PRAN NEWSLETTER ISSUE 20: October 2025
Dear PRAN MEMBERS
Welcome to the October edition of the PRAN Newsletter! In this issue, we’re thrilled to update you on PRAN’s Early Career Forum, coordinated by Freya Cole Norton - a new space designed to support, connect, and empower those beginning their journeys in social justice and poverty-related work. We also share details of the latest episode of The Cost-of-Living Chronicles, recorded at the launch of the Cost-of-Living special issue event
New Blog Post: Introducing the Early Career Forum
We’re excited to share a new blog post about PRAN’s Early Career Forum by Freya Cole Norton (ECN Coordinator) - a new space for people at the start of their social justice and anti-poverty careers to connect, share experiences, and build resilience.
The post explores why early career support in these fields is so vital and introduces what the Forum will offer, including:
Monthly Peer Support Sessions - a safe, collaborative space to share challenges, exchange ideas, and build networks across sectors. First session: 17 November, 12:30–13:30 (via Zoom)
Early Career Symposium (University of Oxford, 6th May 2026) - bringing together researchers, practitioners, and activists from across academia, public services, and civil society to reflect on the conditions of social justice work.
Read the full blog post: Introducing the Early Career Forum: Strengthening Networks, Building Resilience
Join our LinkedIn Group to stay updated.
Questions or ideas? Contact freya.colenorton@law.ox.ac.uk
Cost of Living Chronicles ‘Special Issue Launch’ - Episode 10
Join us for the tenth instalment of The Cost of Living Chronicles, the first of three episodes recorded live at the launch of a special issue of the Journal of Social Policy and Administration, Understanding the Cost of Living Crisis in the UK.
This issue features a compelling collection of interdisciplinary research exploring the many layers of the UK’s cost of living crisis - from food insecurity and debt to health and wellbeing. It shines a spotlight on the lived experiences of low-income groups, including women, students, and benefit claimants, and makes a powerful case for systemic reforms to address structural inequalities and foster long-term economic stability.
This episode features talks from Prof Danny Dorling (University of Oxford), Dr Ciara Fitzpatrick (Ulster University), Prof Morven G. McEachern (University of Chester) and Dr Camila Lewis (University of Manchester). For information on the content of the Special Issue, read the introduction here.
Keep us updated and share your work with our members
Have research, events, or new initiatives to highlight? Share your updates with us - we’d love to feature your work and celebrate your impact across the PRAN network. Email info@pran.org.uk
In Solidarity,
PRAN Team
