International Profile on Applied Sociologists
Written by Zuleyka Zevallos Wednesday, 03 March 2010 12:28
We are currently compiling a profile of the different work conducted by applied sociologists around the world. If you would like to fill out a brief questionnaire about your work history and your views on the state of applied sociology in your country, please This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . Your answers and profile will be published in the upcoming first editon our online publication, Working Notes.Working Notes Publication Deadline Extended to 1st of March
Written by Zuleyka Zevallos Saturday, 06 February 2010 03:37
The submissions date for the first edition of our online publication, Working Notes, has been extended to the 1st of March. We encourage you to submit any short research papers or reflections on your work and activities. This is a chance to show the world what applied sociologists do for different segments of society, whether it be community groups, businesses, government and other organisations. For guidelines, please see: http://sociologyatwork.org/2009111334/blog/instructions-for-contributors.htmlCourses in Applied Research Methods - UK
Written by Zuleyka Zevallos Tuesday, 02 February 2010 20:43
NatCen Learning offers a range of opportunities for new and experienced researchers to gain new skills and develop fresh perspectives on social research methods and practice. Events are delivered by applied researchers with years of experience of conducting high quality research in a wide range of social policy areas. The annual programme of learning events includes day workshops and short courses. NatCen is currently taking bookings for their Spring 2010 events and have a few places left on the remaining courses.
Attention Applied Sociologists: Publication Submissions Are Due 1st of February 2010
Written by Zuleyka Zevallos Wednesday, 20 January 2010 10:30
Papers for the first edition of "Working Notes" are due on the 1st of February. Working Notes is our free online publication dedicated to sharing the research and activities of non-academic sociologists with the world.For information on how to prepare and submit your papers, please see our Instructions for Authors.
Sociology and Social Policy: Call for Symposium Contributors
Written by Zuleyka Zevallos Thursday, 07 January 2010 11:01
Dr Dina Bowman, Research and Policy Manager of an Australian not-for-profit organisation, seeks to put together a session on sociology and social policy for the upcoming Social Policy Association Annual Conference in the UK. She seeks expressions of interest from other sociologists from around the world who are able to make it to the UK for the conference during 5th to 7th of July 2010, and who wish to present a paper. If you are interested, please contact Dina directly via email before the end of January 2010: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
For more information about the conference, please follow the link below.
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Research paper on the social services supporting Australian Muslim migrants
Written by Zuleyka Zevallos Monday, 04 January 2010 08:56
The Institute for Social Research has recently published a report by Australian sociologists Lauren Tolsma and Zuleyka Zevallos. The working paper is titled: Enhancing Community Development in Adelaide by Building on the Social Capital of South Australian Muslims. The report provides a sociological analysis of the settlement and support services available to Muslim migrants living in South Australia.
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Lifelong Learning Seminar in the UK
Written by Zuleyka Zevallos Friday, 18 December 2009 01:59
Upcoming seminar in the United Kingdom: 'Lifelong Learning and Workspaces' by the Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC).This session is part of an ESRC Seminar Series on 'New Spaces of Education', to be held at the University of Nottingham on 11 Feb 2010. For further information, email: Rachel Brooks: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
Brain Injury Australia Needs Your Help
Written by Zuleyka Zevallos Wednesday, 16 December 2009 02:39
Brain Injury Australia is looking for help in shaping a new policy paper and program implementation regarding Inflicted Traumatic Brain Injury, also known as 'shaken baby syndrome'. They require volunteers to respond to a few questions regarding this phenomenon. Your identity will be protected.
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