Social Science Quote: Ban Ki-moon on Business Sustainability
This week’s Social Science Quote is from United Nations Secretary General Ban Ki-moon who shows how the business sector can contribute to sustainability. He says businesses have a “vital role to play” in improving our environmental future. Continue reading Social Science Quote: Ban Ki-moon on Business Sustainability
Sociology of Apologising
A sociology study finds that white men in public positions, especially politicians, are most likely to have to issue a public statement of apology, usually in connection to racism or a similarly offensive remark.
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“Ultimately, no matter who you are or where you are, you have an equal opportunity to participate and be an active…
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New Refugee Health Knowledge
Continue reading “New Refugee Health Knowledge”“We need to create new refugee health knowledge through evidence-based research that can potentially bring specific health care support for refugees. That will have a positive impact on public health.”
Socioeconomics of Science Communication
People from low socio-economic status (SES) who read science news frequently score lower when confronted with new…
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Find Your Professional Voice on Twitter
Many small to medium businesses haven’t stopped to plan their social media plan before they launch on Twitter. While they see it’s important to have an online presence, the typical mistakes they make all revolve around the fact that they don’t have a professional communication strategy.
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Diversity in Business
Psychologist Katherine Phillips has drawn together decades of social science research, showing socially and culturally diverse groups improve business through exposure to new information and problem solving.
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Social Science Quote: Education and Civic Participation
A well-rounded education includes engaging students on becoming involved in civic participation.
Continue reading “Social Science Quote: Education and Civic Participation”How to Manage Racism Using Social Science
Here’s a personal account of how Social Science has helped a not for profit worker address issues of racism. Jaya Gajparia works to help disabled people find meaningful work. Continue reading How to Manage Racism Using Social Science
Take the Time to Play
“Never lose your inner child.” Sociologists have shown the importance of play, leisure and recreation to work-life balance.
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