Malayali Association of Social Workers in Ontario - MASWO

MASWO is honored to join Junctian Community Initiative’s 4th Annual International Women’s Day event today along with Bruce Grey Child & Family and Basil Joy Realtors! 🌟
Please note that the registration is now closed.

Gentle reminder that our session, “From Exhaustion to Sustainability: Rethinking Social Work Practice,” is happening tomorrow morning! 🌿

We are also so excited to announce our lineup of speakers and panelists from both MASWO and OASW. They’ll be sharing some really important insights on collective care and moral injury that you won't want to miss.

If you haven’t registered yet, now is the time to secure your spot. Find the link in our bio.

Looking forward to a great session tomorrow! ✨

In celebration of social work month, we are excited to participate in a webinar hosted with the Malayali Social Work Association (MASWO) on “Moving from exhaustion, to rethinking social work burn out.”

EVENT DETAILS

Date – Saturday, March 28, 2026
Time – 10:00 – 11:30 a.m.
Online (Google Meet)

PRICING – FREE event

Be sure to join this insightful webinar and panel discussion. Click here to register now - https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfm41X2Pkg_psuPzCOrXTCkVxqUp3f3Vu2A5d2mTIuHM4xrqw/viewform

In celebration of social work month, MASWO is excited to host a webinar in partnership with Ontario Association of Social Workers (OASW) on "From Exhaustion to Sustainability: Re-thinking Social Work Practice."

EVENT DETAILS
Date - Saturday, March 28, 2026
Time - 10:00 - 11:30 a.m.
Online (Google Meet)

PRICING - FREE event

Be sure to join this insightful webinar and panel discussion.

Click here to register now:
https://forms.gle/DYFXDXU7zuhRyqS87

This World Social Work Day (17 March 2026), MASWO is proud to stand with social workers worldwide under the theme: "Co-Building Hope & Harmony." 🌍

The spirit of Harambee—pulling together—is at the heart of everything we do. In a divided society, social workers are the essential glue, working tirelessly to co-create spaces of peace, equity, and resilience. 🤝❤️

Today, we celebrate:
✅ Our commitment to social justice.
✅ Our role in uniting communities.
✅ The "Hope & Harmony" we build, one person at a time.

To all our MASWO members and social workers everywhere: Thank you for being the change.

MASWO celebrates the strength and resilience of women in our communities.
On this International Women’s Day, we honor their contributions and leadership.
Together, let’s continue to uplift and empower women everywhere.

On behalf of MASWO, we proudly recognize Social Work Week in Ontario and Social Work Month across Canada.
We extend our heartfelt appreciation to all members of the social work community for your unwavering commitment to advocacy, equity, and compassionate care. Your dedication continues to strengthen individuals, families, and communities every day. Thank you for the vital work you do and for the meaningful impact you make across our province and country.

Seasonal Clothing Drive & Dry Food Collection ❄️🥫

The Malayali Association of Social Workers in Ontario (MASWO) and Giving without Expectation (GWE) are coming together to host a Clothing and Dry food collection Drive.

We are collecting new and gently used clothing and dry food such as Pasta & Noodles, Jam, Tin foods, Cereals to help provide warmth, comfort, and dignity to those experiencing homelessness.

Collection Coordinators:
📍 Oshawa: Sibi, +1 (647) 895-4230
📍 Brampton: Abhilesh, +1 (289) 952-1785
📍 Mississauga: Varghese (+1 647-778-4502) & Alex (+1 416-706-3473)
📍 London: Joshiya (+1 647-671-4731) & Lincy (+1 226-503-5824)
📍 Kitchener: Jestin (+1 519-774-0937) & Neeraja (+1 647-225-2881)
📍 Scarborough: Arun, +1 (416) 919-7804

Open until: MARCH 15, 2026

💙 Your support can make a real difference. Let’s unite as a community and help spread warmth this winter.

Reach out to the coordinator in your area today.

MASWO (Malayali Association of Social Workers in Ontario) is hosting our next Virtual Intake on Saturday, February 14 at 7:30 P.M. If you are eligible and interested in joining, please reach out to us at [email protected] or via direct message on Instagram, Facebook, or LinkedIn.

Honoring Black History Month: A Community Reflection

Black History Month reminds us that the fight for justice is not carried by individuals alone, but by communities rooted in resilience, care, and collective action. While Black communities have made profound contributions to society, they continue to face systemic racism that affects families, neighborhoods, and future generations.

As Malayalis working within communities, we understand how history, identity, and access shape people’s lives. Though our experiences differ, they teach us the same truth: real change happens when communities stand together, protect truth, and advocate for one another.

Honoring Black history means strengthening solidarity across communities and recommitting ourselves to building spaces where dignity, equity, and justice are shared by all.

We are pleased to share that the registration is now live for our virtual workshop on “Employment, Academic and Registration Pathways,” in collaboration with The Chang School of Continuing Education at Toronto Metropolitan University.

Event Details:
🗓 Friday, January 16
🕛 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
📍Google Meet

🔗 Sign up here:
https://forms.gle/CJogEkxB22Fxus9y9

This session is tailored for Internationally Educated Social Workers and graduates in related fields (Psychology, Gender Studies, Human Rights, etc.).

We look forward to seeing you there!