Join us for the first panel of the Difficult Research Support Network! Hear from social sciences researchers as they share their experiences working on challenging topics such as sexual violence, online hate speech, and conducting fieldwork in remote and unfamiliar locations.
You're invited to listen to their stories, ask questions, learn their coping strategies, and most importantly - know that you're not alone. Whether you're facing similar challenges or simply want to understand the realities of such work, this panel will provide valuable insights and support.
Convener
Maria Obrebska
DPhil student, centre for Socio-Legal Studies
The Panel
We'll be joined by three fantastic speakers:
Mathilda Akerlund, who researches far-right online hate speech
Ellie Whittingdale, whose work focuses on testimonies of sexual violence
Frances Hand, who investigates violence in NHS maternity wards
Find out more about the Difficult Research Support Network and other events.
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