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- Workshop 1: From gender sensitivity to gender responsiveness in policy
-Workshop 2: Gendered interests vs. gendered needs
-Workshop 3: Teaching gender revisited
and Well-Being
and Sanitation
and Economic
Growth
clean Energy
Inequalities
Cities and
Communities
Consumption
and Production
Water
and strong
Institutions
for the Goals
Innovation and
Infrastructure
Cultural Complexities, Social Work and SDGs
Conceptual publication with a synopsis of the SDGs in relation to social workers’ role to address social development challenges in a culturally diverse country.
Zimba, Z.
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Prevention of Teenage Pregnancy
The aim of this study is to evaluate psycho-social factors in teenage pregnancy with the aim of developing teenage pregnancy prevention model
Dimo P.M
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Food Forests
To promote and practice food forestry that draws on aspects of permaculture and eco-hydrology to maximise the biodiverse use of land and promote ecosystems for health, wellbeing and sustainable living.
De Beer, M
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Social Work practice and Climate Change
ASASWEI 2021 conference paper (tittle: Locating social workers’ response on climate change using local indigenous knowledge).
Zimba, Z.F
Social Workers with Disabilities
The research focused on investigating the feasibility of utilizing theoretical skills in practice, such as observation skills and communication skills for social workers living with disabilities.
Zimba, Z.F
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Disability Sexual Assistance
Researching, conferencing and publishing on the sexual assistance of people with disabilities to raise awareness and sexual citizenship of people with severe disabilities.
See here
De Beer, M
UJ Staff Wellness Committee
To understand staff wellness, impact of COVID-19 lockdown at UJ and address concerns, together with representatives from the University.
Nadesan, V.S.
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Alcoholism and the Family
Actively engagement in Alcoholics Anonymous South Africa, in AA in Sub-Saharan Africa and AA Worldwide. Media exposure to discuss effects on alcoholism, foetal alcohol syndrome. Regular webinars on alcoholism and the family
Nadesan, V.S.
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Poverty and Inequality: Taking Social Work into the 21st century
Co-ordinated the ASASWEI 2021 conference on Poverty and Inequality, allowed for 184 related papers to be presented on an international platform. Currently editing above Conference Papers for publication.
Nadesan, V.S.
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Clit+ Artistic Activism
Using mixed mediums, e.g., 3D printing, natural products (stone/rocks), clay, foam, etc. for educational and awareness raising for the appreciation of the clitoris and for people with clitoris’s to be more empowered and to take their sexual agency back.
See here
De Beer, M
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Africa Network of Care-leaving Researchers
Pan-African research network focused on advancing researchers and research on the transition of young people raised in alternative care settings (residential, foster, group home, etc.) towards young adulthood.
See here
Van Breda, AD
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International Research Network on Transitions to Adulthood from Care
Global research network focused on advancing researchers and research on the transition of young people raised in alternative care settings (residential, foster, group home, etc.) towards young adulthood.
See here
Van Breda, AD
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International Federation for Social Work Africa Conference
IFSW Conference paper (titled: Contribution of ubuntu resilience to social work’s achievement of sustainable development goals) explored how resilience and ubuntu combined to achieve many SDGs through indigenous paradigms.
See here
Van Breda, AD
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Care-leaving practice forum (Gauteng and Western Cape)
A research-to-practice forum focused on facilitating the transition of young people raised in alternative care settings (mostly residential care) towards young adulthood.
Van Breda, AD
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Care Leaving Practice Forum
This forum focusses on making research applicable in the practice context of care settings (CYCC’s). The focus is facilitating the transition of young people who were raised in CYCC’s out of the care system and towards young adulthood.
Bond, S. J.
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Education
Cross country study (SA, China and India) on decolonised social work education
Nadesan, V.S.
Well-being of Social Work Students
Paper presented on social work student identities; international conference hosted by a college in India (SSUS)
Nadesan, V.S.
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Transition to Online Learning During COVID-19 Pandemic
Research study on undergrad students at UJ on the relationship between student anxiety and the transition to online learning (2021 project)
Nadesan
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Return to On-Campus Post-COVID
Research on relationship between student anxiety and return to on-campus activities (2022)
Nadesan, V.S.
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Student wellbeing
Joint study with SA universities on social work student well-being post-COVID (2022)
Nadesan, V.S.
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Girls 4 Girls Mentorship programme
A mentorship programme aimed at empowering the girl child to lead and take up leadership positions in the same spaces as men-changing their lives and those of their communities in the process.
The programme helps the girl child realise that they are capable of leading, same way men, creating opportunities for gender equalities in leadership spaces
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Dr Du Toit research
By focusing on paid domestic work and outsourcing, his work contributes to debates on the working conditions and employment relations of domestic workers.
His work on domestic work also looks at how female jobseekers experience work and what opportunities and challenges they experienced in the domestic work sector.
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Dr Du Toit research
By focusing on paid domestic work and outsourcing, his work contributes to debates on the working conditions and employment relations of domestic workers.
His work on domestic work also looks at how female jobseekers experience work and what opportunities and challenges they experienced in the domestic work sector.
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Dr Letitia Smuts’ research on heteronormativity and gender norms
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Dr Letitia Smuts’ research on heteronormativity and gender norms
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Dr Letitia Smuts’ research on heteronormativity and gender norms
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Muslim religious Leaders views on domestic violence experienced by Muslim married women by Dr Muhammed Suleman
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Muslim religious Leaders views on domestic violence experienced by Muslim married women by Dr Muhammed Suleman
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Muslim religious Leaders views on domestic violence experienced by Muslim married women by Dr Muhammed Suleman
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Edited Book: Financial Inclusion for Women Matters and Gender Budgeting Response in Africa: Access and Future Measures
See here.
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Muslim religious Leaders views on domestic violence experienced by Muslim married women by Dr Muhammed Suleman
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Muslim religious Leaders views on domestic violence experienced by Muslim married women by Dr Muhammed Suleman
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Special issue of ‘The Thinker’ on SA-SE relations
Brings together South African and Swedish academics from various subjects to deepen cooperation between both countries
Due Jan 2023. Can send you the formal letter of invitation if needed.
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Student Essay Contest on South Africa-Sweden Relations
Invites senior UG students to submit an essay that seeks to explore and deepen bilateral ties between South Africa and Sweden
Key categories include: gender, culture, environmental issues, science and technology and academic exchange. Can forward full documentation by end of Feb.
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The Sociology department’s whistleblowing research
Focuses on the lived experiences of South African whistleblowers, the challenges they encounter in attempting to promote ethical workplaces and the protection and support they require
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The Sociology department’s whistleblowing research
Focuses on the lived experiences of South African whistleblowers, the challenges they encounter in attempting to promote ethical workplaces and the protection and support they require
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The Sociology department’s whistleblowing research
Focuses on the lived experiences of South African whistleblowers, the challenges they encounter in attempting to promote ethical workplaces and the protection and support they require
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Edited Book: Financial Inclusion for Women Matters and Gender Budgeting Response in Africa: Access and Future Measures
See here.
I am given to understand that this book will be part of Palgrave’s SDGs Serries, but best to check with Dr Ojo.
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Special issue of ‘The Thinker’ on SA-SE relations
Brings together South African and Swedish academics from various subjects to deepen cooperation between both countries
Due Jan 2023. Can send you the formal letter of invitation if needed.
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African Civil Society Conference
This conference sought to review the contributions made by and the challenges encountered by African civil society operating on the continent.
I am given to understand that this book will be part of Palgrave’s SDGs Serries, but best to check with Dr Ojo.
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Special issue of ‘The Thinker’ on SA-SE relations
Brings together South African and Swedish academics from various subjects to deepen cooperation between both countries
Due Jan 2023. Can send you the formal letter of invitation if needed.
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African Civil Society Conference
This conference sought to review the contributions made by and the challenges encountered by African civil society operating on the continent.
I am given to understand that this book will be part of Palgrave’s SDGs Serries, but best to check with Dr Ojo.
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Special issue of ‘The Thinker’ on SA-SE relations
Brings together South African and Swedish academics from various subjects to deepen cooperation between both countries
Due Jan 2023. Can send you the formal letter of invitation if needed.
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African Civil Society Conference
This conference sought to review the contributions made by and the challenges encountered by African civil society operating on the continent.
I am given to understand that this book will be part of Palgrave’s SDGs Serries, but best to check with Dr Ojo.
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Edited book: Gender and countering violent extremism: Approaches, Perspectives and Lessons Learnt (2 books)
Focuses on national approaches to gender and CVE with the aim of identifying areas of convergence and divergence which could help drive more regional cooperation on CVE via a gendered lens. Gender as a unit of analysis in CVE policy-making to better serve gendered needs.
Sven Botha and Nicole Junker (eds) Contracted with Lexington Books. Due end of 2022.
Edited Book: African Women in the 4IR: Change, Politics and Approaches
See here.
Gender, research, and society workshops
Three workshops to be hosted by the Department of Politics and IR.
– Workshop 1: From gender sensitivity to gender responsiveness in policy
-Workshop 2: Gendered interests vs. gendered needs
-Workshop 3: Teaching gender revisited
Organised by Sven and Tinuade
SLP: Gender and technology
A SLP dedicated to integrating the gender-technology nexus. The cornerstone of this SLP will illustrate how technology can be used to promote gender responsiveness.
Curriculum still under development. Check back with Sven in April for more info.
Special issue of ‘The Thinker’ on SA-SE relations
Brings together South African and Swedish academics from various subjects to deepen cooperation between both countries
Due Jan 2023. Can send you the formal letter of invitation if needed.
Student Essay Contest on South Africa-Sweden Relations
Invites senior UG students to submit an essay that seeks to explore and deepen bilateral ties between South Africa and Sweden
Key categories include: gender, culture, environmental issues, science and technology and academic exchange. Can forward full documentation by end of Feb.
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African Civil Society Conference
This conference sought to review the contributions made by and the challenges encountered by African civil society operating on the continent.
I am given to understand that this book will be part of Palgrave’s SDGs Serries, but best to check with Dr Ojo.
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Edited book: Games-Based Teaching for Higher Education: Improving Adult Learning Outcomes Through Games and Interactive Teaching
This book is meant to operate as a toolkit for adult education.
Sven Botha contributing. Best to contact Caroline Varin (ed) for more detail.
Special issue of ‘The Thinker’ on SA-SE relations
Brings together South African and Swedish academics from various subjects to deepen cooperation between both countries
Due Jan 2023. Can send you the formal letter of invitation if needed.
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Student Essay Contest on South Africa-Sweden Relations
Invites senior UG students to submit an essay that seeks to explore and deepen bilateral ties between South Africa and Sweden
Key categories include: gender, culture, environmental issues, science and technology and academic exchange. Can forward full documentation by end of Feb.
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Special issue of ‘The Thinker’ on SA-SE relations
Brings together South African and Swedish academics from various subjects to deepen cooperation between both countries
Due Jan 2023. Can send you the formal letter of invitation if needed.
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African Civil Society Conference
This conference sought to review the contributions made by and the challenges encountered by African civil society operating on the continent.
I am given to understand that this book will be part of Palgrave’s SDGs Serries, but best to check with Dr Ojo.
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New book series: Key Issues in African International Relations and Political Science
A new book series to be introduced by Bristol University Press with a possible partnership with UJ Press, but not confirmed.
Sven Botha, Victoria Graham and Jo-Ansie van Wyk (eds).
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Cultural Complexities, Social Work and SDGs
Prevention of Teenage Pregnancy
Africa Network of Care-leaving Researchers
International Research Network on Transitions to Adulthood from Care
International Federation for Social Work Africa Conference
Care-leaving practice forum (Gauteng and Western Cape)
Care Leaving Practice Forum
Food Forests
Special issue of ‘The Thinker’ on SA-SE relations
African Civil Society Conference
UJ Staff Wellness Committee
Alcoholism and the Family
Well-being of Social Work Students
Transition to Online Learning During COVID-19 Pandemic
Return to On-Campus Post-COVID
Student wellbeing
Muslim religious Leaders views on domestic violence experienced by Muslim married women by Dr Muhammed Suleman
Special issue of ‘The Thinker’ on SA-SE relations
Education
Edited book: Games-Based Teaching for Higher Education: Improving Adult Learning Outcomes Through Games and Interactive Teaching
Special issue of ‘The Thinker’ on SA-SE relations
Student Essay Contest on South Africa-Sweden Relations
Clit+ Artistic Activism
Girls 4 Girls Mentorship programme
Dr Du Toit research
Dr Letitia Smuts’ research on heteronormativity and gender norms
Muslim religious Leaders views on domestic violence experienced by Muslim married women by Dr Muhammed Suleman
Edited book: Gender and countering violent extremism: Approaches, Perspectives and Lessons Learnt (2 books)
Edited Book: African Women in the 4IR: Change, Politics and Approaches
Gender, research, and society workshops
SLP: Gender and technology
Special issue of ‘The Thinker’ on SA-SE relations
Student Essay Contest on South Africa-Sweden Relations
African Civil Society Conference
Special issue of ‘The Thinker’ on SA-SE relations
African Civil Society Conference
Dr Du Toit research
The Sociology department’s whistleblowing research
Social Workers with Disabilities
Disability Sexual Assistance
Dr Letitia Smuts’ research on heteronormativity and gender norms
Muslim religious Leaders views on domestic violence experienced by Muslim married women by Dr Muhammed Suleman
Edited Book: Financial Inclusion for Women Matters and Gender Budgeting Response in Africa: Access and Future Measures
Muslim religious Leaders views on domestic violence experienced by Muslim married women by Dr Muhammed Suleman
Student Essay Contest on South Africa-Sweden Relations
The Sociology department’s whistleblowing research
The Sociology department’s whistleblowing research
Focuses on the lived experiences of South African whistleblowers, the challenges they encounter in attempting to promote ethical workplaces and the protection and support they require
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Social Work practice and Climate Change
Special issue of ‘The Thinker’ on SA-SE relations
African Civil Society Conference
Dr Letitia Smuts’ research on heteronormativity and gender norms
Muslim religious Leaders views on domestic violence experienced by Muslim married women by Dr Muhammed Suleman
The Sociology department’s whistleblowing research
Edited Book: Financial Inclusion for Women Matters and Gender Budgeting Response in Africa: Access and Future Measures
Special issue of ‘The Thinker’ on SA-SE relations
African Civil Society Conference
Poverty and Inequality: Taking Social Work into the 21st century
