SSSP is an interdisciplinary community pursuing the application of critical, scientific, and humanis
SSSP is an interdisciplinary community of scholars, practitioners, advocates, and students interested in the application of critical, scientific, and humanistic perspectives to the study of vital social problems, both national and international. The SSSP promotes dialogue through presentations at the annual meeting, and through listservs and newsletters throughout the year; publishes research in t
06/16/2026
The 2025 C. Wright Mills Award finalists have been selected. The committee reviewed 113 nominated books to choose six outstanding finalists. The winner will be announced during the Awards Ceremony at the 2026 Annual Meeting. View the finalists: https://www.sssp1.org/index.cfm/pageid/2695
06/11/2026
Apply for the SSSP Annual Mentorship Program and connect with a mentor or mentee for at least one year (summer 2026–summer 2027). Applications are due June 30. Learn more: https://www.sssp1.org/index.cfm/m/312/Annual_Mentorship_Program
06/09/2026
The preliminary program for the 2026 SSSP Annual Meeting is now available. Browse sessions, events, and meeting information as you prepare for New York City this August. Review the program: https://www.sssp1.org/index.cfm/m/1071/2026_Preliminary_Program/
06/04/2026
Book your stay at the Westin New York at Times Square for the 2026 Annual Meeting. The conference rate is $239 plus tax per night. Reservations made after July 14 (or once the room block fills) are subject to availability and higher rates. Reserve your room today: https://book.passkey.com/e/51159233
06/02/2026
Support SSSP through membership and giving. Renew your membership for 2026, add a division, or make a tax-deductible donation to help advance scholarship and social justice initiatives. Learn more: https://www.sssp1.org/index.cfm/m/427/fuseaction/ssspmember.portal/userid/-1
05/28/2026
Early bird registration for the 2026 Annual Meeting ends Monday, June 1. Secure your spot by registering today: https://www.sssp1.org/index.cfm/m/1062/fuseaction/ssspconf.portal
05/26/2026
Join the SSSP Conference Mentorship Connection and connect with experienced members at the Annual Meeting. Whether you’re a new member or a seasoned participant, this short-term program offers meaningful conversations and lasting connections. Apply by June 30: https://www.sssp1.org/index.cfm/m/1055/Conference_Mentorship_Connection/.
05/21/2026
We’re excited to spotlight members of the Society for the Study of Social Problems whose work advances critical conversations and meaningful change. Learn more and help us celebrate the people who make SSSP such a vibrant intellectual home.
05/19/2026
The 2026 Program Committee invites you to join us for our inaugural Virtual Town Hall Meeting on Tuesday, July 28 from 1:00–2:30 pm (Eastern Time). We are pleased to offer this opportunity for our members who are unable to attend the annual meeting in New York City to participate in a conversation about our Society. All participants must be 2026 SSSP members and register for the event: https://tennessee.zoom.us/meeting/register/4P9HKatQSUiCLNdFPh01RQ
We’ll discuss:
• Revisit the historical foundations and core values of SSSP with a focus on scholarship, teaching, and service in the pursuit of social justice
• Identify current challenges facing SSSP, higher education, scholar-activists, teacher-activists, and community organizers
• Explore ideas for strengthening SSSP – building power and solidarity through our various networks – to better serve our communities (inside and outside of academia and across academic disciplines) and enact our values
05/15/2026
The preliminary program for the 76th SSSP Annual Meeting is now available. We look forward to welcoming you to New York City this August. Review the program and register today: https://www.sssp1.org/index.cfm/m/1071/2026_Preliminary_Program/
