Policy Press
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Imprint of @brisunipress.bsky.social. Independent, not-for-profit social science publisher. Celebrating 25 years of publishing with a purpose.
https://policy.bristoluniversitypress.co.uk/linktree
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With real-world case studies and practical tools, this is an essential resource for #Practitioners across public, academic and #VoluntarySectors.
https://policy.bristoluniversitypress.co.uk/purposeful-evaluation
https://policy.bristoluniversitypress.co.uk/purposeful-evaluation
November 25, 2025 at 1:00 PM
With real-world case studies and practical tools, this is an essential resource for #Practitioners across public, academic and #VoluntarySectors.
https://policy.bristoluniversitypress.co.uk/purposeful-evaluation
https://policy.bristoluniversitypress.co.uk/purposeful-evaluation
Despite its huge public profile, surprisingly little is known about #ChildProtection work.
This book examines in detail how #SocialWorkers can use the time they do have to relate to children and families, make child protection work and create meaningful change.
https://ow.ly/Vwww50XiYB5
This book examines in detail how #SocialWorkers can use the time they do have to relate to children and families, make child protection work and create meaningful change.
https://ow.ly/Vwww50XiYB5
November 25, 2025 at 12:45 PM
Despite its huge public profile, surprisingly little is known about #ChildProtection work.
This book examines in detail how #SocialWorkers can use the time they do have to relate to children and families, make child protection work and create meaningful change.
https://ow.ly/Vwww50XiYB5
This book examines in detail how #SocialWorkers can use the time they do have to relate to children and families, make child protection work and create meaningful change.
https://ow.ly/Vwww50XiYB5
Our Spring/Summer 2026 catalogue is here! ✨
We are delighted to bring you our Spring/Summer 2026 catalogue, featuring all forthcoming Bristol University Press and Policy Press titles.
In addition, the 2026 Journals Catalogue is also available.
https://ow.ly/jlGZ50XpmGI
We are delighted to bring you our Spring/Summer 2026 catalogue, featuring all forthcoming Bristol University Press and Policy Press titles.
In addition, the 2026 Journals Catalogue is also available.
https://ow.ly/jlGZ50XpmGI
November 17, 2025 at 2:40 PM
Our Spring/Summer 2026 catalogue is here! ✨
We are delighted to bring you our Spring/Summer 2026 catalogue, featuring all forthcoming Bristol University Press and Policy Press titles.
In addition, the 2026 Journals Catalogue is also available.
https://ow.ly/jlGZ50XpmGI
We are delighted to bring you our Spring/Summer 2026 catalogue, featuring all forthcoming Bristol University Press and Policy Press titles.
In addition, the 2026 Journals Catalogue is also available.
https://ow.ly/jlGZ50XpmGI
It’s #UniversityPressWeek! 🎉
Enjoy 50% off every book from Bristol University Press all week long. #TeamUP
Use code BUP11 at checkout and find your next great read. 📖
👉 https://bristoluniversitypress.co.uk/bup-home
Enjoy 50% off every book from Bristol University Press all week long. #TeamUP
Use code BUP11 at checkout and find your next great read. 📖
👉 https://bristoluniversitypress.co.uk/bup-home
November 14, 2025 at 3:25 PM
It’s #UniversityPressWeek! 🎉
Enjoy 50% off every book from Bristol University Press all week long. #TeamUP
Use code BUP11 at checkout and find your next great read. 📖
👉 https://bristoluniversitypress.co.uk/bup-home
Enjoy 50% off every book from Bristol University Press all week long. #TeamUP
Use code BUP11 at checkout and find your next great read. 📖
👉 https://bristoluniversitypress.co.uk/bup-home
This #UniversityPressWeek, we're celebrating our authors! 🎉
Explore our Author Hub to learn more about the benefits of publishing with us and how to submit a proposal. #TeamUp
https://bristoluniversitypress.co.uk/author-hubWe're
Explore our Author Hub to learn more about the benefits of publishing with us and how to submit a proposal. #TeamUp
https://bristoluniversitypress.co.uk/author-hubWe're
November 13, 2025 at 1:30 PM
This #UniversityPressWeek, we're celebrating our authors! 🎉
Explore our Author Hub to learn more about the benefits of publishing with us and how to submit a proposal. #TeamUp
https://bristoluniversitypress.co.uk/author-hubWe're
Explore our Author Hub to learn more about the benefits of publishing with us and how to submit a proposal. #TeamUp
https://bristoluniversitypress.co.uk/author-hubWe're
To celebrate #UniversityPressWeek, we’re offering 50% off all books this week. 📚
Use code BUP11 at checkout and enjoy discovering something new. #TeamUP
https://bristoluniversitypress.co.uk/bup-home
Use code BUP11 at checkout and enjoy discovering something new. #TeamUP
https://bristoluniversitypress.co.uk/bup-home
November 12, 2025 at 3:25 PM
To celebrate #UniversityPressWeek, we’re offering 50% off all books this week. 📚
Use code BUP11 at checkout and enjoy discovering something new. #TeamUP
https://bristoluniversitypress.co.uk/bup-home
Use code BUP11 at checkout and enjoy discovering something new. #TeamUP
https://bristoluniversitypress.co.uk/bup-home
🌟Launch of Reckoning: Creating Positive Change Through Radical Empathy.
Join @TerriGivens as she discusses creating a positive environment using the #RadicalEmpathy approach.
#AntiRacist #BLM #Racism
📍New Beacon Books, Tues, Nov 11, 7 - 9 pm: https://ow.ly/MoEf50X9KuY
Join @TerriGivens as she discusses creating a positive environment using the #RadicalEmpathy approach.
#AntiRacist #BLM #Racism
📍New Beacon Books, Tues, Nov 11, 7 - 9 pm: https://ow.ly/MoEf50X9KuY
November 6, 2025 at 2:45 PM
🌟Launch of Reckoning: Creating Positive Change Through Radical Empathy.
Join @TerriGivens as she discusses creating a positive environment using the #RadicalEmpathy approach.
#AntiRacist #BLM #Racism
📍New Beacon Books, Tues, Nov 11, 7 - 9 pm: https://ow.ly/MoEf50X9KuY
Join @TerriGivens as she discusses creating a positive environment using the #RadicalEmpathy approach.
#AntiRacist #BLM #Racism
📍New Beacon Books, Tues, Nov 11, 7 - 9 pm: https://ow.ly/MoEf50X9KuY
RECKONING proves real change *is* possible, bursting with inspiring #EDI success stories from prisons, boardrooms and college campuses. - Ginny Mills, Senior Commissioning Editor
🌟Join Terri to discuss #RadicalEmpathy. (New Beacon Books, Nov 11, 7 pm.)
https://ow.ly/Hycq50XmpZy
🌟Join Terri to discuss #RadicalEmpathy. (New Beacon Books, Nov 11, 7 pm.)
https://ow.ly/Hycq50XmpZy
November 5, 2025 at 1:40 PM
RECKONING proves real change *is* possible, bursting with inspiring #EDI success stories from prisons, boardrooms and college campuses. - Ginny Mills, Senior Commissioning Editor
🌟Join Terri to discuss #RadicalEmpathy. (New Beacon Books, Nov 11, 7 pm.)
https://ow.ly/Hycq50XmpZy
🌟Join Terri to discuss #RadicalEmpathy. (New Beacon Books, Nov 11, 7 pm.)
https://ow.ly/Hycq50XmpZy
We're thrilled to share a few photos from the launch of 'Liberation and Corruption' by Peter Hain at King’s College London. 📚
The evening was filled with insightful discussion on freedom movements, liberation struggles and more.
Watch the full recording here: https://ow.ly/5wLl50XkwER
The evening was filled with insightful discussion on freedom movements, liberation struggles and more.
Watch the full recording here: https://ow.ly/5wLl50XkwER
October 31, 2025 at 3:25 PM
We're thrilled to share a few photos from the launch of 'Liberation and Corruption' by Peter Hain at King’s College London. 📚
The evening was filled with insightful discussion on freedom movements, liberation struggles and more.
Watch the full recording here: https://ow.ly/5wLl50XkwER
The evening was filled with insightful discussion on freedom movements, liberation struggles and more.
Watch the full recording here: https://ow.ly/5wLl50XkwER
We’re delighted to share a photo from last night’s launch of Peter Hain’s new book, 'Liberation and Corruption'. ✨
The evening sparked thoughtful debate and engaging questions that delved deep into the book's timely themes. 💬
Find out more: https://ow.ly/n2Zv50XiWyi
The evening sparked thoughtful debate and engaging questions that delved deep into the book's timely themes. 💬
Find out more: https://ow.ly/n2Zv50XiWyi
October 28, 2025 at 11:50 AM
We’re delighted to share a photo from last night’s launch of Peter Hain’s new book, 'Liberation and Corruption'. ✨
The evening sparked thoughtful debate and engaging questions that delved deep into the book's timely themes. 💬
Find out more: https://ow.ly/n2Zv50XiWyi
The evening sparked thoughtful debate and engaging questions that delved deep into the book's timely themes. 💬
Find out more: https://ow.ly/n2Zv50XiWyi
📚 Edinburgh’s Radical Book Fair returns to Assembly Roxy (5–9 Nov 2025)!
Join Cécile Simmons (CTRL HATE DELETE) and Keio Yoshida (Pride and Prejudices) for a powerful conversation on #Feminism, #QueerIdentities, and #PolicingWomen.
https://ow.ly/8kYN50XbnK5
Join Cécile Simmons (CTRL HATE DELETE) and Keio Yoshida (Pride and Prejudices) for a powerful conversation on #Feminism, #QueerIdentities, and #PolicingWomen.
https://ow.ly/8kYN50XbnK5
October 21, 2025 at 1:55 PM
📚 Edinburgh’s Radical Book Fair returns to Assembly Roxy (5–9 Nov 2025)!
Join Cécile Simmons (CTRL HATE DELETE) and Keio Yoshida (Pride and Prejudices) for a powerful conversation on #Feminism, #QueerIdentities, and #PolicingWomen.
https://ow.ly/8kYN50XbnK5
Join Cécile Simmons (CTRL HATE DELETE) and Keio Yoshida (Pride and Prejudices) for a powerful conversation on #Feminism, #QueerIdentities, and #PolicingWomen.
https://ow.ly/8kYN50XbnK5
🌟Launch of Reckoning: Creating Positive Change Through Radical Empathy.
Join Terri Givens as she discusses creating a positive environment using the #RadicalEmpathy approach.
#AntiRacist #BLM #Racism
📍New Beacon Books, Tues, Nov 11, 7 - 9 pm: https://ow.ly/Vi0R50X9Kjw
Join Terri Givens as she discusses creating a positive environment using the #RadicalEmpathy approach.
#AntiRacist #BLM #Racism
📍New Beacon Books, Tues, Nov 11, 7 - 9 pm: https://ow.ly/Vi0R50X9Kjw
October 20, 2025 at 10:57 AM
🌟Launch of Reckoning: Creating Positive Change Through Radical Empathy.
Join Terri Givens as she discusses creating a positive environment using the #RadicalEmpathy approach.
#AntiRacist #BLM #Racism
📍New Beacon Books, Tues, Nov 11, 7 - 9 pm: https://ow.ly/Vi0R50X9Kjw
Join Terri Givens as she discusses creating a positive environment using the #RadicalEmpathy approach.
#AntiRacist #BLM #Racism
📍New Beacon Books, Tues, Nov 11, 7 - 9 pm: https://ow.ly/Vi0R50X9Kjw
Today is the #InternationalDayForTheEradicationOfPoverty.
Eradicating #Poverty has always been at the heart of our publishing, with the view to making research in this area as accessible as possible to maximise its impact.
Browse our titles on poverty: buff.ly/oJaKrD3
Eradicating #Poverty has always been at the heart of our publishing, with the view to making research in this area as accessible as possible to maximise its impact.
Browse our titles on poverty: buff.ly/oJaKrD3
October 17, 2025 at 5:14 PM
Today is the #InternationalDayForTheEradicationOfPoverty.
Eradicating #Poverty has always been at the heart of our publishing, with the view to making research in this area as accessible as possible to maximise its impact.
Browse our titles on poverty: buff.ly/oJaKrD3
Eradicating #Poverty has always been at the heart of our publishing, with the view to making research in this area as accessible as possible to maximise its impact.
Browse our titles on poverty: buff.ly/oJaKrD3
"This thoroughly researched book is essential reading for all those concerned with understanding who needs care and - most importantly - who provides this care." Marian Baird, The University of Sydney
Publishing #OpenAcess: buff.ly/CHg8WN4
Publishing #OpenAcess: buff.ly/CHg8WN4
October 8, 2025 at 3:31 PM
"This thoroughly researched book is essential reading for all those concerned with understanding who needs care and - most importantly - who provides this care." Marian Baird, The University of Sydney
Publishing #OpenAcess: buff.ly/CHg8WN4
Publishing #OpenAcess: buff.ly/CHg8WN4
Delighted to share that Tamsin Bradley, Kirsten Campbell, Maddy Coy, and Aisha K. Gill have been appointed as the new Co-Editors of the Journal of Gender-Based Violence. Find out more: https://policy.bristoluniversitypress.co.uk/journals/journal-of-gender-based-violence/new-editorial-team
October 1, 2025 at 11:15 AM
Delighted to share that Tamsin Bradley, Kirsten Campbell, Maddy Coy, and Aisha K. Gill have been appointed as the new Co-Editors of the Journal of Gender-Based Violence. Find out more: https://policy.bristoluniversitypress.co.uk/journals/journal-of-gender-based-violence/new-editorial-team
The paperback of 'Lessons in Diplomacy' by Leigh Turner is here! 📖 🎉
From #Royal encounters to #Political upheaval, readers on social media are talking about Turner’s witty and revealing take on the world of #Diplomacy. 💬
Find the paperback here: buff.ly/I4QgNcS
From #Royal encounters to #Political upheaval, readers on social media are talking about Turner’s witty and revealing take on the world of #Diplomacy. 💬
Find the paperback here: buff.ly/I4QgNcS
September 30, 2025 at 4:19 PM
The paperback of 'Lessons in Diplomacy' by Leigh Turner is here! 📖 🎉
From #Royal encounters to #Political upheaval, readers on social media are talking about Turner’s witty and revealing take on the world of #Diplomacy. 💬
Find the paperback here: buff.ly/I4QgNcS
From #Royal encounters to #Political upheaval, readers on social media are talking about Turner’s witty and revealing take on the world of #Diplomacy. 💬
Find the paperback here: buff.ly/I4QgNcS
As the backlash against #DEI grows, fairness and dignity are being reframed as divisive – rather than just smart business. So how did we get here, and what can we do about it?
@suzylevy.bsky.social
📕Find 'Mind The Inclusion Gap' here: buff.ly/DyIaPiI
@suzylevy.bsky.social
📕Find 'Mind The Inclusion Gap' here: buff.ly/DyIaPiI
September 30, 2025 at 12:28 PM
As the backlash against #DEI grows, fairness and dignity are being reframed as divisive – rather than just smart business. So how did we get here, and what can we do about it?
@suzylevy.bsky.social
📕Find 'Mind The Inclusion Gap' here: buff.ly/DyIaPiI
@suzylevy.bsky.social
📕Find 'Mind The Inclusion Gap' here: buff.ly/DyIaPiI
Helen Kara is in Cape Town to give the keynote speech at #CREATE2025!
Browse many of Helen Kara's excellent books, published by Policy Press.
Helen Kara: https://ow.ly/GHfT50X3xkG
Browse many of Helen Kara's excellent books, published by Policy Press.
Helen Kara: https://ow.ly/GHfT50X3xkG
September 29, 2025 at 12:05 PM
Helen Kara is in Cape Town to give the keynote speech at #CREATE2025!
Browse many of Helen Kara's excellent books, published by Policy Press.
Helen Kara: https://ow.ly/GHfT50X3xkG
Browse many of Helen Kara's excellent books, published by Policy Press.
Helen Kara: https://ow.ly/GHfT50X3xkG
To celebrate the paperback release of 'Lessons in Diplomacy' by Leigh Turner, we’ve gathered highlights from Amazon reviews to share what our readers are saying about the book.🌟
#Diplomacy #GlobalRelations #InternationalAffairs
Order the paperback: buff.ly/I4QgNcS
#Diplomacy #GlobalRelations #InternationalAffairs
Order the paperback: buff.ly/I4QgNcS
September 23, 2025 at 4:10 PM
To celebrate the paperback release of 'Lessons in Diplomacy' by Leigh Turner, we’ve gathered highlights from Amazon reviews to share what our readers are saying about the book.🌟
#Diplomacy #GlobalRelations #InternationalAffairs
Order the paperback: buff.ly/I4QgNcS
#Diplomacy #GlobalRelations #InternationalAffairs
Order the paperback: buff.ly/I4QgNcS
🚨WEBINAR: How to Turn the Tide on the Racial Backlash Against #EDI.
Amid rising culture wars, equity, diversity, and inclusion face pushback.
Join us to explore ways to counter resistance and keep inclusion moving forward.
➡️Thurs, 25 Sep, 4:00 pm: buff.ly/GBeVp1s
Amid rising culture wars, equity, diversity, and inclusion face pushback.
Join us to explore ways to counter resistance and keep inclusion moving forward.
➡️Thurs, 25 Sep, 4:00 pm: buff.ly/GBeVp1s
September 22, 2025 at 4:18 PM
🚨WEBINAR: How to Turn the Tide on the Racial Backlash Against #EDI.
Amid rising culture wars, equity, diversity, and inclusion face pushback.
Join us to explore ways to counter resistance and keep inclusion moving forward.
➡️Thurs, 25 Sep, 4:00 pm: buff.ly/GBeVp1s
Amid rising culture wars, equity, diversity, and inclusion face pushback.
Join us to explore ways to counter resistance and keep inclusion moving forward.
➡️Thurs, 25 Sep, 4:00 pm: buff.ly/GBeVp1s
Explore our #CreativeResearchMethods Hub! ✏️
Come with us as we break down creative research methods into easy-to-understand concepts that you can apply in your own work.
Find out more: buff.ly/P5dyvGH
Come with us as we break down creative research methods into easy-to-understand concepts that you can apply in your own work.
Find out more: buff.ly/P5dyvGH
September 19, 2025 at 2:15 PM
Explore our #CreativeResearchMethods Hub! ✏️
Come with us as we break down creative research methods into easy-to-understand concepts that you can apply in your own work.
Find out more: buff.ly/P5dyvGH
Come with us as we break down creative research methods into easy-to-understand concepts that you can apply in your own work.
Find out more: buff.ly/P5dyvGH
The paperback of 'Lessons in Diplomacy' by Leigh Turner is here! 📖 🎉
From #Royal encounters to #Political upheaval, readers on social media are talking about Turner’s witty and revealing take on the world of #Diplomacy. 💬
Find the paperback here: buff.ly/I4QgNcS
From #Royal encounters to #Political upheaval, readers on social media are talking about Turner’s witty and revealing take on the world of #Diplomacy. 💬
Find the paperback here: buff.ly/I4QgNcS
September 17, 2025 at 1:31 PM
The paperback of 'Lessons in Diplomacy' by Leigh Turner is here! 📖 🎉
From #Royal encounters to #Political upheaval, readers on social media are talking about Turner’s witty and revealing take on the world of #Diplomacy. 💬
Find the paperback here: buff.ly/I4QgNcS
From #Royal encounters to #Political upheaval, readers on social media are talking about Turner’s witty and revealing take on the world of #Diplomacy. 💬
Find the paperback here: buff.ly/I4QgNcS
Thank you, Ulster Uni, for an amazing UK-Ireland Planning Research Conference!
The conference ends today, but you can stay in touch by signing up to our #Planning newsletter: buff.ly/pCQyIv6
The conference ends today, but you can stay in touch by signing up to our #Planning newsletter: buff.ly/pCQyIv6
September 12, 2025 at 2:30 PM
Thank you, Ulster Uni, for an amazing UK-Ireland Planning Research Conference!
The conference ends today, but you can stay in touch by signing up to our #Planning newsletter: buff.ly/pCQyIv6
The conference ends today, but you can stay in touch by signing up to our #Planning newsletter: buff.ly/pCQyIv6
A big congratulations to the editors of 'The Future for Planners' on winning the Royal Town Planning Institute Patsy Healey award! 🌟🎉 @rtpiplanners.bsky.social
🔶Find out more about the award: buff.ly/E981TeS
🔶Find the book: buff.ly/dFCv38J
🔶Find out more about the award: buff.ly/E981TeS
🔶Find the book: buff.ly/dFCv38J
September 12, 2025 at 9:00 AM
A big congratulations to the editors of 'The Future for Planners' on winning the Royal Town Planning Institute Patsy Healey award! 🌟🎉 @rtpiplanners.bsky.social
🔶Find out more about the award: buff.ly/E981TeS
🔶Find the book: buff.ly/dFCv38J
🔶Find out more about the award: buff.ly/E981TeS
🔶Find the book: buff.ly/dFCv38J
“This is a much-needed practice-facing book drawing on a four-country collaboration for #SocialWork professionals to reflect on and develop their participatory practice with young children.” Debbie Watson, University of Bristol
Publishing #OpenAccess:
Publishing #OpenAccess:
September 11, 2025 at 1:55 PM
“This is a much-needed practice-facing book drawing on a four-country collaboration for #SocialWork professionals to reflect on and develop their participatory practice with young children.” Debbie Watson, University of Bristol
Publishing #OpenAccess:
Publishing #OpenAccess: