American Psychosocial Oncology Society (APOS)
"The mission of American Psychosocial Oncology Society (formerly know as American Society for Psychosocial and Behavioral Oncology/AIDS) is to promote the psychological, social, and physical well being of patients with cancer and their families at all stages of disease and survivorship through clinical care, education, research, and advocacy."
Association of Pediatric Oncology Social Workers
"The mission of APOSW is to advance practice, extend knowledge and influence pediatric oncology policies and programs in order to enhance the emotional and physical well being of children with cancer and their families."
Association of Oncology Social Work (AOSW)
"AOSW MISSION © 2001: The Association of Oncology Social Work (AOSW) is a non-profit, international organization dedicated to the enhancement of psychosocial services to people with cancer and their families. Created in 1984 by social workers interested in oncology and by existing national cancer organizations, AOSW is an expanding force of psychosocial oncology professionals."
Canadian Association of Social Workers
"As a federation of the 10 provincial and one territorial social work organizations, the Canadian Association of Social Workers (CASW) provides a national leadership role in strengthening and advancing the social work profession in Canada. CASW promotes social justice and well-being for all Canadian residents."
International Federation of Social Workers
"The International Federation of Social Workers (IFSW) is a global organisation striving for social justice, human rights and social development through the development of social work, best practices and international cooperation between social workers and their professional organisations."
- Psychosocial Aspects of Palliative Care. Jacobsen PB, Breitbart W; Cancer Control Journal 3(3) May/June 1996
