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The 2026 Social Weather Stations (SWS) Survey Review
The Philippine Social Science Council presents this report by Mr. Leo Rando S. Laroza, Fellow and Director of Communications and Information

“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

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

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
Roundtable Discussions
Compilation of roundtable discussions and dialogues on social sciences
organized by PSSC.

The Past, Present, and Future of the Social Sciences in the Philippines: The Second Roundtable Discussion
MANILA – The Philippine Social Science Council (PSSC) has once again brought together prominent social scientists in its second installment

The Past, Present and Future of Social Sciences in the Philippines: A Roundtable Discussion
To celebrate its 55 years of advocacy, the Philippine Social Science Council (PSSC) — the country’s largest network of social

Preventing Pandemics: Future Directions of the Social Sciences in Global Health | A Roundtable Discussion
With the COVID-19 pandemic exposing the long-standing stark global inequalities and fragilities, how can we prevent another global medical crisis?
Social Science and Society Lectures
These lectures by subject-matter experts on various social science topics were delivered either by individuals who are affiliated with the Philippine Social Science Council (PSSC) or during PSSC-organized events.

The 2026 Social Weather Stations (SWS) Survey Review
The Philippine Social Science Council presents this report by Mr. Leo Rando S. Laroza, Fellow and Director of Communications and Information Technology in Social Weather Stations

“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

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

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
Featured Social Scientists
PSSC takes pride in its roster of social scientists who have served the discipline and the nation throughout the years. Get to know them and their valuable work here.
Think Pieces
Think Pieces presents the views, arguments, reflections and insights of Filipino scholars and educators on various topics of national interests and current events. The articles, essays and related resources in this page seek to encourage critical thinking and spark meaningful exchanges. Think Pieces is developed by the Philippine Social Science Council (PSSC) in cooperation with its member-organizations.
Usapang Sosyal
Usapang Sosyal is a public affairs talk program with social scientists from different disciplines discussing the most important social issues

Crime and Punishment w/ Filomin Gutierrez | Usapang Sosyal Ep 1
For its first episode, the Philippine Social Science Council invited Dr. Filomin Gutierrez to talk

Community Pantries, Red-tagging and the Lockdown | Usapang Sosyal Ep 2
In the second episode of Usapang Sosyal, we are joined by Dr. Roland Tolentino and

2022 Philippine Elections | Usapang Sosyal Ep. 3
Explore the complex socio-political tapestry woven around the Philippine political culture and social norms, and

COP26 and What It Means to the Philippines | Usapang Sosyal Ep. 4
Let’s talk about the recent COP 26 and the imminent challenge of climate change. Join
Webinars
Watch these webinars organized or co-organized by PSSC and its member-organizations.

The Filipino Migration Experience| A Book Talk by Prof. Mina Roces
The Filipino Migration Experience introduces a new dimension to the usual depiction of migrants as disenfranchised workers or marginal ethnic groups. Mina Roces suggests alternative

Corporate Governance Webinar
On 6 September 2021, the Philippine Social Science Council hosted a webinar on corporate governance with Atty. Rachel Esther Remalante from the SEC. The webinar

Examining the COVID-19 Responses of South Korea and the Philippines
On 8 August, 2021, the Philippine Social Science Council held a webinar entitled “Examining the COVID-19 Responses of Korea and the Philippines” to recognize the

Life in Lockdown: Perspectives from Social Scientists
The Philippine Social Science Council invites you to a three-part webinar series entitled “Life in Lockdown: Perspectives of the Social Scientists”. With more than a