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Tag Archives: Community Work

Talking Sociology With Local Communities

A white woman smiles at an elderly man who is holding open a book

Let’s explore how giving practical talks to community groups can improve both communities and our sociological practice.

Posted bySociology at WorkJuly 17, 2014October 30, 2025Posted inBlog, Career AdviceTags:Applied Sociology, Applied Sociology Careers, Community Work, Sociology Skills, Volunteering

Sociology for Social Activism

Young people hold up signs at a protest. One girl wearing a backpack stand above the crowd. The signs say: There is no Planet B

Dr Dan Brook is a lecturer in sociology and politics. We speak with Dan about how he uses sociology in his social activism.

Posted bySociology at WorkNovember 10, 2013November 11, 2025Posted inBlog, Students, VideosTags:Activism, Applied Sociology, Applied Sociology Careers, Community Work, Social Activism, Sociology, Sociology Students, Sociology Teaching, Volunteering, Work Experience1 Comment on Sociology for Social Activism

Applied Sociology Career in Research and Evaluation

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Dr Yoland Wadsworth reflects on her 42-year career in community research and evaluation

Posted bySociology at WorkNovember 3, 2013November 23, 2025Posted inBlog, Profiles, VideosTags:Applied Sociology, Community Work, evaluation, research, Sociology, Yoland Wadsworth

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