The Social Research Association

In our latest blog, Helen Busby explores how ethical concerns around innovative methods like visual techniques and spatial mapping are being addressed. She also shares practical tips for supporting ethical practice in this changing landscape.

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In this post, originally published on @ukdsimpact.bsky.social blog, Oyinlola Oyebode presents a personal view on the importance of the Health Survey for England & encourages participation in the ONS questionnaire on the future of population health surveys.
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Our September training courses are now open for registration!

Whether you're new to the industry or looking to sharpen your skills, our expert-led sessions are designed to support your professional development.

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#SocialResearch #ProfessionalDevelopment #Training

The latest edition of Research Matters features interviews with Craig Watkins, CEO of @veriangroup.com, & Kelly Beaver MBE, Chief Executive of @ipsosintheuk.bsky.social
They share their career journeys & thoughts on the research industry.
Take a read here: lnkd.in/euBiqTvj
#SocialResearch #Careers

Hard to believe it was just a week ago that we hosted our sold-out SRA Conference!
A huge thank you to everyone who joined us. We’re already looking forward to seeing you again next year!
You can register now for 2026 and enjoy reduced prices up until the end of August: lnkd.in/ezyNGEEcl

With this years conference now wrapped up we wanted to say a big thank you to all our sponsors and exhibitors who helped to make it a big success.

#SocialResearch #SRAConf25 #AnnualConference

🎉 We’re at full capacity for this year’s SRA Annual Conference!

Looking forward to a dynamic day filled with insightful keynotes, interactive breakout sessions, and invaluable networking opportunities. Excited to connect, learn, and grow with everyone attending!

Wearing my @the-sra.org.uk hat at the @wiserd-research.bsky.social annual conference.

If you’re there too, please find me to have chat about how we support the social research community in Wales and beyond.

SRA blog: Miranda Lewis, Director, M2 Consultancy & SRA Trainer, explores the key distinctions between evaluation & learning partnerships, the opportunities & challenges they create, & the essential skills researchers need to thrive in these co-learning spaces.
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Join us in Leeds for an in-person SRA North event, where 4 expert speakers will share their insights & experiences applying Behavioural Science in social research. Discover diverse methods, perspectives, & real-world applications from a range of backgrounds.
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Still thinking about joining us at #SRAConf25? We’ve created themed pathways to help you get the most from the day—whether your focus is innovation, inclusion, evaluation, or professional development, there’s a route tailored to you.
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WEBINAR RESOURCES

Our recent webinar on Applications of AI in the Public Sector drew over 250 participants and featured valuable insights now available online.

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Are you an SRA member facing travel costs to attend #SRAConf25 in London?
We're offering a limited number of bursaries to help reduce financial barriers for researchers without organisational travel support.
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#SRAConf25 #AnnualConference #SocialResearch

We’re proud to unveil an exceptional keynote line-up for this year’s conference, each offering timely reflections on the role of social research in a rapidly changing world.

Book now: the-sra.org.uk/SRAConferenc...

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💥WEBINAR- Applications of AI in Public Sector
📆Thursday 8th May
🕐12.30-14.00
💻Online

Register now: the-sra.org.uk/Shared_Conte...

#SocialResearch #AI #Webinar

Final reminder: our Early Bird offer ends this Wednesday at 5 PM!

Save 10% by registering early — don’t miss the opportunity to secure your spot and save.

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In this webinar speakers from Ofsted and the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero will talk about their use of AI in analysis and how it can drive productivity and improve outcomes whilst dealing with large volumes of responses.

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SRA BLOG: n this blog Emilie Smeaton, Director of Trauma Informed Research, explores the importance of trauma-informed and culturally competent research practice.

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#SocialResearch #TraumaInformed #CulturallyCompetent

💥 Big News! Our Annual Conference Programme is Live!💥

We're thrilled to announce the full programme for this year's SRA Annual Conference taking place on July 9th at the Royal College of Physicians in London.

Explore the full schedule and register now: the-sra.org.uk/SRAConferenc...
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We have extended our early bird offer to 5pm on Wednesday 30th April.
Register before this date and receive 10% off.

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In this blog, Karen O’Reilly, author of Qualitative Research Methods for Everyone, explains why qualitative samples should be evaluated for their quality not size.

Read more here: the-sra.org.uk/SRA/Blog/Qua...
#SocialResearch #Qual #research

We hope to see as many of you as possible at this years Roger Jowel Memorial Lecture. If you can't make it in person we will also be online.

📆Today - 9th April - 6-7.30pm
📍 City St George’s, University of London and online

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#SocialResearh #Research #MidLife

So much great feedback from last years conference. We have particpants returning year after year.

Make sure you secure your spot now: www.the-sra.org.uk/SRA/SRA/Even...

#SRAConf25 #AnnualConference #SocialResearch

As part of our Research Matters Magazine series on careers in Social Research, Andrew Phelps has interviewed Anna Marcinkiewicz, freelance research and evaluation consultant, about her experience as a social researcher and her thoughts on freelancing.
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The answers to these questions will be crucial in shaping future guidelines for using Gen-AI in qualitative analysis across different contexts.

Join us today from 2:00 to 3:30 PM at the University of Manchester for the annual Cathie Marsh Memorial Lecture. This year, we’ll explore some of the most pressing challenges in qualitative research as we navigate the impact of #Gen-AI on our work.
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We are proud to announce that Graham Farrant has been appointed as a Patron of the SRA, in recognition of his longstanding dedication and impactful contributions to the association.

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Register now for The Cathie Marsh Memorial Lecture 2025

📆 20th March
🕐 2pm-2.30pm
📍 The University of Manchester

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#SocialResearch #Research #Ai

@royalstatsoc.bsky.social

The government is placing high hopes on AI to improve productivity in public services.

New data on how public sector employees use their time & which tasks they view as unimportant suggests opportunities to boost both productivity & job satisfaction.

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💥 We’re thrilled to announce that registration is now open for the SRA Annual Conference 2025: Embracing Change, Driving Discovery. 💥
Join us on 9th July 2025 in London for an inspiring day of innovation, insights, and collaboration.

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