GCSJ roundtable: Disengaged or discerning sceptics? Research and insights on active citizenship

Signs of social and political disengagement are growing, from the 2024 election’s relatively low voter turnout to a sharp decline since COVID in volunteering. This is raising difficult questions about the purpose and benefits of political and social engagement, particularly in a time roiled by anxieties around climate change and increasingly turbulent geopolitics. This roundtable will showcase current research from across the OU focused on engaging disengaged citizens across various contexts.

Presenters:

Dr Dan Taylor

Professor Eleni Andreouli

Dr Donna Smith

Lorena Hodgson (Wisbech Eco Hub, TBC)

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