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UJ Faculty of Humanities retweeted
Fieldwork opportunity!
The University of Tübingen would like to invite 2-3 African students to join their 2027 excavation season as volunteers at Jojosi Shelter, inland KwaZulu Natal. See attached flyer for more details.
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The Africa Centre for Evidence,
University of Johannesburg, cordially invites you to a conversation with Dr Emmanuel Rowlands to mark the launch of his new book: Stories of Male Domestic Violence Survivors in Johannesburg: Burns from Hot Water, Wounds from Stabs, Hits and Bites
📅 DATE: 30 October 2026 |
⏰ TIME: 10:00am
📍 VENUE: Nadine Gordimer Auditorium, Level 5, Auckland Park Library, University of Johannesburg, Cnr Kingsway & University Road, Auckland Park,
In-person: zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_…
🔗 WEBINAR LINK: zoom.us/s/99871066541
UJ Faculty of Humanities retweeted
Happy Tuesday!
From the 9th to the 11th of October, the P-RI joined the UJ Vice Chancellor Professor Letlhokwa Mpedi at a stakeholder engagement session hosted by Kaingo Game Reserve, Limpopo.
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UJ Faculty of Humanities retweeted
P-RI 2026 symposium!
The P-RI recently held its annual symposium, where academic staff members and students presented on the research that they have been doing lately.
A big congratulations to everyone on the amazing year we've had!
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UJ Faculty of Humanities retweeted
What happens when platform workers can’t work?
In this @News24 op-ed, CSDA’s Prof Lauren Graham, Khuliso Matidza & @oliver_meth_SA explore the risks and insecurities facing Uber drivers and Mr D delivery workers.
🔗Read more:news24.com/opinions/analysis…
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The day has finally arrived‼️
Day 1 of the #MFF2026 is underway way.
A room full of media experts, academia, researchers and the public that contributes to the trusted information ecosystem we are building.
Join us at Goethe-Institut, Parktown 2193.
Live stream : youtube.com/live/VCuT_HrUy3I…
UJ Faculty of Humanities retweeted
@rmoalusi asks how we can talk about accountability after over a decade of no action being taken to protect female journalists from harassment and harm.
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@SAEditorsForum @moxiiafrica @GermanyInsa @goethejoburg #MFF2026 @mediauj @PrinolaG @LiezleWilson #PollandScroll
UJ Faculty of Humanities retweeted
Our next panel is up! @PrinolaG moderating the conversation on everyday risks and online election threats. Check it out!
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Helen Joseph’s legacy continues to raise important questions about women, equality, care and social justice.
This November, the CSDA at the University of Johannesburg invites you to the 21st Annual Helen Joseph Memorial Lecture.
Join us for an evening of reflection, dialogue and ideas inspired by a legacy of activism that continues to shape conversations about social justice.
📅 09 November 2026
⏰ 17:00–19:00
📍 Ubuntu Chambers, Auckland Park Kingsway Campus, APK
Register here: forms.office.com/r/tBpnxQkTF…
UJ Faculty of Humanities retweeted
🌍 9 contributors. 30 chapters. One international conversation.
What does it mean to practise social work radically and ethically?
Join us for the launch of The Routledge International Handbook of Radical, Ethical Social Work.
📅 9 Oct | 15:00 SAST
🔗 events.teams.microsoft.com/e…
UJ Faculty of Humanities retweeted
Happy Monday!
We'd like to invite you to a talk by Dr Matthew Caruana on the 8th of October 2026 at Roedean School in Parktown!
Please have a look at the attached flyer for more details and we hope to see you there!
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UJ Faculty of Humanities retweeted
Happy Friday!
We would like to extend our warmest congratulations to Ms. Emma Cleminson who graduated on the 30th of September 2026 for her MA. She received the Chancellor’s Medal for the Most Meritorious Master’s Student 2025!
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UJ Faculty of Humanities retweeted
📢 A LEGACY THAT CONTINUES
This November, join us for the 21st Annual Helen Joseph Memorial Lecture, exploring the enduring relevance of women’s movements, care & social justice in South Africa today.
📅 11 Nov | 📍Ubuntu Chambers, UJ & online
🔗Register: forms.office.com/r/tBpnxQkTF…
UJ Faculty of Humanities retweeted

Vice-Chancellor Message – 02 October 2026
🏥 UJ and SAMCT bring Eye Care to Communities with a Mobile Clinic
🎓 Honorary Doctorates for Eminent Individuals
🔬 Professorial Inauguration
🌍 International Translation Day
🎶 UJ Choir at KUESTA 2026
🏆 Celebrating Sport Achievements
☕ High Tea with the VC
Read more: news.uj.ac.za/news/vice-chan…
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UJ Faculty of Humanities retweeted
📢 What happens when you need social protection but don’t have a formal employer?
Our next Social Security for Workers webinar explores maternity protection for informal workers in India & South Africa’s SRD grant.
📅 7 Oct | 13:00–14:30 CET
👉 Register: bit.ly/4gUdSIN
UJ Faculty of Humanities retweeted
📚 We’re excited to announce the launch of the Routledge International Handbook of Radical, Ethical Social Work!
Join us as we launch this new international collection exploring social work, inequality, social justice & meaningful change.
🔗 Register: events.teams.microsoft.com/e…
