💥 Day 2 of Shape Tomorrow Today is here. After last month’s inspiring collaborations, we’re turning ideas into action - co-designing projects, building partnerships, and tackling real-world challenges. This is where bold ideas start becoming reality. #research #society #partnerships #codesign

AI is transforming how knowledge is produced, but not always who benefits. At the Knowledge Futures Symposium, Tom Campbell & Dibya Roy will explore the future of knowledge production & what it means for equity, trust, and responsibility, aligning with our ethical AI challenge area. societal.ac.uk

Knowledge Equity Network@knowledgeen.bsky.social · 2mo ago

How do we build equitable, secure, and ethical knowledge systems in an age of AI and disruption? Join the @universityofleeds.bsky.social for the Knowledge Futures Symposium 2026 (hybrid): 📅 26 June 2026 ⏰ 09:00-18:00 (in-person) | 09:30-16:00 (online) 🔗 conferences.leeds.ac.uk/knowledgefut...

💥Proud moment - congratulations to Professors Louise Waite & Briony Thomas on becoming inaugural Civic Exchange Fellows - recognising their leadership in uniting research, communities & policy to tackle shared challenges. Learn more: bit.ly/42ZPPBn #CivicEngagement #policy #Leeds

🤖 AI is only as ethical as the humans behind it. AI isn’t just technical - it’s ethical, political and deeply human. Our new MSc in AI, Ethics and Society at Leeds Institute for Societal Futures tackles bias, labour, accountability and global inequality in AI. Shape AI responsibly: bit.ly/4cKniUZ

Inspiring participation in SHAPE and STEAM starts in the community. 🌍🖌️🤖 ✂️ By bringing arts and engineering into spaces like Brownies groups, Briony Thomas is sparking curiosity, building confidence and widening access for young people beyond the university. 👉 bit.ly/4vuVtsc #Community #Impact

Seed Funding Opportunity from Leeds Institute for Societal Futures - to support bold, collaborative projects tackling major societal challenges. Join our upcoming workshops to spark new partnerships, shape ideas, and pitch for support. Full details: bit.ly/4szjqga #SeedFunding #Partnerships

Funding available for social science researchers at Leeds through the ESRC IAA to boost collaborations beyond academia. Drive real‑world impact, build partnerships & get projects moving. Read our case studies bit.ly/4atTISz 📨 societal@leeds.ac.uk 🔗societal.leeds.ac.uk Next call closes 3/6/26.

Seed Funding Opportunity from Leeds Institute for Societal Futures - to support bold, collaborative projects tackling major societal challenges. Join our upcoming workshops to spark new partnerships, shape ideas, and pitch for support. Full details: bit.ly/4szjqga #SeedFunding #Partnerships

Great panel this week hosted by Kirsty Wark ‘What’s Next? AI, skills and the future of the creative industries.’ Dibya Roy, Module Leader for Navigating AI, Creativity & Cultural Policy on the new MSc AI Ethics & Society, shared insights on AI and human creativity. More info:🔗https://bit.ly/4bj0i0p

The ESRC Postdoctoral Fellowship call for 2026 is open. Apply to hold your Fellowship at the University of Leeds (9 months full-time or 18 months part-time). EOIs due 17:00, 8 April 2026. Full details can be found here:🔗 bit.ly/4764PAj #WRDTP #Leeds #Postdoctoral #Fellowship

We are looking forward to meeting visitors at the University's Masters Discovery Fair on Wednesday! Come and find out more about Leeds Institute for Societal Futures, meet the team and learn about our new AI Ethics & Society MSc! #Masters #AIEthics #Study #Leeds #AI @universityofleeds.bsky.social

Leeds Institute for Societal Futures@societal.bsky.social · 6mo ago

AI is reshaping everything. The real question is who gets to shape AI? Our new AI Ethics & Society MSc invites future leaders to hold AI to account. Meet us at the University of Leeds Masters Discovery Fair on 11 March. 🔗 bit.ly/4axrc2g #EthicalAI #ResponsibleAI #HigherEducation #Leeds

Looking forward to Spring Up - 2 weeks of cultural events across the University of Leeds (11–21 March). Dibyadyuti Roy, Module Lead on our AI Ethics and Society MSc, will speak at a sold‑out headline event exploring what AI means for the creative and cultural sectors. #AIandCreativity

Looking for a fully funded PhD that connects your research with real‑world impact? Leeds has three ESRC WRDTP Collaborative Studentships in the ESRC pathway - Security, Conflict & Justice. Application deadline: 11 March 2026. More info: bit.ly/4rpwBiO #PhD #Funding @universityofleeds.bsky.social

Leeds Secures Three Fully Funded ESRC WRDTP Collaborative Studentships for 2026/27 - Leeds Institute for Societal Futures

The University of Leeds has been awarded three prestigious, fully funded ESRC White Rose Doctoral Training Partnership (WRDTP) Collaborative Studentships, supporting innovative, challenge‑led research...

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Leeds Institute for Societal Futures@societal.bsky.social · 6mo ago

Leeds awarded 3 funded WRDTP Collaborative Studentships for 26/27 in the Security, Conflict & Justice pathway. • Emergency planning + resilience • Electronic monitoring + probation • Civil resistance + peace processes Apply by 11 March 2026 More🔗 bit.ly/4rpwBiO #Funding #PhD #Research #Leeds

Director of Leeds Institute for Societal Futures, Professor Louise Waite, shared expert commentary in The Times on the Anti‑Slavery Collective’s links to Princess Eugenie. Her research drives our challenge area Migration, Mobility & Belonging. Find out more here: bit.ly/4bgRJ5E #research #privilege

@universityofleeds.bsky.social staff – next ESRC Impact Acceleration Account deadline is 4/3/26. Explore our funding streams, with up to £15k available to boost the impact of your research. 🔗 Find out more on our SharePoint site bit.ly/4sAlMvJ 🪙 #Funding 👩‍👦 #Research 💥 #Impact #Accelerate #Change

AI is reshaping everything. The real question is who gets to shape AI? Our new AI Ethics & Society MSc invites future leaders to hold AI to account. Meet us at the University of Leeds Masters Discovery Fair on 11 March. 🔗 bit.ly/4axrc2g #EthicalAI #ResponsibleAI #HigherEducation #Leeds

Soon we'll be announcing dates for our sandpits to shape projects across our four challenge areas. We’re looking for voices from industry, NGOs, local gov and the third sector. Want to be involved? Sign up here👉 bit.ly/42zFpbO #Collaboration #Impact #Innovation #Leeds #Yorkshire #WorkWithUS

Leeds Institute for Societal Futures@societal.bsky.social · 7mo ago

Want to shape the future, not just watch it happen? Be the first to hear from us and get updates tailored to what matters most to you. Sign up now and join the movement for change: 🔗https://bit.ly/42zFpbO Because tomorrow isn’t waiting. Neither should you. #SocietalFutures #Leeds #Change

Funding available for social science researchers at Leeds through the ESRC IAA to boost collaborations beyond academia. Drive real‑world impact, build partnerships and get projects moving. Read our case studies 👉 bit.ly/4atTISz Next call closes 4 Mar 2026. @universityofleeds.bsky.social #Impact

Leeds awarded 3 funded WRDTP Collaborative Studentships for 26/27 in the Security, Conflict & Justice pathway. • Emergency planning + resilience • Electronic monitoring + probation • Civil resistance + peace processes Apply by 11 March 2026 More🔗 bit.ly/4rpwBiO #Funding #PhD #Research #Leeds

Thinking about a Masters?🎓 Meet Leeds Institute for Societal Futures @ the University of Leeds’ Masters Discovery Fair on 11 March, 10.30–3.30. Discover how PG study can help shape your future. Learn about our new AI Ethics and Society MSc launching Autumn '26: bit.ly/4bj0i0p #Masters #Leeds

Help shape the next phase of Leeds Institute for Societal Futures. Want to collaborate in our development sandpits & workshops? #EthicalAI #HealthInequalities #Migration #Polarisation #AIEthics & more – whether you're internal or external to University of Leeds, let us know! EOI form: bit.ly/4bj9iCB

How can research & real‑world partners spark faster impact? Our recent IAA showcase highlighted collaborations across industry, public sector and communities - all powered by Impact Acceleration Account funding. Want to work with our researchers? bit.ly/49Wa8mp #SocialImpact #KnowledgeExchange

Impact Acceleration Funding Opens Doors for Collaboration with Industry and Public Sector Partners - Leeds Institute for Societal Futures

Leeds Institute for Societal Futures and the Research and Innovation Service (RIS) recently brought together researchers from across the University to showcase how Impact Acceleration Account (IAA) fu...

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We’re looking forward to Monday’s fully booked Joint Impact Acceleration Account Showcase, celebrating how IAA #funding is helping Leeds researchers drive real‑world impact. Find out more about our funding opportunities bit.ly/4qWpNc7 @openresleeds.bsky.social @universityofleeds.bsky.social

ESRC Impact Acceleration Account - Leeds Institute for Societal Futures

Partner with Us to Drive Real-World Change. The Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC) is the UK’s main funder of research in economic, social, behavioural, and human data sciences. Through its I...

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🎓Apply now for ESRC White Rose DTP PhD studentships commencing Oct '26 @universityofleeds.bsky.social 💠Application deadline: 21 Jan 2026 💠Open to UK & international applicants 💠Funding includes fees + stipend 💠Specialist awards available 👉 Further info: bit.ly/471gXBM #Funding #PhD #Studentships

@universityofleeds.bsky.social staff – next ESRC Impact Acceleration Account deadline is 4/3/26. Explore our funding streams, with up to £15k available to boost the impact of your research. 🔗 Find out more on our SharePoint site bit.ly/4sAlMvJ 🪙 Funding | 👩‍👦 Research Impact | 📈 Accelerate Change

Want to shape the future, not just watch it happen? Be the first to hear from us and get updates tailored to what matters most to you. Sign up now and join the movement for change: 🔗https://bit.ly/42zFpbO Because tomorrow isn’t waiting. Neither should you. #SocietalFutures #Leeds #Change

Want to see how research creates real-world impact? Join us at the Joint IAA Showcase @ the University of Leeds. Discover how Impact Acceleration Account (IAA) funding has amplified research projects across the university—turning ideas into action and innovation. Book your place here: bit.ly/3L36z5E

Professors Louise Waite and Hai‑Sui Yu introduce the Leeds Institute for Societal Futures - a bold and collaborative space for tackling society's biggest challenges. Big ideas start here. Watch the vision unfold. www.youtube.com/watch?v=bap9... #SocietalFutures #Leeds

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As part of the White Rose Doctoral Training Partnership (WRDTP) all @universityofleeds.bsky.social Postgraduate Researchers in the social sciences can attend WRDTP training & events, irrespective of funding source! Read the latest training & events roundup on SharePoint bit.ly/48XakkO #PGR #Leeds

Thinking about applying for a WRDTP studentship? If so, we strongly encourage you to submit your application for a PhD place at the @universityofleeds.bsky.social by 7 January 2026. This will allow sufficient time to consider your PhD application ahead of the studentship deadline!🧑‍🎓💻🗓️ #funding #PhD

Leeds Institute for Societal Futures@societal.bsky.social · 8mo ago

🎓Apply now for ESRC White Rose DTP PhD studentships commencing Oct '26 @universityofleeds.bsky.social 💠Application deadline: 21 Jan 2026 💠Open to UK & international applicants 💠Funding includes fees + stipend 💠Specialist awards available 👉 Further info: bit.ly/471gXBM #Funding #PhD #Studentships