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Oxford Social Sciences Division @socsci.ox.ac.uk · 6d
AI's impact on our societies is ever-evolving. How can we ensure it's used in a beneficial way?
This month we're exploring how social sciences can help us understand & explore the influence of #AI - including governance, ethics, policy & more. #SocSciAI
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#SocSciAI News updates and research from across the Social Sciences Division on the topic of AI in the social sciences
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How do you get parenting support to millions of families during a pandemic?

Lucie Cluver, laureate of the 2024 #ERCengage Award, figured it out well 👉 t.co/XxhP16D18a

🏆 2026 competition now open 👉 t.co/fFic8g294I

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November 18, 2025 at 8:18 AM
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Is #AI reshaping how we understand #ChildDevelopment?
Hosted by @dspi-oxford.bsky.social, the Global Parenting Initiative brought together researchers exploring how AI can assess early interactions and support families.
🎥 Watch: www.youtube.com/watch?v=aBsl...
#SocSciAI
The challenges and potential of AI in early childhood assessment - Global Parenting Initiative
YouTube video by Department of Social Policy and Intervention Oxford
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November 24, 2025 at 10:41 AM
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#AI is reshaping the workplace, but is it fair?
Led by Prof Mark Graham @oii.ox.ac.uk and @wzb.bsky.social, @towardsfairwork.bsky.social sets global standards for fair, digital labour.
The project was Highly Commended at the 2025 SocSci Impact Awards:
🔗 www.socsci.ox.ac.uk/raising-stan... #SocSciAI
Raising standards for workers in the global digital economy
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November 21, 2025 at 10:10 AM
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#AI is changing how we work, from assigning tasks to evaluating performance.
@jeremiasprassl.bsky.social and Dr Six Silberman @oxfordlawfac.bsky.social are helping shape fairer employment laws for the age of #AlgorithmicManagement.
Read more: www.socsci.ox.ac.uk/regulating-a...
#SocSciAI
Regulating algorithmic management to ensure a fairer future for workers
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November 20, 2025 at 9:17 AM
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Don't miss this fascinating thread about findings from the Climate Policy Monitor, analysing global climate policies⬇️
Featuring insights from our divisional colleagues Professor Thomas Hale @blavatnikschool.bsky.social & Dr Thom Wetzer @oxfordlawfac.bsky.social #COP30
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NEW: As world leaders meet at #COP30, Oxford research reveals which countries are turning climate promises into action and which aren’t. 🌍

The Climate Policy Monitor gives the clearest picture yet of how national laws stack up against global climate goals.

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Aerial view of dense green forest partially affected by deforestation. The image is used to illustrate a news article about global climate policy, with a headline stating "Climate policy strengthens globally, despite unprecedented contestation in the US and Europe". The source of the article is University of Oxford, as indicated in the footer.
November 20, 2025 at 9:16 AM
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#AI impacts work, communication, and governance.
SocSci Professors @helenmargetts.bsky.social @carlbfrey.bsky.social Robert Trager and Dr Keegan McBride explore the big questions surrounding AI.
#SocSciAI @oii.ox.ac.uk @oxmartinschool.bsky.social
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AI and Society - why do social sciences matter?
YouTube video by Social Sciences Division
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November 19, 2025 at 9:44 AM
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AI's impact on our societies is ever-evolving. How can we ensure it's used in a beneficial way?
This month we're exploring how social sciences can help us understand & explore the influence of #AI - including governance, ethics, policy & more. #SocSciAI
www.socsci.ox.ac.uk/ai-and-society
#SocSciAI News updates and research from across the Social Sciences Division on the topic of AI in the social sciences
November 19, 2025 at 9:40 AM
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Heritage Innovations Lab Oxford (HILO), led by + including SoGE researchers, begins a new partnership with @heritagealliance.bsky.social, supported by the #Heritage Lottery Fund. Read more: https://bit.ly/47B2Jry
Heritage Innovations Lab Oxford (HILO) begins new collaboration to support the heritage sector
The partnership will build new collaborative networks connecting academic researchers with heritage sector professionals.
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November 6, 2025 at 12:00 PM
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🎙️ Education Explored: A Department of Education Podcast!

Our brand new podcast explores the incredible work happening throughout our Department.

In Episode 1, we chat with our Director, Professor Victoria Murphy about her career and research in Applied Linguistics.

🎧 bit.ly/43hdzlj #Edusky
November 6, 2025 at 3:18 PM
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🌍 New report shows global climate rules are strengthening, despite rollbacks.
Oxford’s Climate Policy Monitor reviewed 37 countries and finds real momentum, although more is needed. Read more: https://www.oxfordmartin.ox.ac.uk/news/climate-policy-strengthens #cop30 #climate #climatepolicy
Climate policy strengthens globally with over 200 new policies since 2024, despite challenges in the US and Europe, per Oxford report.
November 7, 2025 at 1:31 PM
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The Clarendon Law Lecture series returns this November. Professor Sheila Jasanoff of Harvard University, winner of the 2022 Holberg Prize, will challenge us to rethink the role of law and science in shaping modern life ⚖️⚛️🌎

Register now 🔎 https://www.law.ox.ac.uk/clarendon25
November 5, 2025 at 10:01 AM
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Ahead of the UK Autumn Budget on 26 November, Prof Michael McMahon, from the Department of Economics, breaks down why tax rises are very likely, and why avoiding them now could cause bigger issues later ⬇️
Expert Comment: The UK’s Autumn budget. Tax rises are coming; let’s
Michael McMahon is Professor of Economics in the Department of Economics at the University of Oxford and Senior Research Fellow at St Hugh’s College. His research focuses on macroeconomic policy,
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November 10, 2025 at 5:08 PM
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REGISTER now for @dspi-oxford.bsky.social Sidney Ball Memorial Lecture on Fri 7 Nov, 5pm delivered by
Professor Frank Vandenbroucke (Minister of Social Affairs and Public Health, Belgium) ⬇️
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@stjohnsox.bsky.social
2025 Sidney Ball Memorial Lecture
RESPONSIBILITY AND THE DEMANDS OF SOLIDARITY - Defending the welfare state in hard times
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November 3, 2025 at 3:21 PM
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🚴Cycling cuts travel costs, travel times & carbon emissions, plus has proven mental & physical health benefits.
So how do we promote cycling initiatives for European cities and ensure it's a safe, accessible option for all?
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Cities for cycling: what is needed beyond good will and cycle paths?
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October 31, 2025 at 4:08 PM
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🤹 How do families juggle home life & paid work?
At this free #ESRCFestival drop-in, explore research with @proftinamiller.bsky.social through
🗣️ Conversations
✍️ 🎥 Creative activities
💭 Sharing your experiences
📅 7 Nov | 12:30–4pm
📍 @museumofoxford.bsky.social
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How do you do it? 'Balancing’ family life and paid work
7 November, 12.30pm - 4pm, Museum of Oxford
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October 31, 2025 at 12:00 PM
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Registration is OPEN for our annual Sidney Ball Memorial Lecture, with speaker Professor Frank Vandenbroucke (Minister of Social Affairs and Public Health, Belgium) ⬇️
Find out more: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/2025-sidne...
@stjohnsox.bsky.social @socsci.ox.ac.uk .uk #WelfareStates #SocialPolicy
2025 Sidney Ball Memorial Lecture
RESPONSIBILITY AND THE DEMANDS OF SOLIDARITY - Defending the welfare state in hard times
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October 29, 2025 at 3:30 PM
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🤹 How do families juggle home life & paid work?
At this free #ESRCFestival drop-in, explore research with @proftinamiller.bsky.social through
🗣️ Conversations
✍️ 🎥 Creative activities
💭 Sharing your experiences
📅 7 Nov | 12:30–4pm
📍 @museumofoxford.bsky.social
🔗 www.socsci.ox.ac.uk/how-do-you-d...
How do you do it? 'Balancing’ family life and paid work
7 November, 12.30pm - 4pm, Museum of Oxford
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October 29, 2025 at 2:11 PM
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How do we thrive in a world defined by instability?
Join Lord Hague, Chancellor of the University of Oxford, for the James Martin Memorial Lecture. 
🎟️ Register to attend: https://www.oxfordmartin.ox.ac.uk/events/james-martin-memorial-lecture
💻 Register to watch online: https://youtu.be/4XjYHCJmFV4
Event poster for James Martin Memorial Lecture featuring Lord Hague, focusing on environment and geopolitics, on 12 Nov 2025, 5:00pm.
October 23, 2025 at 12:03 PM
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👨‍👩‍👧 Drop in & join us for this free #ESRCFestival event exploring the working lives of Armed Forces parents with children who have additional needs, with researchers from Oxford Brookes University & @ox.ac.uk
📅 30 Oct | 10am–4pm
📍 @modernartoxford.bsky.social
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The working lives of parents in the Armed Forces who have children with additional needs
30 October, 11am - 4pm, Modern Art Oxford
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October 27, 2025 at 3:15 PM
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Could you be a food stylist, drone pilot or pet psychologist?
Drop in for free, family-friendly fun at this #ESRCFestival event. Spin the Careers Wheel to uncover surprising jobs and explore your dream workplace!
📅 29 Oct 📍 Museum of Oxford
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Aspiration station!
29 October, 10am - 3pm, Museum of Oxford
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October 24, 2025 at 1:58 PM
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We see only the polished face of AI- but behind it lies a web of people, data & decisions shaping who gains & who’s left behind. Join @geoplace.bsky.social @towardsfairwork.bsky.social @oii.ox.ac.uk to explore fairer AI
📅 29 Oct 📍Museum of Oxford 🔗 www.socsci.ox.ac.uk/unveiling-th... #ESRCFestival
Unveiling the human behind AI: A Rubik's cube journey to Fair Work
29 October, late morning - 4pm, Museum of Oxford
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October 24, 2025 at 9:22 AM
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🚇🚲🚶‍♀️ Commuting can be risky — but for whom, and why?
Join researchers from @tsuoxford.bsky.social @oxfordgeography.bsky.social & Oxford Brookes for this #ESRCFestival event uncovering the hidden dangers of daily travel.
📅 28 Oct | 1-4pm
📍Museum of Oxford
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Dangerous commutes
28 October, 1pm-4pm, Museum of Oxford
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October 23, 2025 at 2:50 PM
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Join @sociologyoxford.bsky.social's @gczching.bsky.social @zhuofeilu.bsky.social & @matthewhluo.bsky.social for this #ESRCFestival event as they test perceptions & uncover surprising truths about unseen contributions in society
📅 28 Oct 📍 Museum of Oxford
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Invisible Work
28 October, 10am-1pm, Museum of Oxford
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October 22, 2025 at 12:59 PM
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'It’s not just us who struggle in the heat.'

@oxmartinschool.bsky.social's Prof Paul Behrens explains how climate change is driving up the cost of food.

#OxfordClimate
October 15, 2025 at 12:53 PM
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AI is moving fast – justice can’t afford to stand still. ⚖️

That’s why, in partnership with the Clooney Foundation for Justice and with support from Microsoft we launched the Oxford Institute of Technology and Justice last week.

Watch the launch event ⬇️
https://ow.ly/MBZM50XcfKI
October 16, 2025 at 10:15 AM