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Driven by Social Justice

“Research in the humanities, arts and social sciences is often driven by philosophies of social justice and public benefit, which don’t always sit comfortably with commercialisation. It thrives on an impressive degree of unpaid knowledge transfer and engagement that’s uncosted and often undervalued.”

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Take Responsibility for the Mind

The Social Science Quote for the Week comes from Gabor Maté, a physician who specialises in mind-body wellbeing.

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A Dangerous Luxury

“A point of view can be a dangerous luxury when substituted for insight and understanding.” ― Marshall McLuhan.

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I Wander Through the World and Cry “Peace, Peace, Peace”

“Der Rufer” (The Caller) was dedicated to torture victims and survivors. Originally created in 1967 by sculptor Gerhard Marcks, another version was recommissioned in 1989 in Berlin before the Wall came down.

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The Harm of Censorship

Today’s quote comes from artist Ai Weiwei, who penned an essay for the New York Times on the impact of censorship on civil society in China.

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