The Institute for Volunteering Research and Student Hubs are carrying out new research on Students, volunteering and social action: Histories and policies to inform current and future policy and practice.

This initiative aims to fill gaps in the history of student volunteering and social action in the UK and to locate its evolution in the broader context of nineteenth and twentieth century social, economic and political history. Outcomes have included:

• A literature review
• A working group of interested parties
• A one-day symposium
• A website that is a focal point for future contemporary and historical research into student volunteering
• Student research projects

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We're always looking to hear from people interested in this work: historians, social researchers, policymakers, practitioners and students.

If you have research that is relevant please let us know or you may be interested in joining the working group we have formed. Alternatively, just get in touch and we'll keep you informed of latest developments.