Online Preliminary Program Is Now Available

The preliminary program for the 76th SSSP Annual Meeting is now available. Review the program and register for the conference. We are excited about the upcoming meeting and look forward to welcoming you to New York City this August.

05/15/2026, 02:26 PM

Advertise with Us at the SSSP 76th Annual Meeting

The Society for the Study of Social Problems invites you to advertise at the 76^th Annual Meeting in New York City. Each year, we welcome attendees from all over the world, including students, professors, activists, and private-sector professionals. Advertising with us is an excellent way to showcase your company’s name, logo, services, and products to a diverse and engaged audience.

05/14/2026, 09:03 AM

Apply for the SSSP Annual Mentorship Program (Application Deadline: June 30)

The SSSP Annual Mentorship Program is designed to foster meaningful connections between members who wish to be paired as mentors or mentees. The program’s primary objective is to support these relationships for at least one year (summer 2026–summer 2027). If you are interested in participating as a mentor or mentee, please complete the appropriate application.

05/12/2026, 11:10 AM

Make Your Hotel Reservation for the 2026 Annual Meeting

Make your hotel reservation at the Westin New York at Times Square. Our room rate is $239 plus tax, per night. Be sure to request the SSSP-NYC Conference room rate when booking. Reservations made after July 14 (or if the room block fills before then) are subject to availability or increased rate.

05/07/2026, 10:38 AM

SSSP at 75: Presidential Reflections and Enduring Contributions

Social Problems is pleased to commemorate the 75th anniversary of SSSP with a special virtual issue featuring classic articles by past SSSP presidents, available for free for a limited time.

05/07/2026, 10:33 AM

SSSP Virtual Post Mini-Conference Recap

Thank you to all who participated in our first Virtual Poster Mini-Conference! We had excellent presentations and engaging conversations and look forward to more opportunities to connect and share scholarship. Read more about the critical scholarship presented and view the posters. Learn more about our ongoing virtual events. 

04/30/2026, 08:31 AM

Apply for the SSSP Conference Mentorship Connection (application deadline June 30)

The SSSP Conference Mentorship Connection is designed to facilitate interaction between new members or graduate students and veterans at the annual meeting. Meeting mentors provide valuable knowledge about SSSP and annual meeting activities as well as insights into their own experiences as scholar activists. If you are interested in serving as a mentor or being matched with a mentor in New York, complete the appropriate application.

04/29/2026, 11:26 AM

Make Your Hotel Reservation for the 2026 Annual Meeting

Make your hotel reservation at the Westin New York at Times Square. Our room rate is $239 plus tax, per night. Be sure to request the SSSP-NYC Conference room rate when booking. Reservations made after July 14 (or if the room block fills before then) are subject to availability or increased rate.

04/28/2026, 08:42 AM

Support the SSSP with a Sustaining Membership

Together, we can make a difference. Sustaining members enjoy the many benefits of a SSSP membership without the annual dues – all while helping the Society fulfill its purpose in pursuit of a more just and humane world.

Sustaining membership is available at three different levels: Gold, Platinum, and Diamond.

Join or renew today and consider becoming a sustaining member.

View our sustaining members.

04/23/2026, 08:34 AM

Submit Resolutions for SSSP Consideration (Deadline April 30)

Members wishing to propose resolutions for consideration should submit them to SSSP Vice-President Clare E.B. Cannon by April 30. 

04/22/2026, 10:32 AM

Member and Outreach Committee Social Media Spotlight – Korey Tillman

Congratulations to the 2026 General Election winners! Serving SSSP is a great way to connect with other members and shape the direction of the organization. As we get close to the end of the semester, what is one thing you look forward to doing this summer?

04/21/2026, 08:41 AM