Social science sites of the week 24th May 2020
Here is the latest round up of social science sites of the week
Look at the blog for links to key documents which are currently being added.
Covid-19
BBC Media action – details of programmes it is using worldwide to promote and discuss COVID 19 responsibly
African Voices in the Pandemic- a good source are the Afrobarometer dispatches which are capturing the experiences of citizens from a number of nations. They include comments on the state of democracy attitudes to lockdowns.
Translating COVID-19 is a new series of video conversations exploring the role of translation in the context of the current global health crisis. What is its role when others are saving lives? The first video, featuring Prof Nicola Gardini (Italian and Comparative Literature, Oxford), has just been released:
It is part of a broader research project called Translating Illness. Convened by Dr Marta Arnaldi a Laming Research Fellow at The Queen’s College, Oxford. In addition to the podcasts there is also a youtube channel
Race and Diversity scoop.it page has links to some comments on race and the pandemic
Mental Health Awareness week- student mental health resources
This week is Mental Health WeekTime to change has reports on stigma suffered by those experiencing mental health issues
however in the current situation it is important. than ever to remember mental health
this is why
United Nations has raised concern about the lockdown on mental Health
indeed ONS reported high levels of anxiety amongst British adults
Universities UK has recently issued guidance on supporting staff and studentsThe Office for Students has also issued a briefing
HEPI has highlighted the existing pressures on academic staff in the current system
In its survey of 17 universities it 17 universities, there has been a rise in staff access to counselling of 155% in recent years. The highest increases were at the University of Bath (500%), the University of Kent (325%) and Keele University (203%). Comparisons are made on progress since an earlier survey in 2017.Coping with COVID 19 a guide for students written by students This guide has been created as part of the Rethink Mental Illness Step Up Universities project, which is funded by the City Bridge Trust. The scheme uses students’ real-life experiences to try and foster a positive mental health community and help other students with their mental health. This guide has been created by Kay-Lee, Helena and Ioana with illustrations from Dylan Wilson.Student Minds has an excellent list of resources for supporting student mental health during these difficult times. Their blog has stories, sharing and tips by students.Mental Health Foundation has useful publications you can download
indeed ONS reported high levels of anxiety amongst British adults
Universities UK has recently issued guidance on supporting staff and studentsThe Office for Students has also issued a briefing
HEPI has highlighted the existing pressures on academic staff in the current system
In its survey of 17 universities it 17 universities, there has been a rise in staff access to counselling of 155% in recent years. The highest increases were at the University of Bath (500%), the University of Kent (325%) and Keele University (203%). Comparisons are made on progress since an earlier survey in 2017.Coping with COVID 19 a guide for students written by students This guide has been created as part of the Rethink Mental Illness Step Up Universities project, which is funded by the City Bridge Trust. The scheme uses students’ real-life experiences to try and foster a positive mental health community and help other students with their mental health. This guide has been created by Kay-Lee, Helena and Ioana with illustrations from Dylan Wilson.Student Minds has an excellent list of resources for supporting student mental health during these difficult times. Their blog has stories, sharing and tips by students.Mental Health Foundation has useful publications you can download
The International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia
was created in 2004 to draw the attention to the violence and discrimination experienced by lesbian, gay, bisexuals, transgender, intersex people and all other people with diverse sexual orientations, gender identities or expressions, and sex characteristics
The date of May 17th was specifically chosen to commemorate the World Health Organization’s decision in 1990 to declassify homosexuality as a mental disorder.
It remains important at this time. This article from the Advocate provides insight into the global situation for LGBT communities under lockdown
FRA Europe's most recent survey across Europe found that while there was more openness in some countries there had been little progress since 2012 and a climate of fear and prejudice continued.
The Rainbow Europe is ILGA-Europe’s annual benchmarking tool, which ranks 49 countries in Europe on their LGBTI equality laws and policies
shows that There has been no positive change in 49% of countries
For the second year in a row, countries are moving backwards on the Rainbow Index, as existing protections are disappearing
Trans rights are where most of the current movement in terms of LGBTI equality is happening, for better or worse. the map has score cards and data on a wide range of indicators ranging from employment, equality laws, hate crime. Indexes from 2009 onwards can be consulted on the website
Interesting infographic developed as part of a research project examining the experiences of women working as peace mediators. They present the findings of a series of interviews with women who acted as peace mediators in Northern Ireland in the period 1994-2004. Since 2000 the Women Peace and Security Agenda has promoted a greater role for women in the field of peace and security. The images express the barriers women face in undertaking mediation roles as peace negotiators
Amplifying women’s voices: A Gender Balance Guide For Media
A useful guide from WAN-IFRA and Women in the news
it aims to educate news rooms on gender stereotypes in the media, how to avoid them, organisational strategies and methods from tracking gender balances in the media
it aims to educate news rooms on gender stereotypes in the media, how to avoid them, organisational strategies and methods from tracking gender balances in the media
The Interactive Cambridge Analytica Map
Just launched on the Propaganda website . This valuable source from Dr Emma L Briant maps the reported global reach of all related companies (1989-2018) exposing their potential role in disinformation. This is a work in progress and intended to give insight into the scale.
Volunteer work Database
ILO has now listed on its website indicators relating to volunteer work in over 60 nations from 2009-2019. It is possible to get national data and numbers by gender and type of volunteer work , Results taken from household and social surveys . Methodology supplied on the website . the site also links to ILO resources on the topic including resolutions and programme reports
Curated in 2020 for Black History Month by university of California, Berkeley aims to spotlight black culture in Latin American and Caribbean using the Library’s resources. The online exhibit reproduces the physical layout of the room and includes photos of the exhibits . It covers African slaves in Latin America and the Caribbean with text and bibliographies
Finally
Cultural site of the Week the Virtual Chelsea Flower show
Includes a digital archive of past shows, online gardening tips and videos of beautiful gardens
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