Voluntary and community sector facing increasing demand for services despite funding gap
Voluntary and community organisations across South Yorkshire are facing a growing gap between demand for their services and their capacity to deliver due to rising costs and funding and recruitment constraints, according to new research by Sheffield Hallam University.
Hallam named University of the Year for social mobility
Sheffield Hallam University has been named University of the Year at the UK Social Mobility Awards in recognition of its work to advance social mobility through higher education (HE).
New report exposes forced labour connections in global retail brands’ supply chains
More than 100 global retail brands could be at risk of using cotton that is produced by Uyghur forced labour according to new research by Sheffield Hallam University’s Helena Kennedy Centre for International Justice
South Yorkshire Digital Health Hub welcomes investment by Google
Google has announced investment in ground-breaking research, apprenticeships and digital skills training through the South Yorkshire Digital Health Hub to help address health inequalities and drive economic growth across the region.
Graduate mentor scheme set to support another 1,400 pupils in South Yorkshire
More than 1,400 GCSE and A-level pupils from across South Yorkshire are set to receive extra support with their studies and future career choices thanks to new funding for a Sheffield Hallam University-led mentoring programme.
Sheffield Hallam achieves re-accreditation as a University of Sanctuary
Sheffield Hallam has been re-accredited as a University of Sanctuary for its commitment and continued efforts to provide a place of welcome and support for refugees and people seeking sanctuary at the University and in the community.
National survey highlights inclusivity and safety of leisure centres
Almost three quarters of people using public leisure centres had a positive experience and 85 per cent said they were inclusive and welcoming, according to a survey of more than 80,000 people.
Jon Dean
Staff profile for Jon Dean, Associate Professor in Politics and Sociology at Sheffield Hallam University