For International Women’s Day this year, the Sociology Department celebrates the memory and legacy of Ruth First, who taught in the Department in the 1970s.

Research in the Sociology Department focuses on the lives of people in very different contexts around the world.

Our Department of Sociology has launched a new PhD scholarship on contextual safeguarding aimed at candidates with experience of care.

The Department of Sociology, Durham University is delighted to announce a new partnership agreement with the Department of Applied Social Sciences of The Hong Kong Polytechnic University.

Research Associate in Medical Humanities Veronica Heney reviews the latest example of a rising genre of women's fiction.

Loneliness has been identified as a major challenge for social work because of its significant impact on health and social care services, particularly for older people. It is linked to conditions like heart disease, stroke and Alzheimer’s disease.

A new report reveals the challenges mothers face trying to maintain a relationship with their children whilst in prison, and recommends additional support.

The Department of Sociology’s Master of Social Work (MSW) is celebrating its 20th anniversary this year.

We have signed an agreement with Durham Constabulary and the Durham Police and Crime Commissioner to work together for the benefit of local communities.

Read about how colleagues incorporate Disability Inclusion, Rights, and Justice into their research and teaching, in the Department of Sociology.

Postgraduate students from the Department of Sociology have been recognised for their outstanding work on their placement with the Durham Police and Crime Commissioner’s Office.

Our researchers have worked with community support workers to explore the drivers behind foodbank use and offer alternative solutions to support vulnerable people.