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Asia-Pacific Academic Mentoring Program

(This webpage is intended solely for sharing and dissemination purposes. All content featured herein is sourced from the International Science Council (ISC), and full credit is attributed to the original authors and publishers) The Asia-Pacific Academic Mentoring Program connects early-career researchers (ECRs) from Asia and the Pacific with senior scientists and scientific leaders from across […]

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Locus-of-Hope in Therapeutic Communities for Addiction: Testing the Framework, Feasibility, and Efficacy of a Brief Intervention by Dr. Sixtus Dane A. Ramos | 5th Loretta Makasiar Sicat Prize for the Social Sciences Award

Dr. Sixtus Dane A. Ramos, a clinical psychologist and postdoctoral research fellow at the Department of Psychology of De La Salle University (DLSU), was awarded as the top winner of the 5th Loretta Makasiar Sicat Prize for the Social Sciences during an awarding ceremony on April 8, 2026 at the Pardo Hall, Henry Sy Sr.,

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“Reduced Reactive Aggression and the Type Assessment Stage in Collective Action Problem” by National Scientist Dr. Raul Fabella | Annual Scientific Lecture 2026

The Philippine Social Science Council presents this lecture by National Scientist Dr. Raul V. Fabella, Professor Emeritus at the University of the Philippines. His lecture entitled, “Reduced Reactive Aggression and the Type Assessment Stage in Collective Action Problem” bridged game theory, rational choice, and economic paradigms to explore how modern scientific evidences such as “reduced

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PSSC, ADNU Seal Partnership to Host NSSC12 in Naga City

Naga City – The Philippine Social Science Council (PSSC) has officially launched preparations for the 12th National Social Science Congress (NSSC12) through a series of partnership building activities in Naga City, Camarines Sur. The visit culminated in the signing of a Memorandum of Agreement with Ateneo de Naga University, courtesy visits to Naga City Mayor

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Bridging the Gaps: Evidence and Action for Children’s Rights in the Philippines by UNICEF Philippines

Baguio City, Philippines – Anchored on the 11th National Social Science Congress (NSSC11) in amplifying children’s voices through social science research, UNICEF’s panel brought together cutting-edge research and evaluation studies that illuminate the challenges and opportunities in advancing child rights, health, education, and well-being in the Philippines. Drawing on evidence from diverse sectors, including education,

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Adolescent Health and Responsible Parenthood: Shaping Policies for Child Protection and Well-being by Usec. Lisa Grace Bersales, PhD

Baguio City, Philippines – True to the central themes of the 11th National Social Science Congress (NSSC11), the Commission on Population and Development (CPD) Executive Director Usec. Lisa S. Bersales, PhD addressed the intersection of adolescent health, responsible parenthood, and national development in the Philippines, presenting a compelling call to action: addressing persistent population issues

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“Every Child Counts: Driving Change through Data, Evidence, and Knowledge”

Baguio City, Philippines – During the 11th National Congress in Baguio City, UNICEF Philippines Chief of Planning, Monitoring and Evidence and Data (PMED) Mr. Xavier Foulquier urged fellow researcher-advocates to deepen their commitment to evidence-based action for the Filipino children. In his keynote titled, “Every Child Counts: Driving Change through Data, Evidence, and Knowledge”, Mr.

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NSSC11 brings over 250 children’s rights advocates to Baguio

Baguio City, Philippines – The 11th National Social Science Congress (NSSC11), held on September 18–20, 2025, at the Crown Legacy Hotel in Baguio City, culminated in success with the active participation of over 250 scholars, researchers, policymakers, students, and advocates. Organized by the Philippine Social Science Council (PSSC) in partnership with UNICEF Philippines, the three-day

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AASSREC International Social Science Collaboration and Development Grants

(This webpage is intended solely for sharing and dissemination purposes. All content featured herein is sourced from the Association of Asian Social Science Research Councils (AASSREC), and full credit is attributed to the original authors and publishers) THE SECOND ROUND OF APPLICATIONS IS NOW OPEN! AASSREC is now accepting applications from social scientists for funding

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