Challenges in social work

On June 13 , Johannes Meyer, project manager at the Saxon Retraining and Continuing Education Center (SUFW) in Dresden-Briesnitz, gave a lecture to students on the topic “Social Work / Social Management in the Context of Change and Funding Models.”

The starting point for his discussion was the changing operational framework in the field of adult (continuing and further) education, which has undergone significant structural changes in recent years. Following a period dominated by largely standardized programs, the concept of high-quality sustainability is now gaining greater traction. Mr. Meyer was able to draw on a wide range of experiences from the SUFW in this regard. Since his responsibilities also include designing new programs, he addressed the question of suitable funding sources in particular during the second part of his presentation. He explained the various advantages and disadvantages of funding through state or federal grant programs, foundations, or even European funding programs. In particular, he noted that the European Social Fund, provided there is a sound justification, offers many opportunities for individualized, long-term, and results-oriented social work.

This was followed by a brief but intensive discussion with the participants, during which the possibility of further collaboration was not ruled out.