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Research centre announces university-wide poster competition for PGRs and ECRs
By: Eve Wilcox
Last updated: Friday, 11 April 2025
Call for Posters!
Innovating for Social Change: A University-Wide PGR & ECR Competition
The Centre for Social Work Innovation and Research (CSWIR)is pleased to announce a social change-inspiredposter competition for Postgraduate Research (PGR) students and Early Career Researchers (ECRs) at the University of Sussex.
CSWIR is a unique research community driving the future of social work and social well-being. Recognising that complex social issues demand diverse perspectives and innovative solutions, this competition aims to showcase the impactful research being conducted by PGRs and ECRs across the University, in alignment with CSWIR's core vision for a more just and equitable society.
We welcome poster submissions from all faculties that demonstrate innovative approaches to:
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Understanding Social Problems in a Changing World
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Relationship-Based Social Justice
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Collaboration in Social Innovation
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Methodological Innovation & Decolonising Research
The prize:
Five prestigious awards, each with a £100 voucher, will be up for grabs!
We will also print the first 20 posters submitted, completely free of charge.
Deadlines:
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Deadline for Expression of Interest: Wednesday 23 April 17:00PM (Register intent via CSWIR@sussex.ac.ukwith: Name, position, department, poster title, a brief (250-word) alignment explanation, availability, and PGR/ECR status)
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Poster Submission Deadline: Monday 26 May 9:00AM (Submit completed poster to CSWIR@sussex.ac.uk)
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Poster Display, Voting & Prizes: Tuesday, 17 June, 12:00-14:00 (in person on campus, location to be confirmed): Poster display & public sticker voting (12:00-13:30), Prize announcement & awards (13:30-14:00)
Full terms and details here, including eligibility and assessment criteria!
Please email cswir@sussex.ac.uk if you have any queries at all. We look forward to hearing form you!