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School of Applied Social Studies

We provide an educational and research environment that promotes a culture of critical intellectual and practice enquiry in the social sciences based upon participation, inclusion and diversity.

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31 Mar

Webinar #14: Moving Outside the Box – Adventure and Nature-Based Practice Through a Social Work Lens in Ireland

Tuesday 31st March 2026, 1-2 pm (Irish time, same time as London, Lisbon). Click on the read more button to find out more about this free webinar. Click here to watch the webinar. Presenter: Philip Stallard, New Wave Wild Project Image copyright: New Wave Wild Project
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New Self-Care Resource for Health and Social Care Professionals

SPARK² is a free, evidence-informed self-care tool designed for professionals working in health, social care, and community services. Developed at University College Cork by Kenneth Burns, Conor O’Mahony, and Elaine O’Callaghan, the tool supports practitioners to reflect on ten key areas of their personal and professional lives — from sleep and physical health to supervision, technology use, and emotional wellbeing.
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Dr. Calvin Swords awarded a Research Ireland New Foundations Grant

Dr. Calvin Swords has been awarded a Research Ireland New Foundations Grant for a project in partnership with Shine: Mental Health Support, Advocacy, Education.
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Ombudsman for Children (Finland), Dr Elina Pekkarinen
19 Feb

Webinar #13: Children's rights in alternative care - hearing directly from children

Thursday 19th February 2026, 1-2 pm (Irish time, same time as London, Lisbon). Click on the read more button to find out more about this free webinar. Click here to watch the webinar.  Presenter: Dr Elina Pekkarinen, Ombudsman for Children, Finland
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