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José María Moran, presents today’s open research session, entitled ‘Social Intervention Groups in Emergencies (GISE): the incorporation of Social Work into institutional emergency and catastrophe mechanisms’. The title is generic and presents the paper as a broad vision of what Social Intervention Groups in Emergencies are, where they operate and what service niche they provide to the institutions responsible for emergency management. The appropriateness of this topic is marked by the recent catastrophe that occurred

On 12, 13 and 14 November 2024, the launch meeting of the SACRED project ‘Sharing And Caring for at-Risk Elderly with Dementia or Disabilities’, in which the team of the Polibienestar Research Institute of the University of Valencia participates and which is funded by the Erasmus + programme, took place in Rotterdam (The Netherlands). The aim of SACRED is to create an e-learning platform for students and healthcare professionals focused on the care of elderly

The Institute of Social Welfare Policies (Polibienestar) of the University of Valencia (UV), which specialises in public policies that improve the welfare of society through applied research, has redefined its lines of research into three main areas. These are health, sustainability and governance and, thirdly, innovation and inclusive education. The centre – which has participated in more than 100 European projects – is a member of numerous international networks and specialist committees. Thus, in the

Since 1986, all Member States of the United Nations (UN) General Assembly have celebrated the International Week of Science and Peace during the week of 11 November. This initiative seeks to foster dialogue and collaboration between governments, non-governmental organisations, associations, political leaders, scientists, academics, researchers and citizens, with the aim of exploring how scientific, technological and academic progress and exchange can contribute significantly to peace, equity and sustainable development. During this week, activities, events and

Intellectual disabilities present challenges that require a holistic intervention, not only for the people affected, but also for those around them. European research projects focus on empowering these key actors, ensuring that inclusion is effective and lasting. By creating training tools, digital platforms and awareness-raising strategies, these projects promote an inclusive approach involving all sectors of society. Thus, the European project Mind Inclusion 3.0, launched in 2022 and funded by the Erasmus+ Programme, has focused