This paper starts with providing information on the International Federation of Social Workers and discussion on the significant contributions that the social work profession makes to economic and social development. The ethical approach applied by profession is then highlighted, demonstrating the importance of all people’s inclusion in decision-making processes that affect them and how this results in positive growth and sustainable outcomes. The paper concludes with a social work perspective on “shared futures,” the importance of developing socially just principles in the global economy and recommendations for civil society engagement in the implementation of the BRI.