Annual Meeting Sponsors

We are excited to announce the 72nd Annual Meeting, August 5-7. A special thanks Bristol University Press | Home of Policy Press; the Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation; and Oxford University Press for their financial contributions to our program activities. Please mark your calendar for this important conference. We hope to see you there. If you have not renewed your membership or joined SSSP, please consider doing so today.

07/28/2022, 08:34 AM

The Authors’ Attic: Interviews with Authors

The “Authors’ Attic” is a forum that provides authors an opportunity to discuss pressing and relevant social issues of our time. All videos are accessible on the Social Problems YouTube channel.

Watch the latest video featuring Deadric T. Williams, University of Tennessee Knoxville, “Family Structure, Risks, and Racial Stratification in Poverty”

07/26/2022, 03:57 PM

SSSP Executive Officer Search (application deadline: 10/15/22)

The Society for the Study of Social Problems (SSSP) is seeking applicants for the position of Executive Officer. Interested SSSP members in good standing may apply. Applications must be sent to the SSSP’s Administrative Officer and Meeting Manager, Michele Koontz, at mkoontz3@utk.edu. As a social justice organization, the SSSP seeks a diverse applicant pool for the position. Applications received by October 15, 2022 will receive full consideration.

07/22/2022, 09:28 AM

August issue of Social Problems is now available

SSSP members can access the August issue of Social Problems via our website. Please visit https://www.sssp1.org/ or follow the members-only link below for complimentary electronic access. All issues from 1953 - current are available. Members are required to login using their e-mail and password. If you have forgotten your password, you may enter your e-mail address below the log-in area, and your password will be e-mailed to you. If you have recently changed your e-mail address, you will need to log in using the e-mail address SSSP has on file for you. If you have any questions or need assistance, please e-mail the Administrative Office, at sssp@utk.edu. https://www.sssp1.org/index.cfm/m/401/Online_Access/

07/19/2022, 10:28 AM

Tickets Remaining for the Optional Walking Tours and the Optional One-Day Workshop

In addition to all of the exciting sessions, panel discussions, and events, we are pleased to offer two Optional Walking Tours. There are a limited number of tickets remaining for the Downtown Los Angeles Architecture Tour and the Old and New Downtown Los Angeles Tour. In addition, there are a limited number of tickets remaining for the “Community-Based Participatory Action Research” Optional One-Day Workshop. Click here for more information and to secure your ticket(s) today.

Annual Meeting Pre-Registration ends on Sunday, July 17. After this date, you will have to register on-site.

07/14/2022, 10:36 AM

Reserve your room at the Omni Los Angeles Hotel at California Plaza (cut-off date: 7/15/22)

Our single/double room rate of $219 plus tax includes complimentary internet in your guest room. Please request the SSSP - 2022 Los Angeles room rate when booking a room to ensure the correct discount is given. Reservations received after July 15th or after the room block is filled are subject to availability or rate increase. Reservations can be made via the SSSP Reservation Link: https://www.omnihotels.com/hotels/los-angeles-california-plaza/meetings/sssp-2022-08022022.

07/12/2022, 10:28 AM

Deadline to Comment on Proposed Resolutions-July 15

The 2022 proposed resolutions are now posted on the Society’s website. SSSP members are invited to review them and participate in the resolutions process. Current SSSP members may comment, express support or opposition to a resolution, and their reasoning from June 15 to July 15. There is only one week left to review and comment on the resolutions. Note: You must be a current member to access this page. Click here to join or renew.

07/08/2022, 11:27 AM

Review the 2022 Preliminary Program

The preliminary program for the 72nd Annual Meeting is available for viewing. Click here to review the program and to register for the conference. We look forward to your participation in Los Angeles from August 5-7, 2022.

07/06/2022, 10:48 AM

Reserve your room at the Omni Los Angeles Hotel at California Plaza

Our single/double room rate of $219 plus tax includes complimentary internet in your guest room. Please request the SSSP - 2022 Los Angeles room rate when booking a room to ensure the correct discount is given. Reservations received after July 15th or after the room block is filled are subject to availability or rate increase. Reservations can be made via the SSSP Reservation Link: https://www.omnihotels.com/hotels/los-angeles-california-plaza/meetings/sssp-2022-08022022.

07/01/2022, 11:09 AM