We live in a world divided. Our societies are increasingly polarised by geopolitical conflict, threatened by the climate crisis, ruptured by technological change, and shaped by deep economic disparities – all the while reeling, still, from the lasting effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. At the same time, communities across the globe – from social movements and political reform efforts to cultural organisations and scientific networks – offer glimmers of more just and equitable futures. At this moment of unpredictability and possibility, this year's edition of the Graduate Inequality Review seeks to help construct a blueprint for the path forward. Future is broadly defined, to allow authors to explore the social, political and philosophical ramifications of the concept.
Each year, the Graduate Inequality Review organises a half-day conference to bring together researchers and practitioners from across disciplines for a discussion on tackling inequality, with the following objectives:
This is also an avenue where we forge connections and strengthen the Community of Practice relating to the research on, and solving challenges related to inequalities.
- To feature and celebrate endeavours of students, early career researchers, alumni, academics, and practitioners of diverse backgrounds and their academic research on inequality;
- To promote and contribute to equitable and scholarly exchanges on inequality in the University community and with other institutions around the globe;
- To strengthen the global outreach and presence of the Graduate Inequality Review and the Department of Social Policy and Intervention at the University of Oxford.
This is also an avenue where we forge connections and strengthen the Community of Practice relating to the research on, and solving challenges related to inequalities.