The Academy works with a broad range of social scientists, policy makers, educators and international colleague.
Fellows are integral to the Academy’s work and can get involved in a number of ways.
- By nominating colleagues for Fellowship or Awards, and participating in voting processes
- By submitting applications to the Academy’s international or workshop grant programs, or supporting and encouraging junior colleagues to do so
- By joining one of the Academy’s committees or working groups (check here for current vacancies)
- By contributing to policy submissions or roundtables (check the newsletter, or contact policy@socialsciences.org.au to discuss current or proposed activity)
- By attending Academy events and lectures, including regular state and territory gatherings organised by convenors in most Australian capitals
Social Science researchers
- Participate in our events and activities (link)
- Apply for a grant or nominate yourself or a colleague for an award
- Have your say through a consultation process on one of our major policy initiatives
- Register an event for Social Sciences Week in September, or join one of the dozens of activities that take place around the country
Other friends and colleagues
- Read our Socium magazine, full of fascinating insights on the work and expertise of Academy Fellows
- Browse the range of high-quality, evidence-based school teaching and learning resources produced by the Academy’s Seriously Social initiative
- Listen through our back catalogue of Seriously Social podcasts
- Come along to one of our events or public lecture to hear from leading experts on a broad range of social issues.
The best way to stay on top of these activities is to sign up to the Academy’s monthly newsletter (link), and to subscribe to our social media channels.
For more information, or to discuss specific ideas, please email our friendly team at info@socialsciences.org.au or call (02) 6249 1788