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Leeds Institute for Societal Futures
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Society needs to change - let's change it together.
Visit: https://societal.leeds.ac.uk/
Want to shape the future, not just watch it happen?

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Because tomorrow isn’t waiting. Neither should you.

#SocietalFutures #Leeds #Change
January 6, 2026 at 11:23 AM
Want to see how research creates real-world impact?
Join us at the Joint IAA Showcase @ the University of Leeds.
Discover how Impact Acceleration Account (IAA) funding has amplified research projects across the university—turning ideas into action and innovation.
Book your place here: bit.ly/3L36z5E
January 5, 2026 at 10:26 AM
Professors Louise Waite and Hai‑Sui Yu introduce the Leeds Institute for Societal Futures - a bold and collaborative space for tackling society's biggest challenges. Big ideas start here.
Watch the vision unfold.
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#SocietalFutures #Leeds
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December 22, 2025 at 1:06 PM
As part of the White Rose Doctoral Training Partnership (WRDTP) all @universityofleeds.bsky.social Postgraduate Researchers in the social sciences can attend WRDTP training & events, irrespective of funding source!

Read the latest training & events roundup on SharePoint bit.ly/48XakkO #PGR #Leeds
December 16, 2025 at 11:27 AM
Thinking about applying for a WRDTP studentship? If so, we strongly encourage you to submit your application for a PhD place at the @universityofleeds.bsky.social by 7 January 2026. This will allow sufficient time to consider your PhD application ahead of the studentship deadline!🧑‍🎓💻🗓️
#funding #PhD
🎓Apply now for ESRC White Rose DTP PhD studentships commencing Oct '26 @universityofleeds.bsky.social

💠Application deadline: 21 Jan 2026
💠Open to UK & international applicants
💠Funding includes fees + stipend
💠Specialist awards available

👉 Further info: bit.ly/471gXBM
#Funding #PhD #Studentships
December 12, 2025 at 3:53 PM
Reposted by Leeds Institute for Societal Futures
Faculty of Social Sciences scores strong PRES results!
96% positive in Supervision and 92% in Research Skills Development – big gains since the last survey.
We’re committed to building on this success and creating an environment where PGRs can thrive.

tinyurl.com/bjv2ymda

#PRES #SocialSciences
December 9, 2025 at 2:42 PM
🚨We’re hiring!

Join the University of Leeds as a Commercialisation Manager (SHAPE) & help turn social sciences & humanities research into real-world impact.
Work with brilliant teams, foster social enterprise culture, & connect ideas to markets.

Apply here: bit.ly/3MqoZNZ
#jobs #commercialisation
December 9, 2025 at 12:08 PM
AI is everywhere – but who’s making sure it’s ethical?

Launching Sept '26: The new MSc in AI Ethics and Society.

Covers real-world challenges. Interdisciplinary learning. Industry collaboration. Shape the future of AI responsibly.

🔗 bit.ly/4oucNJf

#AI #Ethics #PG @universityofleeds.bsky.social
Creating future AI leaders
Students on a unique new course will learn sought-after leadership skills in how to responsibly manage Artificial Intelligence (AI).
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December 4, 2025 at 9:05 AM
🎓Apply now for ESRC White Rose DTP PhD studentships commencing Oct '26 @universityofleeds.bsky.social

💠Application deadline: 21 Jan 2026
💠Open to UK & international applicants
💠Funding includes fees + stipend
💠Specialist awards available

👉 Further info: bit.ly/471gXBM
#Funding #PhD #Studentships
December 2, 2025 at 4:05 PM
🎨 Creativity isn’t a luxury - it’s a lifeline.
The final #ChildrenFirst report calls for arts and culture to be embedded in every school, for every child.
Because talent is everywhere, but opportunity isn’t.
Read the evidence and join the movement.
#ChildOfTheNorth #Health #Inequality #Creativity
For our final report update in our #ChildrenFirst campaign we evidence the economic and social value of arts-based
interventions.

Creative arts must not be marginalised at a time when children need them most.

Learn more: www.n8research.org.uk/research-foc...

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December 2, 2025 at 10:10 AM
🚀 Students aren’t just learning AI ethics - they’re shaping it. Our new MSc in AI Ethics and Society is co-created with learners from day one. Find out how pizza sparked pedagogy: bit.ly/4pxTiAp

#EthicalAI #SocietalFutures #MastersAtLeeds #FutureLeaders #PostgradLeeds
Co-creating the new AI Ethics and Society MSc - Leeds Institute for Societal Futures
Student ideas are influencing our programme before the first lecture begins. We worked with the Student Partnerships Team to involve students from the outset At Leeds Institute for Societal Futures we...
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November 27, 2025 at 11:49 AM
📢 Online workshop - Intro to AI ethics - for all @universityofleeds.bsky.social staff, developed in collaboration with OD&PL.

🗓️10/12/25
⏲️14:00-15:30
🔗https://bit.ly/4puTPDj

Explore bias, sustainability & cognitive deskilling vs assistance. Taking a practical approach using real-world case studies.
November 24, 2025 at 10:12 AM
Join our virtual PG Open Day on 29 Nov! bit.ly/48qh4rp
Discover why Leeds grads are a top choice for graduate employers.

Explore our AI Ethics & Society MSc - challenge-led, interdisciplinary, and open to tech & non-tech backgrounds. Book now: bit.ly/3VTE8J5
#PG #AIEthics #Society #Leeds
November 19, 2025 at 11:07 AM
LSSI has evolved into Leeds Institute for Societal Futures!

At the end of this year, the LSSI website will go offline. Please bookmark our new home: societal.leeds.ac.uk for updates on research, education, and impact.

@universityofleeds.bsky.social #Leeds #SocietalFutures #society
November 13, 2025 at 9:34 AM
📢 ESRC Impact Acceleration Account funding call is open!
🗓️ Deadline: 26 Nov 2025

Explore how our funding streams can boost the impact of your research.

💻 Visit our SharePoint site for guidance, application forms, & inspiring case studies: bit.ly/47HyZt4

#ResearchImpact #Funding #Opportunity
November 7, 2025 at 3:14 PM
🪥👊 Tooth decay is still the top reason for hospital admissions in 5–9 year olds - and children in the North are hit hardest. Tackling oral health is key to addressing health inequalities. Support the #ChildrenFirst campaign and help drive change. #HealthInequalities #Leeds
For week 8 of our #ChildrenFirst campaign, we're talking oral health

New gov policies reflect evidence from Child of the North and @cfyounglives.bsky.social and offer optimism, but there is still much to do

Social inequalities must be addressed so that no child is left behind

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November 5, 2025 at 12:34 PM
🎓Apply now for ESRC White Rose DTP PhD studentships commencing Oct 26 @universityofleeds.bsky.social

💠Application deadline: 21 Jan 2026
💠Open to UK & international applicants
💠Funding includes fees + stipend
💠Specialist awards available

👉 Further info: bit.ly/471gXBM #Funding #PhD #Studentships
November 4, 2025 at 2:50 PM
🚨Application window extended 🚨

Colleagues from @universityofleeds.bsky.social can now apply for the next Building Impact Momentum programme - helping researchers to define their research impact (impact beyond the academy & not academic impact) & build it into their research projects. Full details👇
📢 Register your interest in our Building Impact Momentum programme, helping you to develop concrete ideas for impact which can be applied to research projects or in grant applications.

⏰ Deadline: 9 November 2025
🗓️ Runs December 2025 to March 2026
➡️ Find out more: bit.ly/4ogFcn0
November 3, 2025 at 3:42 PM
Children are growing up in a world shaped by algorithms and data - often without safeguards for their rights or wellbeing. The Child of the North campaign aligns with our Ethical AI and Responsible Digital Societies: tech must serve society, not the other way around. #EthicalAI #DigitalDivide
The digital divide continues to limit the life chances of millions of children in Northern England.

Join our campaign to put #ChildrenFirst

www.n8research.org.uk/research-foc...

Head to the comments for more info and resources...

#DigitalDivide #DigitalInclusion #DigitalFutures
October 24, 2025 at 1:34 PM
Colleagues from @universityofleeds.bsky.social can now apply for the next Building Impact Momentum programme - helping researchers to define their research impact (impact beyond the academy and not academic impact) & build it into their research projects. Full details and how to apply below:
📢 Register your interest in our Building Impact Momentum programme, helping you to develop concrete ideas for impact which can be applied to research projects or in grant applications.

⏰ Deadline: 2 November 2025
🗓️ Runs December 2025 to March 2026
➡️ Find out more: bit.ly/4apHwC4
October 24, 2025 at 8:47 AM
🚨The Festival of Social Science is running until 8 Nov. There's a Leeds hosted online event this evening 'Safeguarding Tabletop Gaming Spaces', and 2 #LeedsLightNight installations Wed/Thur evenings - amongst many more @universityofleeds.bsky.social 🏮💡🌟

To find out more visit🔗 bit.ly/3WCWuOK
October 21, 2025 at 2:46 PM
Division is a choice. How do we choose connection instead?

Polarisation is rising, trust is fading. At Leeds Institute for Societal Futures, we’re building a future of open conversation, shared truths, and democratic values.
Join us: societal.leeds.ac.uk

#Leeds #Polarisation #Trust #SocialCohesion
October 20, 2025 at 11:03 AM
🚨 Children in the North face a health crisis due to inactivity & inequality🚨

Leeds Institute for Societal Futures backs the #ChildrenFirst campaign calling for urgent change. Read the report and find out more👉 bit.ly/3KVmiTN

#ChildOfTheNorth #HealthInequalities #N8 @universityofleeds.bsky.social
Children in the North are losing up to 10 years of life due to inactivity and inequality - N8 Research Partnership
Latest analysis from Child of the North reinforces how schools should not just be sites of learning, but key settings for support and holistic approaches to childhood health.
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October 17, 2025 at 8:58 AM
🚜🤖 Can AI help feed the world without repeating past mistakes? Martin Parker’s blog explores the ethics of AI in agriculture - and why responsible tech must be co-created, not imposed. A must-read for futures thinkers.

#EthicalAI #DigitalSociety #FoodJustice #WorldFoodDay
New blog: 'AI in food production: How much should we worry about big tech?' by @martinp556.bsky.social, PhD researcher.

👉 globalfoodleeds.medium.com/ai-in-food-p...

#WorldFoodDay #AI

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October 16, 2025 at 2:25 PM
🚜 Migrant workers feed the nation - but who feeds their rights? This research by Roxana Barbulescu & Bethany Robertson exposes the precarity behind UK food security. Migration must mean dignity, not disposability. #MigrationJustice #Belonging #WorldFoodDay
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🌍World Food Day 2025 #FoodforAll

📹 Listen as Dr Roxana Barbulescu & Dr Bethany Robertson discuss the ESRC funded project 'Feeding the Nation' which explores the vital role of seasonal workers and farming in supporting our food system ⬇️
www.youtube.com/watch?v=7Ggn...

@globalfoodleeds.bsky.social
Roxana Barbulescu & Bethany Robertson-Feeding the nation-seasonal migrant workers and food security
YouTube video by University of Leeds
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October 16, 2025 at 10:40 AM