Support is gathering for the nomination of Polish social worker
Irena
Sedler for the Nobel peace
prize.
Sendler, 97, has become internationally renowned for her work
helping Jewish people during the Holocaust.
David N Jones, president of the International Federation of Social
Workers, this week wrote to the Nobel prize jury in Oslo in support
of Sendler’s nomination.
“The historical record is clear that her personal dedication,
commitment and willingness to take risks resulted in her saving
thousands of lives in Poland. She suffered for her bravery but
continued to provide care and support in her role as a social
worker,” he said.
“Social work practice is always challenging and can be dangerous.
In many situations the safety of social workers is at risk and
there have been recent examples of social workers suffering serious
injury and death. Irena Sendler also experienced these
challenges.”
Last year, Sendler was given the specially created title of most
distinguished social worker at the federation’s 50th anniversary
world social work conference held in Munich.
