THE DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL WORK

FACULTY OF SOCIAL SCIENCES

UNIVERSITY OF CALABAR

2nd Annual International/Hybrid Conference

THEME:

Social Work Practice in Post Subsidy Removal Era in Nigeria: Towards a new trajectory of Socioeconomic development

@ University of Calabar

1st Annual Social Work Conference 2024 Picture Highlights

CONCEPT NOTE

The social and economic complexities and challenges in Nigeria and the introduction of oil subsidy in the 70s and 80s was in response to trade imbalances occasioned by mismanaged oil windfall, which later became a marionette for Nigeria' socioeconomic development as a result of corruption, inflation and devaluation of the naira, failed leadership and governance structure, as well as undemocratic principles amidst the rising inflation.

Currently, the nation appears to be asphyxiated because of the policy of the oll subsidy removal on the 29th May 2023, which made life more complex and misery-driven, with high levels of suicide rates, family disorganization, psychosocial, emotional and mental problems, political upheavals and protests within the country.

These creates tension and vaults of social problems for social work practice interventions as very-day-life workers, especially as the government is pushing for a palliative-driven social and economic approach to address the lingering social problems and to foster social integration and a comprehensive social and economic policy reforms to engender national cohesion and development in the country.

The conference will provide platform for intellectual discussions on the effect of post subsidy removal on the socioeconomic wellbeing of the people and how best social workers as care givers and development workers can navigate through this era, midwifing robust social work practice and interventions.

The conference recommendations will form a modest approach to transformational socioeconomic welfare programming. policy advocacy and inclusivity for a sustainable national development.

PAYMENT/REGISTRATION

Registration Fee: N40,000

International Delegates: $70

Post graduate Students: N35,000

Undergraduate Students: N15,000

Account Name: Department of Social work

conference account

Account Number: 0899850206

Bank Name: GTBank

CHIEF HOST

Prof. Florence B. Obi

Vice Chancellor, University of Calabar

HOST

Prof. Grace R. Etuk

Head, Department of Social Work

CHAIRMAN OF EVENT

Distinguished Sen. Jarigbe Agom Jaribe

Senator Representing Northern Senatoral District Cross River State

KEY NOTE SPEAKER

Distinguished Sen. John Owan Enoh

Minister Of State For Industry, Federal Ministry Of Industry. Trade And Investment

LEAD PAPER PRESENTER

Dr. David Nkpe

Economic And Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) Abuja

GUEST SPEAKER

Mr. Ibifiri Alex-Dede Ekine

Port Manager Nigerian Port Authority, Calabar.

The Department of Social Work at the University of Calabar is proud to host its Second Annual conference on "Social Work Practice in Post Subsidy Removal Era in Nigeria: Towards a new trajectory of Socioeconomic development." Held on the vibrant campus of the University of Calabar, this conference will bring together scholars, practitioners, policymakers, and stakeholders to explore the pivotal role of social work in advancing national development across diverse thematic areas.

Theme: Social Work Practice in Post Subsidy Removal Era in Nigeria: Towards a new trajectory of Socioeconomic development

Thematic Areas Include:

I. Transformational social work practice in post subsidy era.

2. Oil subsidy removal and it's consequences on poverty reduction and unemployment.

3. Oil subsidy and intonational diplomacy and national development Humanitarian emergencies and palliative intervention in post subsidy era

5 Trade and investment, the nexus for rural development in post subsidy regime.

6 Child protection and regulations, and welfare in post subsidy era.

7. Health, mental well-being and psychosocial interventions.

8. Social policy and social security services and national development.

9. Family and community partnership, implication for national development.

10, Education and environment.

11. Food and nutritional services and safety.

12, Occupation and industrial services

13. Security, organized crime and conflict management and resolution.

14. Rural social work practice and extension services

15. Recreational and alternative social welfare intervention services.

16, Corruption, social inclusion and exclusion.

17, Structural adjustment and sustainable livelihood options,

18. ICT application in social work practices in post subsidy era.

19. Non-governmental organizations and public sector orientation in post oil subsidy era.

Join us for enlightening discussions, engaging workshops, and networking opportunities as we collectively explore innovative approaches to social work intervention and national development. Together, let's shape a brighter future for our communities and nation.