AICTS arises from the initiative of a group of university professors of social work and social sciences in Europe, Latin America and United States. Using global perspective and open to the society at large, its scientific activity is characterized by responsibility and commitment to the quality of life and well-being of the citizens.
AICTS studies developments in social work and social science areas like: children, youth, families, elderly, poverty, exclusion, and inequalities, to understand, intervene, and disseminate research findings and practices. For this reason the exchange of ideas and experiences among professionals by means of publications, projects and social networks are essential in a globalized society.