ADARAM 2026 – Kerala State-Level Honouring Programme for Social Work Teachers

As part of India Social Work Month 2026, the Kerala Association of Professional Social Workers (KAPS), in association with INPSWA, IASSW AIETS and IFSW, proudly presents ADARAM 2026 — a special programme dedicated to honouring the teachers who nurture, guide and inspire generations of social work professionals.

Celebrating the Mentors Who Shape Compassionate Professionals and a Just Society

Social Work Teachers play a vital role in shaping the knowledge, values, skills and professional commitment of future social workers. ADARAM 2026 is an expression of gratitude and recognition for their invaluable contribution to Social Work Education and to the development of a just, inclusive and compassionate society.

Chief Guest

Sri. Thiruvanchoor Radhakrishnan
Hon’ble Speaker, Kerala Legislative Assembly

Resource Person

Dr. Jobi Babu
Assistant Professor, School of Social Work & Research Director
Marian College Kuttikkanam Autonomous

Special Session

“Beyond Syllabus to Sustainable Impact: Competency-Driven Social Work Training Aligned with NEP 2020, FYUGP, One-Year PG Regulations and NCAHP Framework”

The session will explore the changing landscape of Social Work Education and the need to move beyond conventional syllabus-based learning towards competency-driven, practice-oriented and sustainable professional preparation.

Programme Schedule

10:30 AM – 12:00 PM
ADARAM 2026 – Honouring Programme

12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Academic Session by Dr. Jobi Babu

1:00 PM onwards
Lunch & Closing

Date & Venue

5 September 2026, Saturday
Chaithanya Pastoral Centre
Near Carithas, Kottayam, Kerala

Participants

Social Work Teachers from Higher Secondary Schools, Colleges and Universities across Kerala.

Organised by

Kerala Association of Professional Social Workers (KAPS)

In association with:
INPSWA

Theme

“Empowering Teachers, Stronger Communities, Sustainable Future”

ADARAM 2026 is not merely an honouring ceremony; it is a celebration of the people behind the profession — the teachers who inspire knowledge, compassion, professional excellence and social responsibility.

Let us come together to honour our mentors and celebrate their enduring contribution to Social Work and society.