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Social Sciences Week 2023 Monash University Photo Essay Competition

Virtual

If you are a high school student in Australia, you can enter the Monash Arts Photo Essay Competition as part of Social Sciences Week 2023. Tell us what social justice issue you are passionate about, why it matters, and what we can do to address this issue. This competition is being run by the School of Social Sciences at Monash University. Key dates 16 August 2023, 11.55pm (AEST) – Competition closes. 8 September 2023 – The winners will be announced during an award ceremony held on Friday 8 September, 6pm-7pm. The ceremony will be broadcast via Zoom. If you would like to attend the ceremony via Zoom, please register here.

Social Science Week TikTok Challenge

Virtual

Are you ready to tell the world about an important social issue and showcase your creativity? Swinburne’s high school student TikTok challenge aims to showcase the social issues that are important to young people and highlight the role that technology plays in our everyday lives. Whether you're interested in sociology, history, Indigenous studies, political science, media studies, or any other social science discipline, this challenge is for you! The competition is open to all current Victorian high school students. The most engaging video will win $300, with $100 prizes for the most creative, and Swinburne student choice awards. Step 1: Create an engaging and informative TikTok video that explains a social issue that is important to you, and how it is impacted by technology. Make sure your video is captivating, concise, and visually appealing. You can use creative animations, text overlays, or any other TikTok features to enhance your content. Your video should aim to educate and entertain viewers, providing them with valuable insights and fostering curiosity about our technologically embedded social world.  Step 2: Include the hashtags #SSW2023 & #SwinSocialSciences in the caption of your TikTok video. Step 3: Follow and tag @SSW2023 and @SwinHASS in your video to ensure your entry is […]

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The Great Debate: Does social media unite or divide us?

National Library of Australia Parkes Pl W, Canberra

A Social Sciences Week special event Tuesday 10 September | 5pm arrival for 6pm start National Library of Australia In an era where social media shapes our interactions and perceptions, the lines between connection and division have never been more blurred. With rising concerns about misinformation, online bans and the impact of digital echo chambers, we must ask: is social media bringing us together or tearing us apart? Join us at the National Library of Australia for an evening of compelling debate as academics and authors Professor Lisa Given and Distinguished Professor Anthony Elliott AM tackle this pressing question. Guided by former Seriously Social podcast host and journalist Ginger Gorman, our speakers will delve into the complexities of our digital age, exploring whether social media is a force for unity or division. Don't miss this thought-provoking event, packed with engaging discussions and opportunities for audience participation. Proudly presented by the Academy of the Social Sciences in Australia and the National Library of Australia, the Great Debate promises an evening that will challenge your perspectives and ignite your curiosity. Ticket includes canapes on arrival (from 5pm). The debate will begin at 6pm, followed by Q&A.

$15