<p>The contextualization of social work education and practice, as reflected in the debate on the indigenization–internationalization of social work, has been and continues to be felt by the social work community, particularly in the global south. This paper discusses the experiences of State Islamic University (UIN) Sunan Kalijaga in Indonesia regarding the creation of an Islamic-based social work education program. This study employed a qualitative approach and data were drawn from semi-structured interviews and desk review, then looked for common themes in the data to understand how Islamic values are included in social work education. This study found that the Islamic approach is implemented in numerous elements of education, including curriculum, practice, and networking, and is based on the epistemological principle of integration and interconnection to bridge between so-called Islamic and secular knowledge. In terms of curriculum, in addition to including the Islamic subject, all courses employ an integrative approach characterized by the integration of social work practice and the Islamic approach. As a result, the course addresses not just socioeconomic problems, but also unique Islamic issues such as radicalism and fundamentalism. In terms of the practical aspects of learning and teaching, the Islamic approach is expressed by including religious-based intervention as a practical skill that students develop. The university also encourage students to involve Islamic authorities in their efforts to intervene, advocate for, and raise awareness about various social issues. As a result, the social work program forms close partnerships and networks with a wide range of Muslim organizations and Islamic education institutions, such as the Islamic Boarding School and religious organization, to develop and deliver services.</p>