Closing the Gap: Professor Mary Collins Examines Gender Disparities in Youth Employment Policy Across Three Nations
The Istanbul workshop drew scholars across a range of geographic and sectoral contexts who presented comparative research on gender policy.
Professor Jennifer M. Gómez Joins Choosing Help Podcast to Discuss Cultural Betrayal Trauma and Healing
Dr. Gómez explains how that harm carries an added layer of betrayal rooted in systemic inequality, and how it complicates everything that follows.
Medium: Professor Copeland Calls for Race-Centered Conversations on American Oligarchy
Copeland argues that while advocacy groups have been quick to name the dangers of oligarchy, they have largely failed to name its racial dimensions.
Professor Gonyea’s New Study Gives Voice to Older Homeless Women Navigating Streets and Shelters
The authors call for shelters to move away from authoritarian, one-size-fits-all practices and toward models that recognize the distinct needs of older women.
Meet the BUSSW Professor Rethinking How Researchers Work with Communities During Natural Disaster Recovery
The piece spotlights Williams’ work at the intersection of climate justice, emergency management, and community-based research, and the relationship-driven model he’s building to ensure that disaster recovery benefits everyone.
New BUSSW Chapter Examines Barriers Facing Gay and Bisexual Black and Latino Sexual Assault Survivors
Published in “The Palgrave Handbook of Global Social Problems,” the chapter was co-authored by BUSSW Professors Daniel Jacobson López and Jorge Delva.
Research Professor Pamela Joshi Inducted into the National Academy of Social Insurance
Joshi’s work focuses on family policies, including child care, paid family and medical leave, and the social safety net, that drive health and well-being outcomes.
Exploring Trauma and Healing, BUSSW Community Engages at 2026 ISSTD Conference
From Professor Jennifer M. Gómez being named an ISSTD Fellow to PhD student Yawen Ning presenting her project, our community continues to engage in critical work across the field.
Professor Phillipe Copeland Launches Podcast Centered on Turning Social Issues Into Action
The monthly podcast will highlight conversations with scholars, leaders, artists, and everyday people making a difference.
BUSSW Professor Gómez Publishes Groundbreaking Tool for Studying Violence in the Black Community
Published in PLOS Mental Health, the study introduces and validates the Cultural Betrayal Multidimensional Inventory for Black American Young Adults.