We are an inter-disciplinary group encompassing several fields of study in the School of Social Sciences (education, social work, criminology, sociology, psychology, cultural studies and health) and across departments within the university.
Our current membership has undertaken research in Wales, across the UK and internationally on topics such as child sexual exploitation, religious identities, health and wellbeing, the experiences of care experienced children and young people and young carers, student activism, and safeguarding children in local communities.
Membership includes research associates/fellows, masters/doctoral students, post-doctoral fellows and academic staff and our key aim is to maintain, support and develop the diversity and quality of childhood research and contribute to innovations in theoretical, methodological and policy development in the field of childhood and youth studies.
Activities include some of the following:
- seminar programme (presentation of research findings, work in progress, ideas for future research)
- themed workshops
- sharing events and opportunities to our mailing list
- social events
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Research that matters
Our research makes a difference to people’s lives as we work across disciplines to tackle major challenges facing society, the economy and our environment.
Postgraduate research
Our research degrees give the opportunity to investigate a specific topic in depth among field-leading researchers.
Our research impact
Our research case studies highlight some of the areas where we deliver positive research impact.