The Canadian Journal of Children’s Rights is an academic, peer-reviewed journal that aims to encourage a deeper understanding of the rights of children. It offers a forum for exchanging ideas and engaging in conversation regarding a range of issues relating to children’s rights. It is international in scope and content, and encourages diverse approaches to the subject.
CFP: Panel on research methods for migrant/transnational kids & families
12th IMISCOE Conference: Rights, Democracy and Migration
Geneva, 25-27 June 2015
Second and final Call for Papers for a research panel proposal on: ‘The methodological challenges of conducting research with children of migrants (including teenagers and young adults) within (transnational) families’
An increasing number of studies seek to consider the experiences and perspectives of migrants and their children (including teenagers and young adults) within the relational and intergenerational context of the transnational family. These studies present a range of research challenges in relation to accessing and recruiting participants; negotiating with ‘gatekeepers’ (i.e. parents or guardians); securing informed consent from both adults and children; and managing age, gender and other power dynamics within families. Researchers in these areas need to employ a reflexive practice in relation to procedural, ethical and methodological issues. Continue reading CFP: Panel on research methods for migrant/transnational kids & families
ACYIG Annual Conference – Paper Submission Deadline Jan 10!
Please see the Call For Papers, and be sure to keep in mind that the deadline for submissions to the ACYIG conference in Long Beach March 12–15 is fast approaching! We look forward to your submissions, sent to cdellclark2@gmail.com
TT Position in Dept. of Child & Youth Studies – Brock University (Ontario, Canada)
Job Summary
The Department of Child and Youth Studies at Brock University invites applications for a probationary (tenure track) appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor, effective July 1, 2015. The position is subject to budgetary approval.
http://www.brocku.ca/hr/
Qualifications
A completed Ph.D. in Anthropology, Cultural Studies, Human Geography, Sociology or a relevant discipline is preferred. Evidence of demonstrated expertise in cutting edge socio-cultural theories of childhood and youth, linked to a strong research program, and high quality teaching and is also required. In addition to undergraduate teaching and supervision, the successful candidate will be expected to support the MA program in Child and Youth Studies, and embrace the department’s diverse multi- and transdisciplinary ethos.
Notes
Applications will be reviewed starting on January 31, 2015 until the position is filled. Applicants should submit a letter of application (indicating the file number stated above), curriculum vitae, selected reprints/preprints of publications, evidence of successful, high quality teaching, and arrange for three letters of reference to be sent to:
Professor Rebecca Raby
Department of Child and Youth Studies
Brock University
St. Catharines, Ontario, Canada L2S 3A1
Email: rraby@brocku.ca
Fax: (905) 641-2509
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. Brock University is actively committed to diversity and the principles of Employment Equity and invites applications from all qualified candidates. Women, Aboriginal peoples, members of visible minorities, and people with disabilities are especially encouraged to apply and to voluntarily self identify as a member of a designated group as part of their application. Candidates who wish to have their application considered as a member of one or more designated groups should fill out the Self Identification Form available at http://www.brocku.ca/webfm_
Brock University is an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes and work environment. We will accommodate the needs of the applicants under the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process, per the University’s Accommodation for Employees with Disabilities Policy (http://www.brocku.ca/webfm_
More information on Brock University can be found on the University’s website www.brocku.ca
Journal of Playwork Practice 2nd issue now out! @JPP_Journal
The second issue of JPP has now been published with a themed practitioner section on adventure playgrounds – please see the attached press release for more information.
JPP encourages submissions from researchers outside the playwork field working in a wide range of areas relevant to the practice of playwork. For more information please see the JPP website or email the Editors at jpp@commonthreads.org.uk.
Follow JPP on Twitter: @JPP_Journal
Research Seminar at UCLan – Dr. Sally Brown on Teenage Parenting
University of Central Lancashire – School of Social Work
Research Seminar Series 2014 / 2015
Wednesday 14 January 2015
4-5.30pm, Harrington Building room 337
Teenage parenting: a moral problem, a social problem, or no problem at all?
Dr Sally Brown, Durham University
Continue reading Research Seminar at UCLan – Dr. Sally Brown on Teenage Parenting
New Book: Childhood with Bourdieu
Childhood with Bourdieu
Edited by
Leena Alanen, Liz Brooker and Berry Mayall
Palgrave Macmillan, January 2015
CFP: The cross-sectionality of gender and mothering within transnational families
12th IMISCOE Conference, Geneva, 25-27 June 2015
Conference theme: “Rights, Democracy and Migration”
Call for Papers for a Research Roundtable Panel to be proposed under the following theme: ‘The cross-sectionality of gender and mothering within transnational families: strategies for the maintenance of spirituality, language, culture and identity between generations.’ Continue reading CFP: The cross-sectionality of gender and mothering within transnational families