Excellent comment by @pauljreilly.bsky.social on toxic immigration debates online and why we must question misinformation that can help fuel racist violence.

‘A common problem hiding in plain sight.’ With 1/3 of junior doctors having experienced sexual harassment and abuse, experts at @uofgasbs.bsky.social and @ouranu.bsky.social are bringing together experiences and approaches to tackle a global issue. More: gla.ac/4pAPRck

A year ago today I joined some of the incredible @changingrealities.bsky.social parents at Downing Street who shared what changes are needed to end child poverty - incl why the two-child limit must be scrapped. It’s brilliant to see yesterday’s announcement after so much hard work from so many.

The @changingrealities.bsky.social group - led by @ruthpatrick0.bsky.social - have been doing incredible work to lobby for change that will improve the circumstances of families struggling with poverty.

“Designing healthier cities begins with listening, to data, to place, and to people” Congrats to Mingyu Zhu @ubdc.bsky.social and @northumbriauni.bsky.social partners, who won the Design Research for Healthy Cities Award at the Healthy City Design 2025 International Congress 🎉 bit.ly/49AWab6

I’m so delighted that we get to extend our research in this area - nearly twenty years of gambling prevalence research, and there’s still so much to do….

Great to see this important research into gambling behaviours continue. Our experts including @shwardle.bsky.social have led hugely impactful research into gambling harms and how these affect individuals - and those around them - for the past two decades.

'We just want a ferry service that works.' An event about Scotland's ferry provision may sound heavy for a Monday - but actually this was a really interesting presentation about @uofgasbs.bsky.social research on the lifeline service ferries offer and the impact on island communities and business.

As the UN calls for fashion industry action at #COP30, here's your reminder that there's a more sustainable way to shop in Glasgow 💙 Check out Worthwhile Wardrobe - a @uofgasbs.bsky.social and Prince & Princess of Wales Hospice partnership - for all your formal wear needs! worthwhilewardrobe.co.uk

As the UN calls for fashion industry action at #COP30, here's your reminder that there's a more sustainable way to shop in Glasgow 💙 Check out Worthwhile Wardrobe - a @uofgasbs.bsky.social and Prince & Princess of Wales Hospice partnership - for all your formal wear needs! worthwhilewardrobe.co.uk

Employment alone won’t turn the tide on child poverty, unless it is backed by the removal of the controversial two-child limit and the benefit cap, analysis by @ruthpatrick0.bsky.social and the University of Cambridge warns. More: gla.ac/3JTq2F3

“Climate targets are being met at the expense of those dependent on industries facing closure.” Excellent feature by @riyokoshibe.bsky.social writing for @scotsman.com on Scotland's just transition plans following the closure of Grangemouth oil refinery. bit.ly/3JOTzzH

"If the new nuclear arms race hasn't already begun, then we're currently heading towards the starting line." @rhyscrilley.bsky.social reacts to Donald Trump's announcement that the US will start testing nuclear weapons. www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

Nine recommendations to help Scotland achieve a shared understanding of housing affordability are proposed in a new report, based on findings from @scotgov Short Life Working Group 2022-2024 - chaired by @kengibb.bsky.social of @housingevidence.bsky.social More: gla.ac/49sSuYM

Parents and carers of @changingrealities.bsky.social are doing essential work to bring child poverty issues to the public eye as the govt prepare to publish their Child Poverty Strategy. Powerful words from @ruthpatrick0.bsky.social on scrapping the two child limit in this popular substack.

On a recent visit to Poland @robinireland.bsky.social recorded a conversation on the impact of sport on public health, and the challenges that the commercialisation and commodification of sport present. 🎧 youtu.be/qGAYdmNW2cI?... @uofgsocsci.bsky.social

This is a lovely story - and we are delighted to have Montel studying for his sociology PhD with us!

'With Donald Trump, you never know what's going to happen the next day...' Dr Graeme Young joined BBC Newshour to discuss Trump's decision to end all trade relations with Canada, following an anti-tariff advertisement by the province of Ontario. Listen in at 31.09 www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/...

When your day isn't exactly got off to a great start, it's the little things like this lovely message and the fact it's Christmas cup season! (yes, I know, wasteful 🫣 but it does lift my tired spirits!). So, extending the wish to you all to have a great day (and be more sustainable than me...).

Great to see GLINTS up and running! This is a safe and creative space to discuss, explore and collaborate on trans research happening at @uofglasgow.bsky.social - open to academic colleagues and research students.

Thanks to everyone who came to the GLINTS launch yesterday. Great to see so many academics, students & supporters. Excited for the possibilities of this new space. Thanks to @echomikeromeo.bsky.social @notrightruth.bsky.social @kenglish.bsky.social @jaytoddgla.bsky.social & co-directors not on here

Almost three years and I'm still obsessed @uofglasgow.bsky.social - especially on golden days like this 😍

“We were given the space to speak our truth to power” What happened when parents & carers met @johnswinney.bsky.social to discuss child poverty? Single parent James of @changingrealities.bsky.social reflects on a 'remarkable' meeting in @scotsman.com www.scotsman.com/news/politic...

Love this - a new way of shopping sustainably that benefits everyone! I'll definitely be donating clothes...

I've only known @ruthpatrick0.bsky.social for a short time but the work that she and @changingrealities.bsky.social are doing to eradicate child poverty is constant and dedicated. Great to see this coverage featuring Brian, a single parent who's sharing his story to help others.

IT'S TIME TO TALK ABOUT TALKING 🗣️ In our latest blog, @eddiebarnes.bsky.social writes on the importance of open debate and discussion ahead of our event at the University of Glasgow with @proftomkins.bsky.social later this month. Read it here 👇

The latest ep of this podcast features our very own @fredpaxton.bsky.social Ep 5 drops today - Publishing as an ECR: Rejection, patience and conversation, to hear Fred sharing experiences, insights and advice for building a career in academia. bsky.app/profile/leve...

What a beautiful day at Fountains Abbey. The ☀️ put in quite the appearance!

Our keynote spotlight series for the Online Spring School (27-31 Oct) is here! Join us for a live performance form our keynote musician Fergus McNeil 🎶🎵 Link to free tickets and full programme on our Linktree!

This is #WorldMentalHealthDay2025 Nurturing our mental health can start with something as simple — and as powerful — as a breath.

Terminally ill Scots will benefit from strengthened housing protections, following key amendments to the Housing (Scotland) Bill. The @uofgdumfries.bsky.social @mariecurieuk.bsky.social ‘Dying in the Margins’ study was central to informing these amendments. Read more: gla.ac/46Rpabq

NEW: The State of Poverty: Systems and the stories of those navigating them 📝 Our @kezdugdale.bsky.social introduces the methodology and first outputs from our State of Poverty research project 📣 🔗 www.gla.ac.uk/research/az/... #ChallengePovertyWeek 1/2

This is really exciting to see - GLINTS launches this month @uofglasgow.bsky.social and will provide a multi-disciplinary, cross-College space for academics and research students working in trans studies.

Really enjoyed delivering media broadcast training to @uofgsocsci.bsky.social colleagues today! Great to share best practice, tips and advice from peers. If you missed it, don't worry as we'll be offering it again or I can do individual sessions as needed. Get in touch to find out more 😁

At @uofgeducation.bsky.social we have leading experts on education reform and pedagogy - and this latest paper from Profs Chapman and Donaldson is an excellent call to action.

A better investment in life's essentials (Day 3 #CPW25) is necessary to effectively tackle poverty. This is why the work of the @glasgowfpp.bsky.social & the Glasgow City Food Plan towards a fairer, healthier and more sustainable food system is so important. Read more www.gcph.co.uk/our-work/112...

Research led by Prof James White @housingevidence.bsky.social warns UK cities remain unprepared for the climate emergency, with a stark gap between political ambition and real change on the ground. The Urban Retrofit project is funded by the Economic and Social Research Council. bit.ly/48ktp1U

Glasgow's Great Scottish Run half marathon = done! 🏅 Actually more enjoyable than I'd feared and the amazing encouragement from the crowd really helped (as did the many compliments on my earrings ⚡). This old girl feels very pleased with herself. When I can sign up for 2026??

This article manages to name her husband before it names… her.

Who doesn't love a festival, especially when it's about #socialscience 😁 hopefully there's something for everyone, kids included!

Storm incoming? No probs - just add weather appropriate accessories (yes I'm talking about my earrings 🌧️) and off we go for a wet lunchtime walk! Least I got the park all to myself 😁 #StormAmy

"The structure...can make it into a hot spot for sexual harassment and abuse" Important research by Prof Searle @uofgasbs.bsky.social on sexual abuse and medical trainees that reveals a culture of silence and isolation - part of her ongoing work calling out sexual abuse in the medical profession.

In case you missed it! 📣 Read insights from @graemeroy.bsky.social about the upcoming Scottish Government Spending Review 📝 💬...the potential to be a defining moment in how Scotland prepares to meet the policy and fiscal challenges of the next decade and beyond." 🔗 www.gla.ac.uk/research/az/...

Great to see @dx-fisher.bsky.social on ITV's Representing Border!

It's International Day of Older People - so no better time to watch this from Kat Riach @uofgasbs.bsky.social. Only feels like yesterday when I was youngest in the team -now I'm nearing the upper quartile 🤯 Everyone should feel supported, valued and respected at work, whatever their age.

New report co-authored by the Business School's @sreevas.bsky.social along with researchers at the Universities of Strathclyde and Edinburgh, highlights the rise in entrepreneurship, particularly among younger age groups, but also draws attention to persistent gender and regional disparities.

"The most depressing truth about child poverty isn’t how many children are in it, it’s how easy it is for the government to lift so many out." A powerful read on what needs to happen for the govt to eradicate child poverty. The voice of lived experience cannot be underestimated.

An excellent article by @benjaminfaude.bsky.social and @jacktaggart.bsky.social looking at the UN Sustainable Development Goals at 10 - and why progress so far isn't something we have cause to celebrate.

Manchester! You were glorious today 🐝😍

Celebrating* a really good week for @uofgsocsci.bsky.social - some very exciting projects coming up, great meetings, and now it's the long weekend to look forward to! 😎 *Beer bottle not part of my celebrating - saw it on the train and felt it deserved to be included...