Academy of Social Sciences
@acadsocsciences.bsky.social
We are the UK's national academy of academics, learned societies & practitioners in social science & the founder of the Campaign for Social Science. We exist to promote social sciences in the UK for public benefit: www.acss.org.uk
Have you read our report, in partnership with 8 Midlands-based universities demonstrating the innovative, collaborative and multi-disciplinary ways in which the social sciences are working to bring substantial regional impacts at scale in the Midlands? Read here➡️ acss.org.uk/publications...
November 27, 2025 at 3:30 PM
Have you read our report, in partnership with 8 Midlands-based universities demonstrating the innovative, collaborative and multi-disciplinary ways in which the social sciences are working to bring substantial regional impacts at scale in the Midlands? Read here➡️ acss.org.uk/publications...
“If we want to build a fairer, more inclusive society, we need to understand it first. That’s the power of social science.” Watch Julia Gillard discuss the vital role of social science in a divided world in our 2025 Campaign for Social Science Annual Sage Lecture. 📽️➡️ acss.org.uk/news/watch-t...
November 27, 2025 at 2:54 PM
“If we want to build a fairer, more inclusive society, we need to understand it first. That’s the power of social science.” Watch Julia Gillard discuss the vital role of social science in a divided world in our 2025 Campaign for Social Science Annual Sage Lecture. 📽️➡️ acss.org.uk/news/watch-t...
Social scientists📣 ESRC has funding available for the ADR UK Research Fellowships 2025, which invites applicants to propose research projects that demonstrate the policy-impact potential of ADR England flagship datasets. ⏰Closes 26 Feb 2026. Find out more➡️
ADR UK Research Fellowships 2025 (RF2025)
Apply for Administrative Data Research UK (ADR UK) research fellowship funding, to use ADR England flagship data for research. Fellowships can be up to 18 months in duration and cost a maximum of…
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November 27, 2025 at 12:22 PM
Social scientists📣 ESRC has funding available for the ADR UK Research Fellowships 2025, which invites applicants to propose research projects that demonstrate the policy-impact potential of ADR England flagship datasets. ⏰Closes 26 Feb 2026. Find out more➡️
Social science is fundamental to understanding & building a stronger economy. E.g. as part of the Decision Maker Panel social scientists conduct a monthly survey with business executives which helps to inform policy decisions made by the UK Government & Bank of England.➡️ acss.org.uk/publications...
November 26, 2025 at 4:57 PM
Social science is fundamental to understanding & building a stronger economy. E.g. as part of the Decision Maker Panel social scientists conduct a monthly survey with business executives which helps to inform policy decisions made by the UK Government & Bank of England.➡️ acss.org.uk/publications...
And so season 9 of the We Society podcast🎙️has come to a close. Which episode was your favourite & who would you like to be a guest in the future? We’d love to hear from you! Don't forget to catch up on any episodes you might have missed👂⬇️
The We Society
Beyond the politics, beyond our geography are the intangible connections that hold us together – The We Society. The We Society podcast is here to tell you about the thousands of ways the Social…
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November 26, 2025 at 12:22 PM
And so season 9 of the We Society podcast🎙️has come to a close. Which episode was your favourite & who would you like to be a guest in the future? We’d love to hear from you! Don't forget to catch up on any episodes you might have missed👂⬇️
Are you interested in the essential role the social sciences play in our contemporary human world? Watch the recording of our webinar where Prof Linda Bauld, @michaelldavis.bsky.social, @gavin-kelly.bsky.social, @profrosiemc.bsky.social & Will Hutton discuss just that. acss.org.uk/news/watch-t...
November 26, 2025 at 10:01 AM
Are you interested in the essential role the social sciences play in our contemporary human world? Watch the recording of our webinar where Prof Linda Bauld, @michaelldavis.bsky.social, @gavin-kelly.bsky.social, @profrosiemc.bsky.social & Will Hutton discuss just that. acss.org.uk/news/watch-t...
⭐New blog⭐ In this piece for our climate & sustainability hub, Dr Meng Tian, @unibirmingham.bsky.social, highlights the central role of sustainability education in addressing the climate emergency. Read now➡️ acss.org.uk/global-citiz...
November 25, 2025 at 2:54 PM
⭐New blog⭐ In this piece for our climate & sustainability hub, Dr Meng Tian, @unibirmingham.bsky.social, highlights the central role of sustainability education in addressing the climate emergency. Read now➡️ acss.org.uk/global-citiz...
Social scientists have skills and knowledge that are in demand across a range of sectors leading to a variety of interesting & rewarding careers. Explore our interviews with social scientists to see where a career in social science could take you➡️https://acss.org.uk/category/im-a-social-scientist/
November 25, 2025 at 12:22 PM
Social scientists have skills and knowledge that are in demand across a range of sectors leading to a variety of interesting & rewarding careers. Explore our interviews with social scientists to see where a career in social science could take you➡️https://acss.org.uk/category/im-a-social-scientist/
“Economic power is something that China really does want to exercise globally.” In the final episode of season 9 of the We Society podcast, Prof Rana Mitter, @belfercenter.bsky.social, joins Will Hutton to discuss modern China, its global role, & US-China relations.➡️ podfollow.com/the-we-socie...
November 25, 2025 at 10:01 AM
“Economic power is something that China really does want to exercise globally.” In the final episode of season 9 of the We Society podcast, Prof Rana Mitter, @belfercenter.bsky.social, joins Will Hutton to discuss modern China, its global role, & US-China relations.➡️ podfollow.com/the-we-socie...
Are you looking for advice on encouraging & facilitating EDI in your organisation? Our short report showcases the impacts from our joint EDI Project, including how it has helped support our member societies progress their inclusivity ambitions. Find out more➡️
Progressing inclusivity in the social sciences – Academy of Social Sciences
November 2025
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November 24, 2025 at 4:01 PM
Are you looking for advice on encouraging & facilitating EDI in your organisation? Our short report showcases the impacts from our joint EDI Project, including how it has helped support our member societies progress their inclusivity ambitions. Find out more➡️
Social scientists📣 The call for abstracts & workshops [email protected] 2026 Behaviour Change Conference for Health and Sustainability is open! ⏰The deadline for submissions is 15 December 2025. Find out more➡️
Behaviour Change Conference 2026
Our annual conferences bring together industry, academia, government and NGOs to discuss cutting-edge developments in the science and application of behaviour change to a range global challenges.
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November 21, 2025 at 12:22 PM
Social scientists📣 The call for abstracts & workshops [email protected] 2026 Behaviour Change Conference for Health and Sustainability is open! ⏰The deadline for submissions is 15 December 2025. Find out more➡️
⭐New guest feature⭐Prof Feng Li, @bayesbschool.bsky.social, outlines some of the challenges & opportunities for the UK Government in relation to the AI & digital transformation, & the vital role social science must play in supporting effective policy in this area.➡️ acss.org.uk/britains-los...
November 20, 2025 at 3:55 PM
⭐New guest feature⭐Prof Feng Li, @bayesbschool.bsky.social, outlines some of the challenges & opportunities for the UK Government in relation to the AI & digital transformation, & the vital role social science must play in supporting effective policy in this area.➡️ acss.org.uk/britains-los...
We’re excited to welcome Julia Gillard as our Campaign for Social Science Annual Sage Lecture speaker this evening, who will discuss the vital role of social science in a divided world. Plus @yuanfenyang.bsky.social & @stianwestlake.bsky.social will be sharing their reflections. Are you joining us?
November 20, 2025 at 12:22 PM
We’re excited to welcome Julia Gillard as our Campaign for Social Science Annual Sage Lecture speaker this evening, who will discuss the vital role of social science in a divided world. Plus @yuanfenyang.bsky.social & @stianwestlake.bsky.social will be sharing their reflections. Are you joining us?
Are you interested in studying social science at university next year but are unsure where a career might lead? Explore our careers hub to find out more about where a career in social science could take you➡️
Why study social science? – Academy of Social Sciences
Are you fascinated by people, communities and society? Do you want to help solve some of the greatest challenges facing our world today? Then studying the social sciences may well be for you.
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November 20, 2025 at 11:01 AM
Are you interested in studying social science at university next year but are unsure where a career might lead? Explore our careers hub to find out more about where a career in social science could take you➡️
There's only a little over 2 weeks until our webinar in partnership with @ukevaluation.bsky.social & @thesra.bsky.social where Jonathan Hall will explore the impact of AI in the financial sector, but there’s still time to register.
📅 5 Dec
⏰ 11am-12.30pm
💻 Online
➡️ acss.civiplus.net/civicrm/even...
📅 5 Dec
⏰ 11am-12.30pm
💻 Online
➡️ acss.civiplus.net/civicrm/even...
November 19, 2025 at 3:22 PM
There's only a little over 2 weeks until our webinar in partnership with @ukevaluation.bsky.social & @thesra.bsky.social where Jonathan Hall will explore the impact of AI in the financial sector, but there’s still time to register.
📅 5 Dec
⏰ 11am-12.30pm
💻 Online
➡️ acss.civiplus.net/civicrm/even...
📅 5 Dec
⏰ 11am-12.30pm
💻 Online
➡️ acss.civiplus.net/civicrm/even...
In the final episode of season 9 of the We Society podcast🎙️Will Hutton is joined by Prof Rana Mitter, @belfercenter.bsky.social @harvardkennedy.bsky.social, to discuss modern China and its global role, including the future of US-China relations. Listen now 👂➡️ podfollow.com/the-we-socie...
November 19, 2025 at 12:22 PM
In the final episode of season 9 of the We Society podcast🎙️Will Hutton is joined by Prof Rana Mitter, @belfercenter.bsky.social @harvardkennedy.bsky.social, to discuss modern China and its global role, including the future of US-China relations. Listen now 👂➡️ podfollow.com/the-we-socie...
Social science research can define & diagnose the major challenges facing society, identify the policy levers to address them & help inform interventions to implement change. E.g. @bibresearch.bsky.social has led to a clean air zone to help improve residents’ health. acss.org.uk/publications...
November 18, 2025 at 2:55 PM
Social science research can define & diagnose the major challenges facing society, identify the policy levers to address them & help inform interventions to implement change. E.g. @bibresearch.bsky.social has led to a clean air zone to help improve residents’ health. acss.org.uk/publications...
To mark the launch of Why the Social Sciences Matter - More Than Ever, by AcSS Fellows Prof Jonathan Michie & @profcarycooper.bsky.social, @kelloggoxford.bsky.social is hosting an event on 26 Nov to discuss how social science shapes human progress & policymaking.
Why the Social Sciences Matter - more than ever - Kellogg College
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November 18, 2025 at 12:22 PM
To mark the launch of Why the Social Sciences Matter - More Than Ever, by AcSS Fellows Prof Jonathan Michie & @profcarycooper.bsky.social, @kelloggoxford.bsky.social is hosting an event on 26 Nov to discuss how social science shapes human progress & policymaking.
Did you miss our webinar launching our new report last week? Watch the recording to hear Prof Linda Bauld, @michaelldavis.bsky.social, @gavin-kelly.bsky.social, @profrosiemc.bsky.social & Will Hutton discuss the contemporary relevance of the social sciences. acss.org.uk/news/watch-t...
November 17, 2025 at 3:26 PM
Did you miss our webinar launching our new report last week? Watch the recording to hear Prof Linda Bauld, @michaelldavis.bsky.social, @gavin-kelly.bsky.social, @profrosiemc.bsky.social & Will Hutton discuss the contemporary relevance of the social sciences. acss.org.uk/news/watch-t...
“The first few years of a child’s life are absolutely foundational.” In the latest ep of the We Society @eleanorire.bsky.social joins Will Hutton to discuss how we can improve children’s education, health & employment prospects by getting it right in the early years. podfollow.com/the-we-socie...
November 17, 2025 at 11:01 AM
“The first few years of a child’s life are absolutely foundational.” In the latest ep of the We Society @eleanorire.bsky.social joins Will Hutton to discuss how we can improve children’s education, health & employment prospects by getting it right in the early years. podfollow.com/the-we-socie...
We’re looking forward to welcoming Julia Gillard next week to deliver our Campaign for Social Science Annual Sage Lecture & discuss the vital role of social science in a divided world. Tickets have sold out but you can join the waiting list here➡️ acss.civiplus.net/civicrm/even...
November 14, 2025 at 2:54 PM
We’re looking forward to welcoming Julia Gillard next week to deliver our Campaign for Social Science Annual Sage Lecture & discuss the vital role of social science in a divided world. Tickets have sold out but you can join the waiting list here➡️ acss.civiplus.net/civicrm/even...
Social scientists📣 The call for sessions & strands for the @bspsuk.bsky.social 2026 Annual Conference is now open! The conference will take place between 8-10 Sep 2026 at University of Kent.⏰The deadline for submissions is 16 January 2026. Find out more➡️
Annual Conference
The British Society for Population Studies holds an annual conference in a different venue each September.
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November 14, 2025 at 12:22 PM
Social scientists📣 The call for sessions & strands for the @bspsuk.bsky.social 2026 Annual Conference is now open! The conference will take place between 8-10 Sep 2026 at University of Kent.⏰The deadline for submissions is 16 January 2026. Find out more➡️
Social scientists📣 Are you interested in creating more inclusive workplaces for academics? This webinar on 24 November is launching guidance on creating more inclusive workplaces for academics with energy limiting conditions. Find out more➡️
Creating Inclusive Workplaces for Academics with Energy Limiting Conditions
Join us as we launch guidance on systemic changes and individual adjustments to create more inclusive workplaces for academics with ELC
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November 13, 2025 at 2:54 PM
Social scientists📣 Are you interested in creating more inclusive workplaces for academics? This webinar on 24 November is launching guidance on creating more inclusive workplaces for academics with energy limiting conditions. Find out more➡️
This is understanding people, society, economies & places. This is supporting economic growth, facilitating innovation & providing opportunities for all. This is tackling societal challenges to create a better shared future. This is social science. Find out more➡️ acss.org.uk/publications...
November 13, 2025 at 12:23 PM
This is understanding people, society, economies & places. This is supporting economic growth, facilitating innovation & providing opportunities for all. This is tackling societal challenges to create a better shared future. This is social science. Find out more➡️ acss.org.uk/publications...
Our new report📖 sets out 2 over-arching conditions which would support the social science sector to harness its full potential. Read more in our report which highlights why the social sciences matter to people’s lives in the UK➡️ acss.org.uk/news/new-aca...
November 12, 2025 at 2:54 PM
Our new report📖 sets out 2 over-arching conditions which would support the social science sector to harness its full potential. Read more in our report which highlights why the social sciences matter to people’s lives in the UK➡️ acss.org.uk/news/new-aca...