From a small step to a milestone: A new journey for the journal (Editorial)

Abstract

In July 2016, we were invited to join the reception of International Social Work (ISW) at the World Conference on Social Work and Social Development in Seoul, Korea. In the past two decades, we have been contributing manuscripts, reviewing papers, and serving on the advisory committee and the editorial board. When we knew that ISW was looking for new editors, an idea came to both of our minds at the same time: Why not try? We have known each other for more than 15 years. We have had close collaboration on research and publications. We each bring a set of complimentary and contrasting skills and networks, not only limited to scholarship but also friendship and brotherhood across cultures. We come from different regions. Patrick comes from Australia and has close connections with social workers and scholars in English-speaking countries, Europe, Middle East and South Asia. Ming-sum comes from Hong Kong and has strong networks in Chinese societies, East Asia and North America. We are confident that our joint effort will make our ISW more international.