International Women's Day
Wednesday March 8th 2023 is International Women's Day. It is a day to celebrate the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women, and focus attention on women's rights and gender inequality.
Posted on: 7 March 2023
International Sex Worker Rights Day 2023
Dr Gemma Ahearne, module co-ordinator of Crime, Justice and the Sex Industry, writes about the epistemic injustice against sex workers.
Posted on: 3 March 2023
World Book Day 2023
To celebrate World Book Day 2023 (2 March), Law student Madeline and Sociology and Social Policy student Eva each give their top 5 book recommendations. These books have been picked for their interesting social commentary, because they cover topics such as law and social justice, or simply because of the joy of reading which they inspire.
Posted on: 1 March 2023
Taking Back Control of the Prosecution Process
Understandable frustration at a huge backlog in cases awaiting trial has led Chief Constables to demand that the charging process is taken back into the hands of police. History suggests, however, that this might not in itself provide solutions that ensure consistency and serve the public interest.
Posted on: 28 February 2023
World Day of Social Justice: Overcoming Barriers and Unleashing Opportunities for Social Justice
On February 20th of every year, the United Nations World Day of Social Justice is celebrated. This year’s theme focuses on strengthening global solidarity and re-building trust in government by 'Overcoming Barriers and Unleashing Opportunities for Social Justice'.
Posted on: 17 February 2023
Student Voice: Studying Sociology and Social Policy
Author Eva-Marie Deeley, a 1st year BA Sociology and Social Policy student, shares her experience of studying at the University of Liverpool and why social justice is important to her.
Posted on: 17 January 2023
Inside the English Education Lab
For over 20 years, reform in the English education system has been dramatic. The introduction of the academies programme has seen a complete restructuring of the way schools in England are run and governed.
Posted on: 16 December 2022
International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women - Questioning our Culture
To mark International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, Criminology & Sociology student Rhianna Thompson-Smith writes about the importance of taking a stand against gender-based violence.
Posted on: 25 November 2022
World Children's Day 2022
To mark World Children’s Day, Director of the European Children’s Rights Unit (ECRU), Dr Eleanor Drywood, highlights the work of the unit to engage children and young people in research.
Posted on: 18 November 2022
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International Women's Day
Wednesday March 8th 2023 is International Women's Day. It is a day to celebrate the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women, and focus attention on women's rights and gender inequality.
Posted on: 7 March 2023