Sociology and Social Policy at the University of Leeds

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Studying societies at Leeds since 1946. We are home to research specialisms including gender, disability studies, racism and ethnicity, family and life course, health technologies and social and political thought.

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Sociology and Social Policy at the University of Leeds@sspatleeds· Jul 16

Congratulations to Patricio Simonetto, whose book A Body of One’s Own: A Trans History of Argentina has been named runner-up for the Social History Society Book Prize 2026 and shortlisted for the BSA’s Foundation for the Sociology of Health and Illness Book Prize. A well-deserved achievement!

Sociology and Social Policy at the University of Leeds@sspatleeds· May 28

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Image of Patricio, wearing a yellow shirt standing in front of a big window with trees outside.

Sociology and Social Policy at the University of Leeds@sspatleeds· Apr 28

📸 A few photo highlights from the day below Were you there? What were your highlights? #ForeverLeeds #Sociology #SocialPolicy #StudentResearch

Four people People sitting on high-chairs at the front of the room, having a discussion. Along with a person shown on a projector screen.

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A presentation screen with a QR code, and a banner with the Schools name

Sociology and Social Policy at the University of Leeds@sspatleeds· Mar 17

Join the Conversation 💡 The Bauman Institute is pleased to invite you to Displaced Ecologies - the opening event in the Bauman Memorial Conversations Series: Thinking Displacement. Wednesday 25th March 4:00pm-5:30pm Via Zoom (online only) Sign up: https://ow.ly/axG250YvgfO

Online event poster for 'Displaced Ecologies' on March 25, 4-5:30pm, featuring Alice Mah and Darya Tsymbalyuk in a Bauman Memorial Conversations series.

Sociology and Social Policy at the University of Leeds@sspatleeds· Mar 13

PhD viva success! 🎉 Huge congratulations to Faatimah Jeelani on successfully passing her PhD viva! Read about Faatimah's thesis below ⬇️

Summary of a PhD thesis on South Asian Muslim women's experiences with the UK criminal justice system, highlighting criminalisation and othering effects.

Sociology and Social Policy at the University of Leeds@sspatleeds· Mar 6

📣 Applications Now Open: We are excited to share that the Centre for Interdisciplinary Gender Studies is welcoming applications for a digital fellowship, starting in August 2026. 🌍 Open to candidates from any career stage and any part of the world. For out more & apply: https://ow.ly/cAwU50YpAXb

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Sociology and Social Policy at the University of Leeds@sspatleeds· Mar 5

Professor Lisa Buckner will deliver the sixth lecture in the 2025-26 Faculty of Social Sciences Inaugural Lecture Series 🔢 📅 Thursday 19 March ⏲️ 1pm-2:30pm 🏛️ Clothworkers North LT (Cinema) (2.31), University of Leeds Register for your ticket : https://ow.ly/cR6C50Yp1tt

University of Leeds Faculty of Social Sciences Inaugural Lecture Series announcement with a list of participating schools on a maroon background.

Sociology and Social Policy at the University of Leeds@sspatleeds· Mar 3

Congratulations to Dr Rebecca Simmons on passing her PhD viva! A brilliant achievement, and a fantastic addition to our School community. #PhD #Sociology

Image containing a quote from Rebecca, and Rebecca is pictured to the right of the poster in a scenic hill setting.

Sociology and Social Policy at the University of Leeds@sspatleeds· Feb 20

Ableism isn't just discrimination - it's violence. New book by Prof Angharad Beckett & Dr Miro Griffiths maps how harm against disabled people is produced, normalised & legitimised across hate crimes, institutions, assisted dying & COVID-19. A bold framework for resistance. https://ow.ly/fNUP50Yi0aO

Cover of the book 'Ableism as Violence' by Angharad E. Beckett and Miro Griffiths with abstract black and grey ink artwork on a beige background.

Sociology and Social Policy at the University of Leeds@sspatleeds· Feb 19

PhD Success! 🎉 Please join us in congratulating Radoš Keravica on passing his PhD viva. A well deserved achievement and a milestone in his career. Congratulations, Dr Keravica 🌟

Poster showing a research summary on disabled children's involvement in healthcare decisions, with an image from from left to right: Rados’s lead supervisor, Prof. Angharad Beckett, holding a laptop with Dr Miro Griffiths connected on Teams (Rados’s co-supervisor), Rados, and Dr Tom Campbell, all standing smiling cheerfully facing the camera after viva examination.

Sociology and Social Policy at the University of Leeds@sspatleeds· Feb 18

New Book 🎉 Congratulations to Prof. Ipek Demir, an editor and contributor to 'The Modern World After Colonialism: Remaking the Social Sciences'. Book Available: https://bristoluniversitypress.co.uk/the-modern-world-after-colonialism #NewResearch #ResearchExcellence

Book cover titled 'The Modern World After Colonialism' with abstract red and black tropical leaves and a stylized white bird on a purple background.

Sociology and Social Policy at the University of Leeds@sspatleeds· Feb 17

Congratulations to Dr Georgina Trace 🎉 We are delighted to celebrate Georgina, who has successfully passed her PhD viva. Please join us in congratulating her on this fantastic achievement and the hard work behind it! #PhDSuccess #PhDViva #ResearchExcellence

Sociology and Social Policy at the University of Leeds@sspatleeds· Jan 13

More PhD success from our School! Congratulations to Emma Hyde who has passed her PhD viva. Her thesis is entitled 'Linked lives in changing times: A life course analysis of young adults’ prolonged co-residence with parents'. Please join us in congratulating Emma on this achievement.

Summary of a PhD viva featuring a portrait of Emma Hyde outdoors.

Sociology and Social Policy at the University of Leeds@sspatleeds· Jan 6

🎓 Celebrating Our December Graduates! Just before the festive break we had the pleasure of coming together to honour our December graduates. A great moment to celebrate. A huge congratulations to everyone who crossed the stage! 📸 Here are a few highlights from the day. #ForeverLeeds

Person in graduation gown holding a small dog in front of a large, decorated Christmas tree with white and green ornaments and warm lights.

Five graduates in black gowns celebrate with certificates and drink glasses indoors

Graduate in black gown holding a teddy bear, standing beside a person in a leather jacket inside a decorated hall.

Graduate in black gown and pink tie posing inside a grand hall filled with people and festive decorations.

Sociology and Social Policy at the University of Leeds@sspatleeds· Dec 19

Celebrating PhD success! 🎉 Please join us in congratulating Ayesha Siddika on recently passing her PhD viva! PhD thesis entitled: 'The Rohingya Crisis: Identity Politics and the Challenge of Repatriation' Congratulations!🎉

Sociology and Social Policy at the University of Leeds@sspatleeds· Dec 18

PhD success! 🎉 Please join us in congratulating Enze He on passing his PhD viva! PhD thesis entitled: 'The Construction of Transnational HongKongness: A Case Study of Green Bean Media' Congratulations Enze🎉

Sociology and Social Policy at the University of Leeds@sspatleeds· Dec 12

📢 New Report Alert! We’re excited to share the latest report from the L-earning: rethinking young women's working lives project. This major research report presents valuable new insights into the working lives of young women. 🔗Read the full report here: https://ywworking.co.uk/briefings/

Cover of a final report titled 'L-earning: Rethinking Young Women’s Working Lives' with authors and university affiliations listed on a green background.

Sociology and Social Policy at the University of Leeds@sspatleeds· Dec 10

🎉 Exciting news! Dr Megan Robertson has been elected General Secretary of the African Association for the Study of Religions, which promotes the study of religions in Africa through collaboration in research, publishing & teaching. Join us in congratulating her! Learn more: https://www.a-asr.org/#

Sociology and Social Policy at the University of Leeds@sspatleeds· Dec 4

Sounds of Steel 📸 Professor Sarah Irwin and sound artist Nell Catchpole are exploring place, industrial change, and memory through project 'Gongs of Teesside'. Their first interactive exhibition at Loftus Arts featured photos, video and local voices. More exhibitions to come - stay tuned!

An image from the exhibition showing a banner with some project pictures including the blast furnace remains where we did a gong sounding with a group of over 15 local people.

Some visitors at the exhibition. The gong is ‘telling its story’, amplifying recorded sounds along its way, starting at the forge.

Sociology and Social Policy at the University of Leeds@sspatleeds· Dec 1

Dr Patricio Simonetto Simonetto will join the second conversation in the thought-provoking 'Decolonising Bodies' seminar series to explore the topic: 'Bodies of Fear'. 📅 8th December 💻 Online Seminar Series ➡️ Sign up and join the conservation: https://ow.ly/jIlt50XyI8s

Sociology and Social Policy at the University of Leeds@sspatleeds· Nov 26

Celebrating PhD success! 🎉 Please join us in congratulating Christian Harrison on passing his PhD viva! PhD thesis entitled: “The conflict of hell and home”: disabled transgender identity formation and community building through social media. Congratulations Christian 🎉

Image of Christian and a quote from him.

Sociology and Social Policy at the University of Leeds@sspatleeds· Nov 24

We are proud to spotlight Dr Roxana Barbulescu at the Work, Employment & Society Conference 2025. Alongside colleagues, Dr Barbulescu presented 'East-West Inequalities and Gendered Labour Mobilities within Europe'. Learn more: https://ow.ly/bcaE50XuKAe (p.10) 📸 Dr Barbulescu, left

Dr Roxana Barbulescu and colleagues pictured at conference,

Sociology and Social Policy at the University of Leeds@sspatleeds· Nov 21

We are proud to share this inspiring case study about Professor Ana Manzano and her 18-month UKRI Policy Fellowship with the Department for the Economy NI. A great example of collaboration between academia and policy. 🔗 Read the case study here: https://ow.ly/f8SB50XuI25

Front cover of the Monitoring and Evaluation strategy and an image of Prof Ana Manzano

Sociology and Social Policy at the University of Leeds@sspatleeds· Nov 18

After last year’s success… ⏳ Join us for the Global Islamophobia Photo Exhibition this #IAM2025, hosted by the Iqbal Centre with the Centre for Ethnicity & Racism Studies. 📍 Riley Smith Theatre, Leeds Uni Union 🗓 Thu 20 Nov | Opening at 9am, closing at 4:30pm Don’t miss it!

Sociology and Social Policy at the University of Leeds@sspatleeds· Nov 18

Promotion Announcement! ✅ We are thrilled to share that Dr Maria Rovisco has been promoted to Professor of Cultural Sociology. Maria's research & teaching has had a lasting impact & we are proud to have her as part of our School since 2019. Join us in congratulating Maria on this achievement! 🎉

Sociology and Social Policy at the University of Leeds@sspatleeds· Nov 11

Last week, Dr Roxana Barbulescu visited the the House of Lords for discussions on border issues and immigration policy 🏛️ We are proud to see our academics involved in conversations that influence policy and practice at the highest level. 📸 Check out some highlights from Roxana’s visit below!

Sociology and Social Policy at the University of Leeds@sspatleeds· Oct 31

Report Launch Event - ESRC Young Women's Working Lives Project! 🖊️ Reservation Required: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/report-launch-event-rethinking-young-womens-working-lives-tickets-1865517245299?aff=oddtdtcreator

Sociology and Social Policy at the University of Leeds@sspatleeds· Oct 24

Food at M&S Students currently completing the new for this semester 'Food and Society' module visited the Marks and Spencer Archive to learn about the history of food at M&S. An extremely insightful trip! 📸Picture taken during the visit

Image showing students watching presentation at M&S archives.

Sociology and Social Policy at the University of Leeds@sspatleeds· Oct 23

'Race and Rebellion' with Dr Abdullah Join Dr Abdullah to discuss the profound influence of West African movements on the enslaved Muslims of the New World. #BlackHistoryMonth

Sociology and Social Policy at the University of Leeds@sspatleeds· Oct 15

This week we are celebrating Ayu Kusumastuti who has successfully passed her PhD viva. PhD titled: Transnational Female Migrants’ Political Participation and Gendered Labour in Homeland Elections: Indonesian Domestic Workers in Kuala Lumpur and Hong Kong. Congratulations Ayu! 🎉