🎄Dear SCDTP Students, PGRs, and Supervisors🎄,

As we step into the final month of the year, with the festive season just around the corner, we're excited to bring you the latest biweekly SCDTP and Network Update. From opportunities to updates, there's plenty to explore before we wrap up the year. Be sure to check out the links provided to stay informed!

Dear Students,

As winter sets in and the busy research season continues, we at the SCDTP are dedicated to supporting your wellbeing and creating moments of connection and care. That’s why we’re thrilled to continue hosting our meditation session of the academic year this Wednesday from 1–2 pm.

This is your chance to pause, breathe, and recharge—whether you're working from your desk with headphones or have the room to stretch, stand, or lie down. We warmly encourage you to join us for this moment of mindfulness and relaxation.

The session will be held virtually, so feel free to attend from wherever you feel most comfortable. Simply use the Zoom link below to join us:

• port-ac-uk.zoom.us/j/84126644540 
• ID: 84126644540

If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to Prof. Tamsin Bradley.

We look forward to seeing you there!

We’re excited to announce that we’ve expanded our training offerings to better support you! Details for all Semester 1 training and events are now available, and we’re actively updating the schedule with additional opportunities for Semester 2 as they are finalized.

Take a moment to explore what’s on offer and be sure to sign up for the sessions that interest you. Don’t miss out on these valuable opportunities to enhance your skills and connect with the SCDTP community.

Training is listed here: https://southcoastdtp.ac.uk/training-programme/training-calendar/

Events are listed here: https://southcoastdtp.ac.uk/cd-events/

You can also view a calendar that contains an overview of all training and events here: https://southcoastdtp.ac.uk/all-events/

Where possible, resources from previous events will be saved here: https://southcoastdtp.ac.uk/training-programme/scdtp-training/training-resources/

We hope these updates will assist you in planning your schedule and securing your spot in the sessions that interest you.

Thank you to everyone who joined the first session of the SCDTP Decolonial Reading Group! We’re excited to continue building this space for collaborative learning and discussion around decolonial theories and their relevance to research and the world at large.

Meeting Details:

• Frequency: Every 4 weeks on Thursdays
• Next Date: Thursday, 19th December 2024
• Time: 1–2 pm
• Platform: Microsoft Teams ( Teams Link)

This group is open to all students, supervisors, and staff across our institutions. Leadership and participation are shared equally, so please bring your ideas and suggestions for future readings.

Whether you’re continuing the journey with us or joining for the first time, we look forward to another engaging and thought-provoking discussion.

The Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC) is excited to announce the latest call for applications to its Postdoctoral Fellowship (PDF) scheme. This opportunity is designed for those in the immediate postdoctoral stage of their career, offering a chance to consolidate their PhD through developing publications, networks, and research and professional skills.

The PDF scheme is part of ESRC’s strategy to support early career researchers and is delivered through our national network of Doctoral Training Partnerships (DTPs). Fellows must be aligned with an accredited DTP subject area and will benefit from a high-quality research and training environment.

We have yet to open the call for application on our website, below are the important dates for this year application:

• Application Open: 5 November 2025
• Full Proposal Deadline: 25 March 2025, 16:00 GMT
• Fellowship Start Date: 1 October 2025

For more details on how to apply and to access the latest forms and guidelines, please visit our website.

Thank you for taking the time to read this edition of the SCDTP and Network Update. We hope the information and updates provided inspire you to stay connected with our vibrant community and make the most of the opportunities available.

Your feedback is always valued, and we encourage you to share your thoughts, questions, or suggestions with us at scdtp@soton.ac.uk. Together, we can continue to grow and support each other in meaningful ways.

Thank you for being an integral part of our community, and we look forward to seeing you at upcoming events and activities. .

Best regards,

 The SCDTP Team.

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