asia Pacific (ICSDAP) Biennial Conference in the Philippines in October 2024.

The event was attended by more than 200 social development practitioners, educators, researchers, and advocates across Asia-Pacific region, Africa, and North America.

Marking the 50th anniversary of the International Consortium of Social Development (ICSD), Professor Pawar, who is also the president of the ICSD, opened the conference by sharing his insights into the theme, “The fifth industrial revolution amidst multifaceted disruptions: harnessing the power of social development”. Professor Pawar spoke of the role of technology in tackling global challenges through its potential to reduce poverty, bridge inequality gaps, and improve resource distribution.

Hosted by the University of the Philippines College of Social Work and Community Development, experts discussed strategies for navigating crises and fostering inclusive, human-centered progress.