Social Sciences Week

Social Sciences Week

As the principal sponsor of Social Sciences Week, RMIT University is thrilled to host a diverse array of thought-provoking events each year September, spotlighting the essential role of social sciences in addressing today’s pressing issues.

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Now a staple event in Australia, Social Sciences Week was initiated by the Academy of the Social Sciences in Australia (ASSA) to deepen public understanding of the social sciences and their societal impact. Through a series of in-person, online, and hybrid events, the week offers a unique platform to explore how social sciences contribute to creating a better world.

Professor Lisa Given, Director of the Social Change Enabling Impact Platform at RMIT, highlights RMIT’s commitment to research with real-world impact:

The social sciences are needed now more than ever to help humanity restore the planet and address global inequalities. Through RMIT’s innovative research and collaborations with community, government, and industry, we aim to understand human behavior, societal needs, and complex global challenges.

RMIT’s Social Sciences Week program showcases cutting-edge research and valuable industry partnerships. Open to the public, students, and staff, these events offer insights into the critical work being done by RMIT’s leading researchers.

Mark your calendar for Social Sciences Week each September, and don’t miss these top RMIT events!

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Upcoming Social Sciences Week

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