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Stephanie Olsen @stephanieolsen.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

The Journal of the History of Childhood and Youth (JHCY) is looking for a new editor or co-editors. Details below. Please share widely! @shcy.bsky.social @histchildoxford.bsky.social @histchild.bsky.social @clpn.bsky.social

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Applications for JHCY Editorship Are Open! - Society for the History of Children and Youth

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Laura Tisdall @lauratisdall.bsky.social · 10/08/2026

New on the @histchild.bsky.social website, access a bibliography of works published in the history of childhood in the past c.15 years, and contribute yourself. Thanks so much to @karl-haohaozhang.bsky.social www.histchild.org/resources/co... #histchild #skystorians

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Contribute to a history of childhood bibliography

Check out this working bibliography and add more resources yourself

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Stephanie Olsen @stephanieolsen.bsky.social · 09/07/2026

Very happy to be co-organizing the SHCY conference in Montreal. Please send us your proposals by Sept 15! @shcy.bsky.social @histchild.bsky.social @histchildoxford.bsky.social @hexhistory.bsky.social #coenars

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IHR Life Cycles seminar @ihrlifecycles.bsky.social · 04/07/2026

Our sister group, @histchild.bsky.social, had their fifth biannual conference last week. Huge thanks to @yinkaolusoga.bsky.social and @drjuliabish.bsky.social for planning a wonderful conference and providing a space for people at different career stages to share their work for us all to enjoy.

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Yinka Olusoga @yinkaolusoga.bsky.social · 03/07/2026

That’s a wrap on the @histchild.bsky.social conference. Thank you delegates & keynote speakers, & the many academic & professional services colleagues @sheffielduni.bsky.social who helped it happen, especially @drjuliabish.bsky.social Glorious weather, fabulous papers. 🎤⬇️ #histchild26

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Yinka Olusoga @yinkaolusoga.bsky.social · 03/07/2026

In our final keynote session Dr Becky Parry & young Heritage Producers Maisie, Harry & Olivia introduced delegates at the @histchild.bsky.social conference to the incredible work and archival legacy of @rotherhamcouncil.bsky.social‘s Children’s Capital of Culture 2025. #histchild26

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Children’s History Society @histchild.bsky.social · 03/07/2026

We thank you again for making the CHS Sheffield Conference 2026 such a memorable and enjoyable few days. We'd love for you to stay in touch with the Children's History Society, and share any photographs or feedback from your time with us. We hope to see you again soon!

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Children’s History Society @histchild.bsky.social · 03/07/2026

Before you head home, please join us for a peruse around the archives of the University of Sheffield's Special Collections (14:15-16:00). Please assemble at the Western Bank Library at 14:15. All are welcome!

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Children’s History Society @histchild.bsky.social · 03/07/2026

We also wish to extend our gratitude to the staff at The Diamond, the University of Sheffield, South Street Kitchen, The House Skatepark, and the University of Sheffield's Special Collections for gratefully accommodating us.

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Children’s History Society @histchild.bsky.social · 03/07/2026

That's a wrap for the CHS Sheffield Conference 2026! We've had a great few days hosting each panel and delegate, sharing our research, catching up with old friends, and making new connections. Thank you to every attendee for making our Fifth Biennial Conference a success!

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Children’s History Society @histchild.bsky.social · 03/07/2026

Panel T The Diamond, Lecture Theatre 02 SCHOOLS, RULES AND STORIES Chair: Catherine Ellis Panel S The Diamond, G04 - Workroom 01 LOOK WIDE WIDE GAMES AS A PLAYFUL, EDUCATIONAL PRACTICE, FROM THEIR GUIDING AND SCOUTING ORIGINS TO CONTEMPORARY DESIGN FOR ALL

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Children’s History Society @histchild.bsky.social · 03/07/2026

It's time for our final panels of the CHS Sheffield Conference 2026! We hope you've found them as informative and enlightening as we have.

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Institute of the History of Medicine at JHU @histmedjhu.bsky.social · 03/07/2026

We are hiring for an Associate or Full Professor (Tenure-Track) in History of Medicine: Pre-Modern! Please circulate widely - apply.interfolio.com/182469

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Children’s History Society @histchild.bsky.social · 03/07/2026

Please join us for our third and final Keynote 'Children's Capital of Culture: Reimagining Rotherham' (11:00-12:00) at The Diamond, Lecture Theatre 02, presented by Becky Parry, Kathryn Reaney, Harry Wright, Maisie Dorlin and Olivia Downton.

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Children’s History Society @histchild.bsky.social · 03/07/2026

Panel Q The Diamond, Lecture Theatre 02 GEOGRAPHICAL IMAGININGS Chair: Artie McCarthy Panel R The Diamond, G04 - Workroom 01 SPACE, EMOTION AND DISABILITY IN EARLY TWENTIETH-CENTURY BRITAIN #histchild26

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Children’s History Society @histchild.bsky.social · 03/07/2026

As before, maps of The Diamond are available within your Conference Programme, or you can get in touch with us on any of our social media accounts with any questions you need answered. This morning's panels (9:00-10:30):

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Children’s History Society @histchild.bsky.social · 03/07/2026

It's the final day of the CHS Sheffield Conference 2026! We have another great lineup of panels and speakers today.

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Yinka Olusoga @yinkaolusoga.bsky.social · 03/07/2026

We had perfect weather to enjoy views of Sheffield on our walk up to the conference dinner of the @histchild.bsky.social at the iconic Park Hill Flats last night. Fabulous food and great company. Thanks to South Street Kitchen for hosting us. #histchild26 @uoscollections.bsky.social

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Children’s History Society @histchild.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

The fare is £2.50 (single) or £4.20 (same day return back to the University of Sheffield tram stop) and tickets can be bought from the conductor on the tram (cash and contactless card payments accepted) (Or go earlier to explore the Park Hill Flats and nearby Sheffield Cholera Monument!)

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Children’s History Society @histchild.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

If you wish to travel together on public transport, meet at the University of Sheffield tram stop at 6.15pm, on the platform nearest to the Diamond. We will be catching the Blue Route (‘Halfway’) tram to the Sheffield Station/Sheffield Hallam University stop.

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Children’s History Society @histchild.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

For those of you who have pre-booked the Conference Dinner at South Street Kitchen, here are all the details you'll need: Dinner Venue: South Street Kitchen, located in Park Hill Flats, 19-20 South St, Sheffield S2 5QX

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Children’s History Society @histchild.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

Thank you to all delegates, participants, and attendees for another fantastic day of CHS Sheffield 2026! We're looking forward to seeing you all again for our final panels tomorrow 🧒 #histchild26

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Yinka Olusoga @yinkaolusoga.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

I had the pleasure of chairing today’s #histchild panel ‘Girls and Girlhoods’ Thank you for three fascinating and thought provoking papers Jordyn Beaupré , Taylar Carty and @agneshamberger.bsky.social @sheffielduni.bsky.social @histchild.bsky.social

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Yinka Olusoga @yinkaolusoga.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

Prof Caroline Bressey UCL has just expertly delivered our second keynote at #histchild26 & I am in awe. Such a powerful & considered (re)telling of archival encounters & the power of names, & an inspirational example of methodology & delivery. @histchild.bsky.social @sheffielduni.bsky.social

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Children’s History Society @histchild.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

Panel O The Diamond, G04 - Workroom 01 WHERE ARE OUR HISTORIES? CREATING PLACES AND SPACES FOR CARE EXPERIENCED VOICES, ACTIONS, IDENTITIES AND MEMORIES THROUGH RECORDKEEPING Panel P The Diamond, G05 - Workroom 02 RESIDENTIAL INSTITUTIONS Chair: Mary Clare Martin

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Children’s History Society @histchild.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

Welcome back to our final set of papers for Day 2 of CHS Sheffield! Panel N The Diamond, Lecture Theatre 02 CHILDHOODS AND FAMILIES Chair: Agnes Hamberger

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Children’s History Society @histchild.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

We are pleased to welcome Caroline Bressey (UCL) as our keynote speaker for Day 2 of CHS Sheffield, with her lecture "Archival Scenes and Critical Fabulations of Family and Place Intergenerational Stories of Maddison, from Enslavement to the London County Council".

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Claire Phillips @clartyclara.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

Great first day at #histchild26. Looking forward to presenting on siblings in Welsh Workhouses tomorrow. The panel is part of our forthcoming special issue on siblings in institutional care.

Part of a conference programme showing a panel on Sibling Relationships in Nineteenth and Twentieth Century British and Australian Care Institutions.

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Yinka Olusoga @yinkaolusoga.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

A fantastic first keynote at #histchild26 from @darrenchetty.bsky.social & @ksandsoconnor.bsky.social providing rich & critical historical & philosophical perspectives on the child characters of children’s literature & adult fears & desires around childhood, belonging & identity, past & present

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Children’s History Society @histchild.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

🚨Please note that 'Documenting Children and Family Belonging and Ownership in Urban Space (screening and presentation)' presented by Maire Tracey (University of Salford) and Chloe Williams (The Children's Art School) has been withdrawn

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Children’s History Society @histchild.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

Panel M The Diamond, G04 - Workroom 01 SIBLING RELATIONSHIPS IN NINETEENTH AND TWENTIETH CENTURY BRITISH AND AUSTRALIAN CARE INSTITUTIONS Chair: Jessamy Carlson

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Children’s History Society @histchild.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

Our second set of panels (11:00-12:10) are about to begin! Panel L The Diamond, Lecture Theatre 02 DISPLACEMENT, BELONGING AND IDENTITY Chair: Rhianedd Collins .

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Children’s History Society @histchild.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

Panel J The Diamond, G04 - Workroom 01 CHILDREN AND THE POLITICAL Chair: Catherine Bannister Panel K The Diamond, G05 - Workroom 02 EDUCATIONAL JOURNEYS THROUGH TIME AND SPACE REFLECTIONS ON AUTOBIOGRAPHICAL PRACTICES OF GERMAN YOUNG PEOPLE

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Children’s History Society @histchild.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

Our jam-packed day of papers begins with three fantastic panels. Just like yesterday, you can read more about each speaker and their papers in your Conference Programme or by reading the comments below. Panel I The Diamond, Lecture Theatre 02 GIRLS AND GIRLHOODS Chair: Yinka Olusoga

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Children’s History Society @histchild.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

If you have any questions at all, please don't hesitate to get in touch. Our first panels begin at 9:00 - see you there!

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Children’s History Society @histchild.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

Your Conference Programme includes maps of the Conference venue, as well as speaker profiles, paper abstracts, and all the other information you'll need. We're also sharing details of each panel on social media, so make sure to follow us to ensure you stay up-to-date!

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Children’s History Society @histchild.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

Welcome back to Day 2 of the CHS Sheffield Conference 2026! Registration is now open for Day 2 - head over to the Ground Floor Exhibition of the Diamond to sign-in.

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rhianeddcollins.bsky.social @rhianeddcollins.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

I'm having a fabulous time at the Children's History Society Conference, University of Sheffield. That's no wonder, considering the friendly and supportive environment and high quality of papers! Presenting yesterday was a highlight. Proud to be a part of this academic community #histchild26

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Yinka Olusoga @yinkaolusoga.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

Fascinating papers in Panel D ‘ Multigenerational Perspectives on Childhoods’ on day 1 of the @histchild.bsky.social conference @slowhistorian.bsky.social @shirleene.bsky.social Harriet Bee & @rhianeddcollins.bsky.social expertly chaired by @lauratisdall.bsky.social #histchild26

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Children’s History Society @histchild.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

Please share any of your pictures or comments with us on our social media accounts! #histchild26

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Children’s History Society @histchild.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

Thank you to all the wonderful delegates, speakers, and attendees for the first day of our CHS Sheffield Conference 2026. We've had a great day of fascinating papers and can't wait to do it all again tomorrow! 🧒

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Children’s History Society @histchild.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

We’re so glad to hear this Jessamy! We’re happy to have you here! 🧒

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Dr Jessamy Carlson @jessamycarlson.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

Am up in Sheffield at the moment for the @histchild.bsky.social conference. Have enjoyed various papers, stretching from Lincolnshire Poor Law to teenage romance in 1960s Liverpool. Looking forward to more to come.

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Children’s History Society @histchild.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

Please join us for a Drinks Reception following Keynote 1 at the Diamond Basement. All are welcome! #histchild26

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Children’s History Society @histchild.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

We're delighted to welcome Professor Karen Sands-O'Connor and Dr Darren Chetty to CHS Sheffield 2026, where they'll be presenting the first of our Keynote Lectures "The Child Inside, Outside, and Breaking Down the Walls of Children’s Literature’s Secret Garden" (16:15-17:15).

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Children’s History Society @histchild.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

Panel H The Diamond, Lecture Theatre 08 CHILDREN’S PUBLISHING AS A COSMOPOLITAN SPACE 1970S-PRESENT (panel discussion)

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Children’s History Society @histchild.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

For our final group of papers today, we have two panels of fantastic speakers and discussions (14:15-15:45). #histchild26 Panel G The Diamond, Lecture Theatre 02 ACTIVISM Chair: Catherine Freeman

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Children’s History Society @histchild.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

PANEL F The Diamond, Lecture Theatre 09 ASSEMBLING INTERGENERATIONAL REMEMBRANCE CREATION, CURATORSHIP AND RESEARCH AROUND HISTORICAL GENOCIDES

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