The Benefits of SSSP Membership

Becoming a member of the Society for the Study of Social Problems (SSSP) means joining a vibrant community of scholar activists dedicated to addressing today’s most pressing social issues and reimagining the way we understand society.

• Connecting with a supportive network of colleagues, graduate students, and junior scholars
• Sharing and discovering groundbreaking research in Social Problems and other SSSP publications
• Building professional partnerships and lifelong friendships at our annual meetings

For more than 70 years, SSSP has been a home for scholars who combine research with action. Join us–or renew your membership today–and help shape meaningful social change!

Join/Renew Today!

Posted by Helen E. Wilds - 09/25/2025, 08:45 AM

Thank You, Chicago – See You in New York!

Thank you to everyone who joined us in Chicago for the 75th Anniversary Annual Meeting and helped make it a success. As we look ahead, we hope you’ll join us August 6-9, 2026, for the 76th Annual Meeting in New York City. Learn more about next year’s meeting and theme.

Posted by Helen E. Wilds - 09/23/2025, 08:34 AM

2025 Indigenous Peoples’ Social Justice Award

At the 2025 Annual Meeting, SSSP presented the Indigenous Peoples’ Social Justice Award and contributed $2,500 to the Chi-Nations Youth Council in support of their work. Learn more.

Posted by Helen E. Wilds - 09/18/2025, 08:43 AM

Congratulations to the Award, Fellowship, and Scholarship Winners

We proudly recognize the recipients of the 2025 Awards, Fellowship, and Scholarship! These outstanding individuals and organizations exemplify the active pursuit of critical, scientific, and humanistic approaches to the study of vital social problems. They are exceptional scholars, practitioners, advocates, and students whose accomplishments strengthen our community.

View the full list of the 2025 winners.

Posted by Helen E. Wilds - 09/17/2025, 10:26 AM

Virtual Webinar: Navigating the Job Market

Join us for this virtual event featuring panelists from diverse institutions in both academic and applied positions. Learn their strategies, gain practical advice, and bring your questions for them to answer! Register here.

Monday, September 15
12:00 PM – 2:00 PM (Eastern Time)
Sponsored by the SSSP Membership & Outreach Committee

Posted by Helen E. Wilds - 09/11/2025, 08:38 AM

2025 Annual Meeting Slideshow

Thank you for making the 2025 Annual Meeting a success! The slideshow of photos captured during our time in Chicago is now available. We hope you enjoy reminiscing on our time together and we look forward to seeing everyone in New York City next year.

Posted by Helen E. Wilds - 09/10/2025, 11:07 AM

Final Call for Nominations – 2026 General Election (nomination deadline 9/12)

This is our final call for nominations for the 2026 General Election. We invite you to submit an online nomination form to help ensure a diverse, representative, and dynamic slate of candidates. Self-nominations are strongly encouraged. Nominees must be 2025+ members.

Please nominate yourself or a colleague via the online nomination form. All nominations must be submitted by 11:59 p.m. (Eastern Time) on Friday, September 12, 2025.

Posted by Helen E. Wilds - 09/09/2025, 09:50 AM

SSSP: Call for Nominations – 2026 General Election (Nomination Deadline: 9/5)

The Society for the Study of Social Problems invites nominations for the upcoming General Election. This is an opportunity to help shape the future of SSSP leadership and ensure that our community continues to thrive. We encourage members to participate in this important process by nominating colleagues or self-nominating for leadership positions. Your engagement strengthens the Society and its mission. Submit a nomination.

Posted by Helen E. Wilds - 09/04/2025, 08:33 AM

View 2025 Approved Resolutions

Thank you for voting for the 2025 Proposed Resolutions. Per the Society’s By-Laws, a resolution passes if two-thirds of the members voting online by the deadline vote in favor of the resolution. All Proposed Resolutions passed.

View the 2025 Approved Resolutions

Posted by Helen E. Wilds - 09/02/2025, 08:30 AM