Publish or Perish? The Sociological Review Foundation Workshop

Wed, Jun 17, 2026, 9:30 AM – 1:00 PM (BST). Online

I am delighted to share that I will be delivering a an online workshop on behalf of the Sociological Review Foundation on the topic of navigating the ‘Publish or Perish’ culture.

How do we bridge the gap between rigorous academic research and meaningful public impact? Publish or Perish: Strategies, Tips and Tricks for Communicating Sociology:

What to expect:
Honest strategies for academic publishing.
Practical tips and tricks for media engagement.
Guidance on communicating research with clarity and purpose

More blurb: We are honored to have Karen O’Reilly (Emeritus Professor of Sociology, Loughborough University) facilitating this session. As an expert ethnographer and host of the Qualitative Research Methods for Everyone podcast, Karen brings deep experience in translating complex sociology for mainstream media (BBC, major press) and government policy.

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