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These case studies demonstrate the wealth of knowledge and expertise that Wales’s universities have in the study of society and politics, with examples that include thoughtful analysis of political devolution, the human rights of older people, methods to reduce community violence, and the powerful story of the ‘Zanzibar Soccer Queens’, an all-female football team that is challenging perceptions of women in society.
“I am pleased to report on the efforts we are taking in the Department of Health to roll out the ‘Cardiff Model’…We know the Cardiff model works. Now we need to ensure every community sees the benefit.” Norman Lamb, Minister of State for Care and Support
Mae’r astudiaethau enghreifftiol hyn yn arddangos y cyfoeth o wybodaeth ac arbenigedd sydd gan brifysgolion Cymru ym maes astudiaethau cymdeithas a gwleidyddiaeth, ac enghreifftiau o hynny yw dadansoddiad meddylgar o ddatganoli gwleidyddol, hawliau dynol pobl hŷn, dulliau i leihau trais cymunedol, a stori rymus y ‘Zanzibar Soccer Queens’, tîm pêl droed merched sy’n herio canfyddiadau menywod yn eu cymdeithas.
“Rwyf yn falch o adrodd ar yr ymdrechion rydym yn eu gwneud yn yr Adran Iechyd i gyflwyno ‘Model Caerdydd’…Gwyddom fod model Caerdydd yn gweithio. Yr hyn sydd ei angen yn awr yw sicrhau bod pob cymuned yn elwa ohono.” Norman Lamb, Gweinidog Gwladol dros Ofal a Chynhaliaeth
Reshaping the youth justice framework in England and Wales
Swansea University research highlights potential pitfalls of adopting an overly deterministic framework for youth justice policy and practice
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Survey findings by the University of South Wales illustrate the need for support to ensure growth and survival of small businesses
Research reports by the University of South Wales used by the Federation of Small Business as a basis for policy development and lobbying
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Reframing drug policy discourse: Impacting high-level debates on international drug control
Swansea University create innovative framework for understanding policy shifts on drug control
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Addressing the problem of human trafficking
Research at Aberystwyth University outlines human rights obligations and influences global policy
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Greater Powers and Responsibilities for Town and Community Councils
Research work leads to changes in the powers and regulatory structures of town and community councils
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Generating the evidence to support policies on new medicines
Work by Bangor University shows the notion of a Cancer Drugs Fund in Wales and Scotland is rejected by the public
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Do Banks Compete?
Research at Bangor University influences competition and efficiency within the banking sector
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Language Policy, Diversity and Usage
Development of world’s first targeted online advertising technology
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Tackling HIV in South Africa through comics
Charity workshops break taboos and help children express their feelings about HIV/AIDS
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Public education through ‘The Story of Wales’
Collaboration between BBC Cymru Wales and The Open University in Wales results in widening access to further education
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Supporting Farmers and Traders in Sudan
Research into Acacia gum contributing towards food safety in the developing world.
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‘Zanzibar Soccer Queens’ and its Impact on Civil Society and Cultural Life in Africa and Europe
Documentary film raises awareness of AIDS and paves the way for women’s football in Africa
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Analysing and Developing Creative Industries in Small Nations
Research on the creative industries in small nations is influencing policy and corporate decisions
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Delineating England
Research reveals growing appetite for English identity amid changing political identities and constitutional attitudes
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Public Opinion and Devolution in Wales
Aberystwyth University conduct the first systematic examination of the evolution of public opinion and electoral behaviour in Wales
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A scientific foundation for the first national clinical standards in the assessment of child abuse
Cardiff University has developed the world’s first research programme to provide the scientific basis for more reliable clinical assessments of child abuse and neglect
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Tween Audiences and Welsh-language Television Production: Impacts on Economic Prosperity and Cultural Life
Knowledge Transfer Partnership between provides a unique ‘snap-shot’ of contemporary childhood in Wales
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Human Rights and Older People
Professor champions human rights of older people in Wales
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Reducing unnecessary attendance at hospital emergency departments by improving care out of hospital
Better use of Ambulance services leads to a reduction in costs to the NHS
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How research on supported living environments for older people changed Welsh policy and practice
Swansea University research helps change services to better meet the needs of older people living in sheltered housing
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