Liverpool Hope University, Creative Campus, Shaw Street, Liverpool, L6 1HP The Social Policy Association is pleased to announce that Liverpool will host our 2026 conference, [...]

The UK’s cost of dying crisis means many can’t afford funerals, forcing a rise in basic public health burials. The blog calls for stronger welfare support, tighter funeral industry regulation, and fai...

This year has been a vital and energising one for PRAN. Through events, podcasts, blogs and the launch of our Early Career Forum, we’ve brought people together for critical conversations on poverty, i...

Liverpool Hope University, Creative Campus, Shaw Street, Liverpool, L6 1HP The Social Policy Association is pleased to announce that Liverpool will host the 2026 event, [...]

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Explore the latest from PRAN: Read Michael Brennan’s powerful blog on the UK’s “cost of dying” crisis, and check out upcoming events like the 2026 Early Career Symposium and monthly Forum—plus more ch...

Around the world, universities find themselves in crisis, with higher education governance, academic labor, and the meaning of scholarship undergoing profound transformations. […]

Starting out in social justice work can be tough—short contracts, emotional strain, and little support. That’s why PRAN is launching the Early Career Forum : a new space to connect, share, and build ...

Welcome to the tenth episode of The Cost of Living Chronicles , recorded live at the launch of a special issue of the Journal of Social Policy and Administration . Hear insights from Prof Danny...

In this issue we’re excited to share updates including Picture This: A Visual Perspective on Poverty and Inequality in the UK. These illustrations turn research into accessible advocacy for all. We ...

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Against All Odds brings together a stellar panel of artists and writers who have challenged barriers and defied expectations

This month, PRAN shares key updates: a new podcast with Food for Thought, Liverpool named a Marmot City, and the Put Children First campaign. Don’t miss Against All Odds (27 May, WoWFEST) or Afloat...

For the second year running, PRAN is thrilled to partner with Writing on the Wall for WoWFEST, Liverpool’s annual literary festival. Join us for a powerful panel on class, creativity, and resistance i...

Join us at Sands Films in Rotherhithe on April 12 or 13 to be part of a powerful filmed protest scene in The Man with the Plan —a call to action for equity, justice, and real social change.

The March 2025 PRAN Newsletter is now live. Share your views in our Members Survey, explore the latest blog on basic income, and discover opportunities to get involved in film, theatre, and youth-led ...

A Basic Income pilot in Greater Manchester aims to reduce poverty by providing unconditional cash payments, supporting well-being, and tackling homelessness. Global studies show UBI boosts productivit...

Join us for the launch of a Special Issue on the Cost of Living Crisis in the UK, featuring interdisciplinary articles exploring its impact on vulnerable groups and potential solutions.

The Manc Kitchen explores the campaign for the Right to Food, advocating for social dining as a solution to food poverty. It highlights community kitchens as spaces of connection, dignity, and hope.

Join us for the launch of a Special Issue on the Cost of Living Crisis in the UK, featuring interdisciplinary articles exploring its impact on vulnerable groups and potential solutions.

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The DWP neglects to ensure £23bn in benefits reach low-income citizens, unlike HMRC’s strict tax enforcement. Vulnerable groups face barriers to claims, whilst pensioners receive prioritised support a...

Our eight episode is featuring a conversation with three remarkable guests who share a deep understanding of what it means to be an asylum seeker or refugee in the UK.

In this Winter Edition, we recap highlights from our funding strategies workshop, share details of the 2025 event The Manc Kitchen: A Social Dining Pilot, and spotlight our blog, A Very Dickensian Chr...

The Dickensian Christmas inspires media stories of poverty, often silencing those affected. Rachel Broady urges inclusive reporting, amplifying voices to tackle stereotypes and year-round poverty.

Join our workshop to learn grant writing, donor engagement, and fundraising strategies to secure funding for community projects. Third in Social Policy Association funded series.