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Applied Sociology

Aims and objectives:

The Applied Sociology Thematic Group aims to create a supportive network for applied social researchers working in non-academic positions, and to increase visibility of their research projects, activities and achievements. Applied sociologists are employed in diverse contexts, including (but not limited to): consultancy and private industry, government and non-government organisations, and other contract work. Applied sociology has a focus on practical applications of sociological knowledge with a view to providing improved outcomes for different groups of people. This research is often conducted within a multidisciplinary environment and in collaboration with different organisations, including community services, activist groups and universities. Members are involved in dynamic research projects, including policy development, community advocacy, project management, and social welfare.

The Applied Sociology Thematic Group is committed to enhancing understanding of the challenges that their members face in their everyday working environments and in negotiating their career trajectories. The Group’s objectives are:

  • To raise the public profile of applied sociological research within TASA, academia and the wider public
  • To support sociology graduates and to develop an agenda for career opportunities outside of academia
  • To provide a basis for streams on applied sociology at TASA conferences
  • To organise workshops, seminars, conferences, lectures and other research activities on topics related to applied sociological research, with a sensitivity to the funding, geographic and time constraints of members’ working lives
  • To encourage publications that address the issues encountered by sociologists working outside academia
  • To nurture relationships with other interdisciplinary groups and organisations

Year established:

2007

Convenor and contact details:
Dr Anthony Hogan, Fellow, National Centre for Epidemiology and Public Health, ANU
anthony.hogan@anu.edu.au

Co-convenor:
Dr Zuleyka Zevallos , Social Scientist, Defence Science and Technology Organisation
Zuleyka.Zevallos@dsto.defence.gov.au

Members:

Dr Joy Adams-Jackson
Malcolm Alexander
Sue Anderson
Thierrys Barlaen
Kathleen Berton
Alex Blaelock
Michael Bleasdale
Anne Bosio
Melanie Boursnell
Owen Boushel
Dina Bowman
Kate Brooks
Jo-Ann Brown
Scott Burrows
KarinaButera
Eileen Clarke
Angela Dwyer
Dr John Falzon
Toby Fattore
Anthony Hogan
Dr Jan Ali
Roberta Julian
Deborah Lupton
Brenda Mackie
Lucy Nelms
Peter Sainsbury
Jennifer Sinclair
Marie Shepherd
Dr Stephen Smith
Lauren Tolsma
Yoland Wadsworth
Dr Christine Walker
Dr Zuleyka Zevallos

Annual reports:

Click here for the 2008 Annual Report

Click here for the 2009 Annual Report

Links:

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