The Society for the Study of Social Problems

As we get close to the end of the semester, what is one thing you look forward to doing this summer? See the General Election winners: sssp1.org/index.cfm/m/10…

@KoreyTillman_ is our Membership and Outreach Committee spotlight this month: Congratulations to the 2026 General Election winners! Serving SSSP is a great way to connect with other members and shape the direction of the organization.

Registration is open for the 2026 Annual Meeting! Secure your spot by completing the online registration form: sssp1.org/index.cfm/m/10…

No RSVP is required – the event is open to all post-docs and faculty SSSP Members. Learn more: sssp1.org/index.cfm/m/99…

Also join our online working/writing groups for members to foster a continuous workspace for those who need it, hosted by Dr. Joseph. These working groups are open to all post-docs and faculty and will be held on Tuesdays from 1:00–3:00 p.m. (Eastern Time).

We’re excited to spotlight members of the Society for the Study of Social Problems whose work advances critical conversations and meaningful change.

Registration for the 2026 Annual Meeting is now open! Secure your spot by completing the online registration form today: sssp1.org/index.cfm/m/10…

Say you’re not in NYC without saying you’re not in NYC… Unless you're in NYC. In that case, show us what we have to look forward to! We are deep into organizing sessions for #SSSP2026 and can't wait to see you at the conference! 📸 Reply with a photo of where you are 📍 NYC

Registration for the 2026 Annual Meeting is now open! Access the online registration form: sssp1.org/index.cfm/m/10…

Submissions are open through February 15. Read the Call for Abstracts and learn more: sssp1.org/index.cfm/page…

The deadline to submit abstracts for the first Virtual Poster Mini-Conference, to be held March 26-27, is approaching. As a member benefit, all participants—including presenters and attendees—are expected to be 2026 members and register for the event.

The 2026 Call for Papers deadline is approaching! Read the call: sssp1.org/2026_Call_for_… View the Student Paper Competitions and Outstanding Scholarship Awards announcement and submit a paper or nominate a book, article, or scholar: sssp1.org/index.cfm/m/29…

Also, don’t forget to check out SSSP member Erika Houston Brown’s 2025 Featured Abstract from her conference paper “Insecure: An Autoethnographic Study of Financial Insecurity and Mental Health Issues in Graduate Students”: sssp1.org/index.cfm/page…

This year’s Membership & Outreach Committee is chaired by me—@rinferraro, who has been a member of SSSP since 2020! Don’t forget to submit a paper this month for the annual meeting! (Deadline is January 31st).

Submissions are open through February 15, 2026. Read the Call for Abstracts and learn more: sssp1.org/index.cfm/page…

The Program Committee is pleased to announce our first Virtual Poster Mini-Conference, to be held March 26-27, 2026. As a member benefit, all participants-including presenters and attendees-are expected to be 2026 members and register.

The 2026 Call for Papers is now live! Read the call: sssp1.org/index.cfm/m/10… View the Student Paper Competitions and Outstanding Scholarship Awards announcement and submit a paper or nominate a book, article, or scholar: sssp1.org/index.cfm/m/29…

The 2026 Call for Papers is now live! Read the call: sssp1.org/index.cfm/m/10… View the Student Paper Competitions and Outstanding Scholarship Awards announcement and submit a paper or nominate a book, article, or scholar: sssp1.org/index.cfm/m/29…

I have participated in op-ed writing workshops, and I am a past recipient of the Racial/Ethnic Minority Graduate Fellowship. So, in no small part, SSSP has been foundational to the formation of my intellect and scholarship, and I plan to always give back!” - Korey Tillman

Image Text: “Outside of the conference, SSSP has supported me in many ways. Through the mentoring program, I met Vilna Bashi who has been invaluable as a guide and mentor...

Why do you give to the SSSP? @koreytillman_ shares his "why." Your tax-deductible, end-of-year donation helps us continue essential work to create a more just world. Support one of our awards, funds, or give a general donation to help us reach our goals: sssp1.org/index.cfm/m/97…