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“Bertram Lang’s The Transnational Politics of Philanthropy sheds new light on Chinese philanthropy, a crucially important topic as China rises rapidly.” Mark Sidel, University of Wisconsin-Madison
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November 25, 2025 at 3:05 PM
“Bertram Lang’s The Transnational Politics of Philanthropy sheds new light on Chinese philanthropy, a crucially important topic as China rises rapidly.” Mark Sidel, University of Wisconsin-Madison
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Bringing together perspectives from academics, activists, and those with lived experience, 'Raising the Nation' argues for child-centered public policy as a foundation for thriving communities.
🔓Now available #OpenAccess: https://ow.ly/z3NB50XsQYq
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November 25, 2025 at 2:50 PM
Bringing together perspectives from academics, activists, and those with lived experience, 'Raising the Nation' argues for child-centered public policy as a foundation for thriving communities.
🔓Now available #OpenAccess: https://ow.ly/z3NB50XsQYq
🔓Now available #OpenAccess: https://ow.ly/z3NB50XsQYq
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In their new book, ASA member Tuba I. Agartan (Providence College) draws on interviews and archival research to examine the political conflicts, negotiations, and consensus around universal health coverage. @policypress.bsky.social
Universal Health Coverage
Universal Health Coverage - Foundations and Horizons; This book traces the origins of Universal Health Coverage (UHC) in the broader context of universalism since the beginning of the 20th century. Drawing on rich first-hand data, including expert interviews and archival research, this book adopts a...
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November 17, 2025 at 8:03 PM
In their new book, ASA member Tuba I. Agartan (Providence College) draws on interviews and archival research to examine the political conflicts, negotiations, and consensus around universal health coverage. @policypress.bsky.social
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With real-world case studies and practical tools, this is an essential resource for #Practitioners across public, academic and #VoluntarySectors.
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November 25, 2025 at 1:00 PM
With real-world case studies and practical tools, this is an essential resource for #Practitioners across public, academic and #VoluntarySectors.
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Despite its huge public profile, surprisingly little is known about #ChildProtection work.
This book examines in detail how #SocialWorkers can use the time they do have to relate to children and families, make child protection work and create meaningful change.
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This book examines in detail how #SocialWorkers can use the time they do have to relate to children and families, make child protection work and create meaningful change.
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November 25, 2025 at 12:45 PM
Despite its huge public profile, surprisingly little is known about #ChildProtection work.
This book examines in detail how #SocialWorkers can use the time they do have to relate to children and families, make child protection work and create meaningful change.
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This book examines in detail how #SocialWorkers can use the time they do have to relate to children and families, make child protection work and create meaningful change.
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A new report condemns the UK’s #Covid response, citing failures & a “toxic, chaotic” culture in Boris Johnson’s No 10.
'When This Is Over' explains what went wrong and how we can respond better next time.
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'When This Is Over' explains what went wrong and how we can respond better next time.
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When This Is Over
When This Is Over - Reflections on an Unequal Pandemic; Academics, activists and artists remember and reflect on the COVID-19 pandemic in an inclusive commemorative overview which honours the experience of a global disaster lived up close and suggests the steps needed to ensure we do better next time.
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November 24, 2025 at 2:10 PM
A new report condemns the UK’s #Covid response, citing failures & a “toxic, chaotic” culture in Boris Johnson’s No 10.
'When This Is Over' explains what went wrong and how we can respond better next time.
Guardian: https://ow.ly/oc3X50XwQaC
Find the book: https://ow.ly/P5Jc50XwQaF
'When This Is Over' explains what went wrong and how we can respond better next time.
Guardian: https://ow.ly/oc3X50XwQaC
Find the book: https://ow.ly/P5Jc50XwQaF
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If #RachelReeves wants some light reading to distract from difficult budget choices, then she probably shouldn’t read the pre-NHS hospital archives.
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November 20, 2025 at 2:50 PM
If #RachelReeves wants some light reading to distract from difficult budget choices, then she probably shouldn’t read the pre-NHS hospital archives.
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Michael Barron, a longstanding social justice advocate, emphasizes #LGBTQ+ youth’s crucial role in societal changes in #Ireland.
His book critiques the lack of youth representation in LGBTQ+ narratives, advocating for their rights: https://ow.ly/qW8L50XsRSa
His book critiques the lack of youth representation in LGBTQ+ narratives, advocating for their rights: https://ow.ly/qW8L50XsRSa
November 17, 2025 at 4:05 PM
Michael Barron, a longstanding social justice advocate, emphasizes #LGBTQ+ youth’s crucial role in societal changes in #Ireland.
His book critiques the lack of youth representation in LGBTQ+ narratives, advocating for their rights: https://ow.ly/qW8L50XsRSa
His book critiques the lack of youth representation in LGBTQ+ narratives, advocating for their rights: https://ow.ly/qW8L50XsRSa
The #Spycops scandal exposes secret #Police units infiltrating and undermining hundreds of #Activist groups.
This book offers the first academic account of what targeted #Activists experience and their ongoing fight for answers.
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This book offers the first academic account of what targeted #Activists experience and their ongoing fight for answers.
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Spycops
Spycops - Secrets and Disclosure in the Undercover Policing Inquiry; In the first academic analysis of the ‘spycops’ scandal, the author draws on extensive fieldwork and his first-hand experience of police infiltration in this exploration of covert policing practices.
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November 17, 2025 at 3:15 PM
The #Spycops scandal exposes secret #Police units infiltrating and undermining hundreds of #Activist groups.
This book offers the first academic account of what targeted #Activists experience and their ongoing fight for answers.
https://ow.ly/r7Ku50XsQBG
This book offers the first academic account of what targeted #Activists experience and their ongoing fight for answers.
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Featuring insights from academics, campaigners, and people with lived experience, 'Raising the Nation' makes a powerful case for putting children at the heart of public policy to secure the future of our communities.
🔓Now available to read #OpenAccess: https://ow.ly/N21h50XsQPL
🔓Now available to read #OpenAccess: https://ow.ly/N21h50XsQPL
November 17, 2025 at 2:45 PM
Featuring insights from academics, campaigners, and people with lived experience, 'Raising the Nation' makes a powerful case for putting children at the heart of public policy to secure the future of our communities.
🔓Now available to read #OpenAccess: https://ow.ly/N21h50XsQPL
🔓Now available to read #OpenAccess: https://ow.ly/N21h50XsQPL
Our Spring/Summer 2026 catalogue is here! ✨
We are delighted to bring you our Spring/Summer 2026 catalogue, featuring all forthcoming Bristol University Press and Policy Press titles.
In addition, the 2026 Journals Catalogue is also available.
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We are delighted to bring you our Spring/Summer 2026 catalogue, featuring all forthcoming Bristol University Press and Policy Press titles.
In addition, the 2026 Journals Catalogue is also available.
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November 17, 2025 at 2:40 PM
Our Spring/Summer 2026 catalogue is here! ✨
We are delighted to bring you our Spring/Summer 2026 catalogue, featuring all forthcoming Bristol University Press and Policy Press titles.
In addition, the 2026 Journals Catalogue is also available.
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We are delighted to bring you our Spring/Summer 2026 catalogue, featuring all forthcoming Bristol University Press and Policy Press titles.
In addition, the 2026 Journals Catalogue is also available.
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Published today, 'Social Work Professional Organizations: A Comparative International Perspective' from @policypress.bsky.social.
Includes a chapter about @basw-uk.bsky.social from David Jones, Bridget Robb and me. Aailable here: policy.bristoluniversitypress.co.uk/social-work-...
Includes a chapter about @basw-uk.bsky.social from David Jones, Bridget Robb and me. Aailable here: policy.bristoluniversitypress.co.uk/social-work-...
Social Work Professional Organizations
Social Work Professional Organizations - A Comparative International Perspective; Using an interdisciplinary framework, this edited volume provides the first comprehensive, comparative analysis of soc...
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November 13, 2025 at 6:37 PM
Published today, 'Social Work Professional Organizations: A Comparative International Perspective' from @policypress.bsky.social.
Includes a chapter about @basw-uk.bsky.social from David Jones, Bridget Robb and me. Aailable here: policy.bristoluniversitypress.co.uk/social-work-...
Includes a chapter about @basw-uk.bsky.social from David Jones, Bridget Robb and me. Aailable here: policy.bristoluniversitypress.co.uk/social-work-...
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November 17, 2025 at 1:55 PM
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This book assesses the impact of a unique youth and community space in #EastLondon, part of the 2012 #Olympic legacy, created specifically to support local young people in addressing the challenges and difficulties in their lives.
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This book assesses the impact of a unique youth and community space in #EastLondon, part of the 2012 #Olympic legacy, created specifically to support local young people in addressing the challenges and difficulties in their lives.
New in paperback: https://ow.ly/ANSf50Xj5ak
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Essential reading for educators, researchers and students in #SocialWork, this book speaks directly to the global community of social work professional organisations.
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Social Work Professional Organizations
Social Work Professional Organizations - A Comparative International Perspective; Using an interdisciplinary framework, this edited volume provides the first comprehensive, comparative analysis of social work professional organisations in 15 countries, bridging Global North and South perspectives.
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November 13, 2025 at 2:55 PM
Essential reading for educators, researchers and students in #SocialWork, this book speaks directly to the global community of social work professional organisations.
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https://policy.bristoluniversitypress.co.uk/social-work-professional-organizations
In 'Uncomfortably Off', Marcos González Hernando and Gerry Mitchell examine how #HighEarners, though not super-rich, face growing insecurity in an increasingly #UnequalSociety.
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For University Press Week, a Q&A with authors Gerry Mitchell and Marcos Gonzalez Hernando
"Uncomfortably Off" is out now from Bristol University Press
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In 'Uncomfortably Off', Marcos González Hernando and Gerry Mitchell examine how #HighEarners, though not super-rich, face growing insecurity in an increasingly #UnequalSociety.
For #UniversityPressWeek, Derek Krissoff shares a Q&A with Marcos and Gerry: https://ow.ly/E05B50Xplkz
For #UniversityPressWeek, Derek Krissoff shares a Q&A with Marcos and Gerry: https://ow.ly/E05B50Xplkz
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Explore our Author Hub to learn more about the benefits of publishing with us and how to submit a proposal. #TeamUp
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How can Britain Rebuild Opportunity for Working-Class Men?
Part of the Festival of Economics 2025
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How can Britain rebuild opportunity for working-class men?
Join Alex Blower, author of 'Lost Boys', for this important discussion.
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Join Alex Blower, author of 'Lost Boys', for this important discussion.
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