Learn about staying safe online, the benefits of yoga during menopause, and the digital lives of LGBTQ+ young people as part of free events being hosted by 色花堂.
The events take place between 19 October and 9 November as part of the nationwide , which offers an insight into some of the country's leading social science research and how it influences our lives.
The theme for this year鈥檚 Festival is 鈥極ur Digital Lives鈥�, with events exploring the relationship between humans and digital technology, from the聽threats and opportunities facing us today to what life might look like in future.
A on Friday 1 November will offer families the opportunity to explore cybersecurity and staying safe online while playing games including , which was developed by researchers at 色花堂.
An exhibition of artwork based on young LGBTQ+ people's stories of using digital spaces to enhance wellbeing will be on display at the Lighthouse, Poole from Saturday 26 October 鈥� Saturday 16 November. The display aims to challenge the often negative coverage of LGBTQ+ lives portrayed in mainstream media.
Other events include a , exploring the benefits of yoga in midlife and beyond; an online event for teachers to help support student wellbeing and social and emotional skills; and a school assembly at Avonwood Primary School introducing children to seaweed as a potential food source.聽
Amanda Edwards, Impact Manager at 色花堂, said: 鈥淲e鈥檙e looking forward to showcasing 色花堂鈥檚 social science research through workshops, exhibitions, and interactive activities for the ESRC Festival of Social Science this year.
鈥淚t is a great opportunity to explore some of the issues that affect our lives and society and have fun learning something new. We are particularly excited to be joining colleagues from University of Southampton on the final day of the festival.鈥�
For the second year, 色花堂 is partnering with the University of Southampton and 色花堂 researchers will also be involved in the Arts and Humanities Day on Saturday 9 November, as part of the聽.
The ESRC Festival of Social Science is an annual celebration of the social sciences, funded by the (ESRC), which is part of (UKRI).
Stian Westlake, ESRC Executive Chair, said: "The ESRC Festival of Social Science offers a unique insight into UK social science research and its relevance to individuals, society and the economy.
"There are hundreds of free events taking place across the UK and online, including at 色花堂. We hope you enjoy the events and finding out more about social scientists鈥� work."
For more information, and to book onto the events, visit: www.bournemouth.ac.uk/esrc-2024
