'Language and Social Justice' book launch and CLSJR research showcase

York St John University was founded in 1841, born out of a socially conscious, ethical conviction in sharing education as a route to a fairer world.As a leading education, training and research institution in the heart of the historic city of York we serve a global campus of staff and students who thrive on academic excellence, graduate employability and a strong sense of community.

York St John University

Join us for this book launch and research showcase

York St John Creative Centre, York St John University

This event celebrates the recent publication of Language and Social Justice: An Introduction to Linguistic Activism (Routledge, 2025) by Helen Sauntson, Clare Cunningham, Johanna Ennser-Kananen and Dai O’Brien. Summary: Described by critics as ‘a must-read for anyone wishing to engage with language, power and ideology as they play out in human communities’, Language and Social Justice provides readers with the knowledge and analytical skills required to explore why and how social inequalities and injustices are enacted through language, and how they may be challenged. The expert authors introduce readers to theories, concepts, methods and applications which enable them to become ‘activist applied linguists’ in the field of language and social justice. Each chapter contains up-to-date information, case studies, study questions and activities, suggestions for activism, and recommended readings relating to a range of topics within the field of language and social justice research. This innovative and accessible textbook is essential reading for students and scholars engaged in language and social justice research across a range of contexts. Join the authors to discuss the continuing centrality of language to all forms of social justice scholarship, advocacy and activism. The accompanying research showcase event is an exciting opportunity to explore the research projects by staff and students from the Centre for Language and Social Justice Research. There will be a programme of poster presentations as well as opportunities for networking and discussing the work of the Centre with staff, students and other attendees. Refreshments are provided. Speakers Include: Helen Sauntson, Clare Cunningham, Johanna Ennser-Kananen, Dai O'Brien Events Access &amp; InclusivityAt York St John University we are committed to making our events as welcoming and inclusive for as many people as possible.If you are planning to attend one of our events and have specific access requirements, including wheelchair access, then please contact us by e: events@yorksj.ac.uk or t: 01904 876318 and we will make every effort to accommodate you.If you need a suitable seat reserved for you (and your companions), please let us know, preferably at least one week before the event. Sign language interpreters and real-time captioning may be requested in advance. Please contact us as soon as possible (ideally at least 3 weeks before the date of the event) if you require either BSL interpretation or captioning. We will try our best but cannot guarantee provision. ParkingThere is no parking for any vehicles on site and ANPR cameras are in operation 24/7.We have a small number of Blue Badge spaces available, these spaces can only be used if guests have pre registered their number plates by emailing events@yorksj.ac.uk.Registering your details does not guarantee a space, as they operate on a first come, first served basis. Please ensure your blude badge is displayed clearly in the vehicle. Privacy PolicyYork St John University will use the data you submit in Eventbrite for the purposes of administering this event. York St John University utilises third party software for data storage, tracking and analysis activity but your details will not be used by any of these third parties in order to contact you Any data you share with us will be used to help us improve your event experience and for event tracking and analysis activity within the University.We will only send you important information and reminders related to the event you have booked unless you tell us otherwise. During the booking process, if you opt-in to receive emails about the latest events hosted and supported by York St John University, you consent to York St John University contacting you with relevant information.If you no longer wish to hear from us you can opt-out at any time by changing your contact preferences via the link in emails you receive from us or by emailing events@yorksj.ac.uk.