🎥 Watch our vision unfold: bit.ly/48HjuTV Professors Louise Waite & Hai-Sui Yu launch the Leeds Institute for Societal Futures - where changemakers tackle injustice, division & ethical dilemmas head-on. #Leeds #InstituteForSocietalFutures #LISF #Education #Research @universityofleeds.bsky.social

🚨 New MSc: AI Ethics & Society 🤖💻AI is reshaping our world - but who decides how it's used? 📲Tackle real-world challenges & develop expertise in ethical, responsible AI. Designed for thinkers, changemakers & tech-aware professionals. Apply now for Oct 2026 start👉 bit.ly/3VTE8J5 #ethicalAI #MSc

🫵 We believe that engaging everyone in research is the best way to make a difference. We want to hear what YOU think is the most urgent problem we need to fix. Click the link to add your thoughts to our online boards - one for each challenge area bit.ly/48PW6Um #GetInvolved #society #collaborate

🎓 Apply now for ESRC White Rose DTP PhD studentships commencing Oct 26 @universityofleeds.bsky.social Application deadline: 21 Jan 2026 Open to UK & international applicants. Funding includes fees + stipend. Specialist awards available. 👉 Further info: bit.ly/471gXBM #Funding #PhD #Studentships

Researchers, methods enthusiasts, check out our programme of events on #ResearchMethods for this academic year! Find more here: socialresearchmethods.leeds.ac.uk/events/

💥 Today is the day 💥 🎉 Join us at our Leeds Institute for Societal Futures launch event - we want to know what YOU think are the biggest challenges to address in our 4 challenge areas. 🕒 3–5pm | 📍Great Hall, University of Leeds 🎫 Register bit.ly/46dcU54 @universityofleeds.bsky.social

Society needs to change - let's change it together #Leeds #InstituteForSocietalFutures #UniversityOfLeeds #SocietalFutures #LISF @universityofleeds.bsky.social

Society needs to change - let's change it together We’re evolving. LSSI has expanded its remit, focus and priorities and become Leeds Institute for Societal Futures. We’re here to change society for the better, but we need your help. Find out who we are at societal.leeds.ac.uk

We are Leeds Institute for Societal Futures – find out who we are societal.leeds.ac.uk Society needs to change - let's change it together. #Leeds #InstituteForSocietalFutures #UniversityOfLeeds #LISF #HealthInequalities #Education #Research

At Leeds Institute for Societal Futures - we have four challenge areas. 🎯 Polarisation, trust and social cohesion. Division is a choice, how do we choose connection instead? 🔗societal.leeds.ac.uk #Leeds #InstituteForSocietalFutures #LISF

At Leeds Institute for Societal Futures - we have 4 challenge areas. 🎯 Ethical AI and responsible digital societies AI reflects our biases. How do we build tech that reflects our values instead? 🔗societal.leeds.ac.uk #Leeds #InstituteForSocietalFutures #EthicalAI @universityofleeds.bsky.social

Join us - launch event of Leeds Institute for Societal Futures. Bringing key stakeholders together to find solutions to some of society's most urgent challenges. 🗓️29/9/25, 3-5pm 📍University of Leeds 🔗Register bit.ly/46dcU54 #Leeds #InstituteForSocietalFutures #LISF societal.leeds.ac.uk

In our new guest post, @danishanley.bsky.social examines how and why synthetic data is being used in AI development, and why this creates a need to move beyond traditional auditing approaches. www.adalovelaceinstitute.org/blog/synthet...

When can an AI system really be labelled 'open source'? Our latest guest blog post examines the Open Source Initiative's definition and how it might intersect with AI regulation, such as the EU AI Act. www.adalovelaceinstitute.org/blog/how-ope...

𝐁𝐢𝐠 𝐧𝐞𝐰𝐬! 𝐖𝐞’𝐫𝐞 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐢𝐭𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 £𝟏𝟓𝟎𝐦 𝐢𝐧 𝐟𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐨 𝐭𝐚𝐜𝐤𝐥𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐔𝐊’𝐬 𝐛𝐢𝐠𝐠𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐬𝐨𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐧𝐞𝐰 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐜 𝐑𝐞𝐯𝐢𝐞𝐰 In response to global and domestic pressures, our 5 focus questions prioritise prosperity, inclusion and fairness as we renew our aim to improve lives through research & innovation👇🧵

'Emotional AI' and the wider problem of #Oasis ticket prices... our August newsletter is out now! www.ifow.org/news-articles/august-newsletter

A great blog by Andrew Wood @yhclimate.bsky.social reflecting on how cultural touch points can open climate conversations. Also read their new policy brief on Strengthening Fair and Inclusive Climate Action in Yorkshire and the Humber at: yorksandhumberclimate.org.uk/fair-and-inc...

Dr Emilio Ayos (UBA) joined LSSI to explore how far-right narratives frame marginalized youth in Argentina as both dependent & dangerous. He highlighted punitive policy shifts -& the hope found in inclusive, local youth programs. Read our article here bit.ly/3IA0Q5s #YouthPolicy #SocialJustice

📢 Call open: Next Gen Co-Production Impact Scheme Early/Mid-Career Researchers: up to £5k for creative, co-produced research on societal challenges. 🔹 Interdisciplinary teams 🔹 Non-academic partners 🔹 Mentorship included 🔹 Deadline: 8/10/25 🔗 bit.ly/46MjFfN #CoProduction #ResearchFunding #Impact

🎓 Funded PhD alert! Explore how anchor institutions shape economic resilience in Leeds. ESRC White Rose DTP studentship in Geography, in collaboration with Leeds City Council. Apply by 7 July 2025. Details here👉 bit.ly/45GkZAj #PhD #Leeds #EconomicResilience #ESRC

Expressions of Interest now open for the Festival of Social Science 2025! 🔹 Open to researchers across disciplines 🔹 Funding, support and free training available 🔹 Deadline for EOIs: 30th May 🔹 Full details: bit.ly/3DU5Vnq

To help SHAPE (social sciences, humanities and the arts for people and the economy) researchers at Leeds navigate early-stage enterprise and commercialisation, we’ve published new guidance on how to achieve widespread, sustainable, positive impacts on society. Read the guidance here bit.ly/4lLhNct

📖 Celebrating the last two years of LSSI, Professor Louise Waite introduces our latest Impact Report: "I am delighted to introduce this report which showcases many of the activities undertaken in Leeds Social Sciences Institute (LSSI) over the last two years." Read now: bit.ly/3SbpACG

#ResearchCultureUncovered launches new series #ResearchImpactHeroes with @hallged.bsky.social talking to Prof Mark Reed @fasttrackimpact.bsky.social about the transformative power of research impact, ethical standards & building a collaborative research culture player.captivate.fm/episode/6966...

One week left to submit evidence to the Co-Pro Futures Inquiry. The Inquiry will propose measures to address barriers to participatory and co-produced research in UK Higher Education. Here's a reminder of the types of evidence we’re looking for, how to submit, and what we’ll do with it 👇

Useful read here. And more important than ever to highlight why caring about equality is important to improving the quality and relevance of research.

🎬 Watch the trailer: Torsten Bell MP and Professor Shearer West discuss the role of research-intensive universities in shaping public policy, and Britain's economic challenges. Watch now👉 bit.ly/4jSDt5j @torstenbell.bsky.social @universityofleeds.bsky.social @ukparliament.parliament.uk

The LSSI and RIS IAA Showcase highlighted the impact of IAA funding on diverse research projects from all faculties. Presentations by Research Council funding recipients showcased innovation & collaboration. Find out if you could benefit from IAA funding & read our write up here! bit.ly/42GtTfU #IAA

University of Leeds has won 3 ESRC funded collaborative studentships. Working with Leeds Food Partnership, Leeds City Council & New Economics Foundation, this supports our strong commitment to collaborative research with partners in private, public, or 3rd sectors. Deadline: 14/3/25 bit.ly/3Q7Mytt

Government minister Torsten Bell MP delivered a compelling blueprint for a better Britain at the University of Leeds. Addressing inequality & economic stagnation, he shared insights from his book, ‘Great Britain? How We Get Our Future Back’. Read more about his impactful speech: tinyurl.com/5372tmaz

📢 Our January signpost is here! Dive into the research on school attendance & regional climate action that is heading to Westminster, new reports addressing issues around child vulnerability & air quality, plus upcoming events evaluating Britain’s future. 🔗Read it here: medium.com/policy-leeds...

📢 New #Co-production blog! Dr Judith Hanks, Assoc. Prof. in Language Education, explores co-production in applied linguistics & language education, considering the experiences of teachers, learners, & students & discussing inclusivity, research, and pedagogy. Read it here👉 bit.ly/3W74EPH

Two weeks today, we will be hosting this highly topical event. 'Mission (Im)possible - How to Reclaim Britain’s Future? In Conversation with Torsten Bell MP'. For full details and how to book visit our website bit.ly/3D5HfHH! @universityofleeds.bsky.social @polisatleeds.bsky.social

The Creating Opportunities through Local Innovation Fellowships (COLIF) have been awarded to address regional inequalities. We are leading impactful projects on domestic abuse and climate change. Find out more: bit.ly/3BVJYmY #Innovation #SocialImpact #COLIF

2 weeks to go! LSSI and RIS are delighted to announce the final itinerary & speakers for the Joint IAA Showcase Event. Discover how IAA funding has enhanced a diverse range of research projects. 📅 20.1.2025 Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to learn, network, and be inspired. bit.ly/41rE6fA

Join us at the University of Leeds for the IAA Joint Showcase Event on 20/1/25! Discover how IAA funding added impact to projects, engage in Q&A sessions & network with peers. Hosted by Leeds Social Sciences Institute & Research and Innovation Service. Register here bit.ly/41rE6fA

Announcing the Creating Opportunities through Local Innovation (COLIF) Fellowships commencing 2/1/25. These 2 new LSSI funded Fellowships will address regional inequalities with projects on domestic abuse & climate change. bit.ly/3BfUAN7 @universityofleeds.bsky.social @lawatleeds.bsky.social

📢Exciting news! The University of Leeds and Leeds City Council, with insights from LSSI, launch a new Collaborative Research Framework to tackle evidence challenges. Discover how this partnership is shaping policy in Leeds. #ResearchImpact #CivicCollaboration 📰 read more here bit.ly/3D0m0qO

The rapid expansion of the data economy raises serious questions for governments, businesses and the public about who has access to data, who gets to decide what data is used for, and ultimately who is able to realise the value of data. Find out more #data #AI theodi.org/insights/rep...

Congratulations Gehan!

The next round for ESRC Impact Acceleration Account funding is now open until 5 March 2025! 🌟This funding supports researchers in tackling societal challenges through cross-disciplinary collaboration, stakeholder engagement, and creating effective pathways for research uptake. More 👉 bit.ly/3W9BGiE

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‼️BOOKING ESSENTIAL‼️ Workshop with Œcumene Spaces For Dignity. Exploring ethical, moral & practical challenges in participatory urban planning through real cases from MENA & Africa, focusing on refining coproduction methods for more just, equitable cities bit.ly/4gkSMCa

Our latest external newsletter has been published. Find out about our links with external partners such as policy makers in central and local government. If you would like more information or are interested in working in partnership with LSSI click here bit.ly/4eh4Th6 @gov.uk.web.brid.gy

We are looking for an RA to join our vibrant research Institute. An early career researcher with an interest in local procurement driven by institutions such as universities, hospitals & local government & the role played in co-creating economic resilience bit.ly/40zz93Y #jobs #research #opportunity

Join us for a workshop with Œcumene Spaces For Dignity. Exploring ethical, moral & practical challenges in participatory urban planning through real cases from MENA and Africa, focusing on refining co-production methods for more just, equitable cities

Are you a researcher or in a research-aligned role at University of Leeds? We have a fantastic opportunity for colleagues at any career stage to join our new Horizons Interdisciplinary Assessment College. For more information, please visit our website: www.leeds.ac.uk/horizons-ins...

It's that time of year again - Festival of Social Sciences runs from 19/10 - 911. 100's of free events around the country, in-person & online. Visit our webpage to find out more & see which events colleagues from the University of Leeds are hosting bit.ly/4gW4lA4 #Festival #SocialScience #Activities

LSSI staff awarded Research England funding for 2 local research & knowledge exchange projects, building on our ongoing collaborations with Leeds City Council. - Inclusive playscapes - Anchor institutions & economic resilience in the city of Leeds More👉https://bit.ly/4gMKMdm #Leeds #Research