Solidarity statement condemning the invasion of UKRAINE
The Sociological Association of Ireland condemns the invasion of Ukraine by the Russian Federation and the terrible violence that is being inflicted as a result of this. Peace, dialogue, justice, self-determination and respect for human life are fundamental values, which have been attacked in this war. Our deep wish is for peace to prevail. We wish to express our solidarity with our Ukrainian colleagues in the Institute of Sociology NAS, Ukraine and the European Sociological Association, and sympathy with those in Russia who have been involved in and implicated in a war against their will and desire.
As a very humble expression of solidarity the SAI has made a contribution to the Ukraine Crisis Appeal of the Irish Red Cross. We encourage our membership to consider also consider making private contributions to help support the people suffering in Ukraine. A private contribution can be made through this link: donate.redcross.ie
The conference fee for the SAI Annual Conference is also being waived for scholars displaced by the War in Ukraine, and financial support is being offered to other displaced scholars to facilitate conference participation. For more details please contact sociology.ie@gmail.com.
As a very humble expression of solidarity the SAI has made a contribution to the Ukraine Crisis Appeal of the Irish Red Cross. We encourage our membership to consider also consider making private contributions to help support the people suffering in Ukraine. A private contribution can be made through this link: donate.redcross.ie
The conference fee for the SAI Annual Conference is also being waived for scholars displaced by the War in Ukraine, and financial support is being offered to other displaced scholars to facilitate conference participation. For more details please contact sociology.ie@gmail.com.
Solidarity statement for UCU STRIKE IN NORTHERN IRISH AND BRITISH UNIVERSITIES
The Sociological Association of Ireland expresses solidarity with members and colleagues in UCU, as they take industrial action in the coming weeks over pensions, casualization, unsafe workloads and falling pay. We recognise that industrial action is a last resort and support this necessary struggle for decent working conditions.
annual conference 2022
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The SAI Annual Conference 2022 will address the theme of Home. Enquiries can be made to: SAIConference2022@gmail.com.
We are delighted to announce our keynotes:
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SAI Mentoring initiative launched
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This mentoring scheme of the Sociological Association of Ireland (SAI) offers training, support and development to sociology PhD graduates and early career researchers who think they could benefit from enhanced engagement with an established academic with regards to career development and job seeking. It is targeted especially at less experienced academics who may require advice about CPD, professional training, publishing and funding opportunities but who may not have strong professional relationships with university departments or with established academics.
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EXTENDED DEADLINE FOR ABSTRACTS - 31ST jANUARY 2022 FOR Sociology in schools conference: international perspectives; learning from shared insights
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This new conference brings together international educational research and teaching experts, to debatethe importance of sociology in post-primary schools in Ireland and internationally. It will offer perspectiveson the position of social and political education, including sociology, in the educational system of Irelandand of other countries.
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SAI Postgraduate conference
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The SAI Postgraduate conference takes place on February 19th online. Registration is possible by purchasing a ticket - which is a donation of any amount to Focus Ireland. Please click the 'registration' button below to do this.
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SAI BNLR CONFERENCE:
The Biographical, Narrative and Lifecourse Methods SAI Study Group will be holding its first biennial conference on March 22nd, on the topic:
REIMAGINING VOICES AND IDENTITIES IN UNCERTAIN TIMES: SOCIAL TRANSFORMATION, FRAGMENTATION AND POST-PANDEMIC FUTURES
The deadline for submissions is 20th December 2021
REIMAGINING VOICES AND IDENTITIES IN UNCERTAIN TIMES: SOCIAL TRANSFORMATION, FRAGMENTATION AND POST-PANDEMIC FUTURES
The deadline for submissions is 20th December 2021
THANKS TO ALL FOR A FASCINATING AND IMPACTFUL SAI ANNUAL CONFERENCE, ON THE 7TH & 8TH MAY
The SAI Annual Conference took place on May 7th and 8th. Thanks to all participants keynotes and helpers. The organising committee were delighted with the outcome after months of hard work. It is the presenters who make it work though, and we would like to heartily thank everyone who presented, and who submitted a paper (we were disappointed we could not accommodate many excellent papers). Preparations are already underway for SAI 2022, and we will be updating members shortly about that.
What else is going on?
As the new academic year rolls around, the SAI Committee are in the process of making plans for 2020-1. It is going to be an unusual and challenging year again, but we are determined to do what we can to maintain a vibrant sociological community of scholars and researchers. The past year has shown that the voice of sociology is more needed than ever. We have more ideas in the pipeline, but some things are for sure...
As the new academic year rolls around, the SAI Committee are in the process of making plans for 2020-1. It is going to be an unusual and challenging year again, but we are determined to do what we can to maintain a vibrant sociological community of scholars and researchers. The past year has shown that the voice of sociology is more needed than ever. We have more ideas in the pipeline, but some things are for sure...
- Queens University Belfast and Ulster University will be taking over the editorship of the Irish Journal of Sociology. This represents an exciting new era for the journal, following on from the excellent stewardship of UCD.
- There are seven SAI Study Groups, with more information about these under our 'Events' page. These cover a wide range of interests, and are an excellent way to develop your specialism and find a community.
- If you would like more information about any of the above, please get in touch at sociology.ie@gmail.com
Launch of the Young Sociologist of the Year Prize
Our big news for December is the launch of the Young Sociologist of the Year Prize. The SAI and School of Sociology in UCD are partnering in this. We want to help promote sociology in schools and to give recognition to the amazing work that students and teachers do in their Politics and Society, and Sociology classes. Please spread the word to any schools, teachers and students you think would be interested.
Our big news for December is the launch of the Young Sociologist of the Year Prize. The SAI and School of Sociology in UCD are partnering in this. We want to help promote sociology in schools and to give recognition to the amazing work that students and teachers do in their Politics and Society, and Sociology classes. Please spread the word to any schools, teachers and students you think would be interested.
A Message to Sociologists, Social Researchers and SAI Members
Sociology and social research in general plays a vital role in Irish society by producing the knowledge that gives us the opportunity to act wisely by giving us maps of the social, which we hope will lead to a better society, better politics, better thinking and better policies. The SAI, as the professional association of sociology in Ireland, is committed to supporting the discipline through fora for them to share ideas, collaborate and disseminate their research. Its strength is its members and their willingness to participate and support the discipline. The Committee give their time for free, and SAI members around the country and internationally build community and critical mass in research areas through their passion in forging networks, organising events, writing and research, editing and peer reviewing, and teaching. The strength and vibrancy of the discipline is based on the input of each member. We hope that you will consider pitching in through joining the SAI and participating in the wider community.
Sociology and social research in general plays a vital role in Irish society by producing the knowledge that gives us the opportunity to act wisely by giving us maps of the social, which we hope will lead to a better society, better politics, better thinking and better policies. The SAI, as the professional association of sociology in Ireland, is committed to supporting the discipline through fora for them to share ideas, collaborate and disseminate their research. Its strength is its members and their willingness to participate and support the discipline. The Committee give their time for free, and SAI members around the country and internationally build community and critical mass in research areas through their passion in forging networks, organising events, writing and research, editing and peer reviewing, and teaching. The strength and vibrancy of the discipline is based on the input of each member. We hope that you will consider pitching in through joining the SAI and participating in the wider community.
New Appointments to the SAI Executive for 2020
The SAI is delighted to announce the appointment of several new members of the SAI Executive Committee, bringing a nice injection of new energy. Recently, at the 2020 SAI AGM, Lisa Moran joined the committee in the role of Second-Level Sociology Officer, Ciara Bradley will be taking over as Treasurer, and Egle Gusciute is joining the Committee as an Ordinary Member. The SAI Committee and community at large would like to extend great thanks and warm wishes to the outgoing members of the committee - Ann Burke, Mark Doyle, Carmel Hannan, Kieran Keohane and Jill O'Mahony who gave tremendous service in their respective roles, and did enormous work to benefit the discipline in Ireland.
The SAI is delighted to announce the appointment of several new members of the SAI Executive Committee, bringing a nice injection of new energy. Recently, at the 2020 SAI AGM, Lisa Moran joined the committee in the role of Second-Level Sociology Officer, Ciara Bradley will be taking over as Treasurer, and Egle Gusciute is joining the Committee as an Ordinary Member. The SAI Committee and community at large would like to extend great thanks and warm wishes to the outgoing members of the committee - Ann Burke, Mark Doyle, Carmel Hannan, Kieran Keohane and Jill O'Mahony who gave tremendous service in their respective roles, and did enormous work to benefit the discipline in Ireland.
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SAI Membership Renewal
The Sociological Association of Ireland's membership year runs from December 1st to November 30th. Renewing your membership or joining the SAI couldn't be easier, just click here.
Members can avail of reduced conference rates. You are welcome to purchase membership when registering for the Annual Conference to avail of those rates. |
Recent EventsA Symposium with Hartmut Rosa in Dublin
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