Sussex Social Change Hub
The Sussex Social Change Hub is a collective of academic experts from the School of Education and Social Work. We’re dedicated to strengthening relationships with organisations, governments, schools and charities through consultancy, training and tailored services.
Our mission
The Sussex Social Change Hub aims to advance social justice and equity by providing rigorous, ethical academic insights in education and social work.
We want to create a world where academic research continuously informs best practice, allowing organisations to more easily access high-level expertise. Integrity, ethics, kindness and authenticity are at the core of our interventions.
Read about the world-leading research taking place in the School of Education and Social Work.
CPD programme
Every year we design a unique programme of short CPD courses. These half-day non-accredited workshops are open to all professionals who find them relevant to their practice. All participants will receive a certificate of attendance upon completing the course.
The courses will all take place online on Microsoft Teams.
Each session can be booked individually through our online shop linked under each session. For group bookings please contact us at socialchangehub@sussex.ac.uk.
See also CPD Terms & Conditions 2024 [PDF 58.22KB].
Courses
The following are the CPD courses still to take place this year:
- British Sign Language and Deaf Awareness for Social Work and Related Professions
Monday 23 June 2025 / 9.30am-5pm / In person on the ºìÐÓÊÓƵ campus
This CPD workshop is specifically tailored towards professionals in social work and related fields and offers a unique opportunity to delve into the world and lived experiences of Deaf individuals. Through engaging presentations, group activities, practical tasks, and discussions, you will:
- learn the basics of BSL and essential communication skills for effective engagement with Deaf people.
- gain insights into how everyday behaviors can be disabling.
- explore Deaf history, culture, and technological advancements.
Details of more courses/workshops taking place beyond the end of the current academic year to follow shortly.
Collaborate with us
Our academic experts work in a wide range of services with our diverse partners across the world.
We offer the following tailored opportunities:
- evaluations of policies, procedures and structures
- expert opinion and advice
- help with developing programs and products
- bespoke training
- regular Continuing Professional Development (CPD) courses.
Contact socialchangehub@sussex.ac.uk to find out how we can help you.
Making Teaching of Reading Inclusive – a Sussex Social Change Hub case study
, a Reader in Primary Education and President Elect of the , developed an inclusive approach to the teaching of reading for students with physical and learning disabilities at our partner institution, Treloar. The team approached Jo to help consider how the school's vision could be further developed through the teaching of reading. The ensuing project aimed to collaborate with staff, enhancing their understanding of research and pedagogy related to reading. The focus was on key concepts such as decoding, comprehension, and reading for pleasure, viewed through the lens of current research.
The goal was to utilize this understanding to work with staff in developing a pedagogical approach that could enhance the cross-curricular and integrated program of speaking and listening, reading, and writing. The framework developed with Jo has helped students demonstrate higher levels of enjoyment of literacy. Jo's work significantly contributed to the for Developing an Innovative English Curriculum.
Contact
If you have any queries, email socialchangehub@sussex.ac.uk.