toggle menu 28 OCTOBER 2021 British Science Association announces research funding for 12 Hull community projects Learn more PROMOTING JUSTICE AND FAIRNESS FOR ALL Our research in social justice is helping to drive a brighter and fairer future How are we promoting social justice? Our research transforms lives. We work with disadvantaged communities, young and old, to give them a voice and enable them to overcome injustices. We are also helping to shape policy by working with government, charities, the police and NGOs. Wilberforce Institute working to end slavery Our Wilberforce Institute helped to shape the introduction of the Modern Slavery Act and is part of the £10 million UK Modern Slavery Policy and Evidence Centre (UKRI/AHRC). The Institute was awarded the Queen’s Anniversary Prize for its outstanding contribution to uncovering slavery around the globe, and highlighting how learning lessons from the past can improve our future. Related projects ONGOING PROJECT Food Insecurity in Hull Understanding food insecurity in Hull during the Covid-19 pandemic, from the perspective of food support service users. ONGOING PROJECT Widening Participation through Astrophysics Using the lure of space to engage the public, schoolchildren and teachers, targeting under-represented groups and socio-economically disadvantaged regions. ONGOING PROJECT Transforming Education Transforming the educational landscape in South Africa through community engagement projects Latest updates View all 28 OCTOBER 2021 British Science Association announces research funding for 12 Hull community projects 21 OCTOBER 2021 University hosts National Crime Agency exhibition on modern slavery VIDEO SPOTLIGHT Just like our lives Our “Just like our lives” project is enhancing the educational experiences of looked after young people and has led to changes in local educational policy and practices. All Videos Related Research Wilberforce Institute Our Research Centres and Groups Treatied Spaces: environment and peoples in America, 1607 - The present The Better Policing, Safer Communities PhD cluster The Institute of Applied Ethics Centre for Systems Studies Personal Technologies Centre for Research into the Older Workforce Related courses POSTGRADUATE TAUGHT MA in Contemporary Slavery Studies and Critical Victimology View course Law View courses POSTGRADUATE TAUGHT MA in Criminal Justice and Crime Control View course LIVING WITH WATER Enabling flood and climate resilience through local and global expertise Learn more Other research themes Accelerating a net zero future Eradicating Health Inequalities Enhancing Heritage and Creative Industries Staff and students Faculties Mail Library Canvas Student Support Timetables SharePoint ICTD Online Order and Payment Portal Contact +44 (0)1482 346311 Find us University of Hull Hull, UK HU6 7RX Getting here Campus map AccessAble © University of Hull, 2021 Accessibility Freedom of information Model Publication Scheme Modern Slavery Privacy and cookies Website terms and conditions Our website uses cookies to enhance your user experience. By clicking accept you consent to our cookies on this device. View our cookies policy Accept All Cookies Cookies Settings