INTERROGATING THE GLOBAL SOCIAL CHALLENG

How can sociology help us navigate and respond to today’s global challenges? This accessible book shows how sociological thinking deepens our understanding of today’s most urgent challenges—from climate change to inequality—and offers fresh perspectives for meaningful change.

Bridget Byrne is Professor of Sociology at the University of Manchester, UK and Director of the ESRC research Centre on Dynamics of Ethnicity (CoDE).

Tine Buffel is Professor of Sociology and Social Gerontology at the University of Manchester and Director of the Manchester Urban Ageing Research Group (MUARG).

Chris Phillipson is Professor of Sociology and Social Gerontology in the School of Social Sciences at the University of Manchester. He has published a number of general books in the field of ageing as well a number of papers on age-friendly issues.

Patty Doran is Research Fellow at the University of Manchester and Deputy Director of the Manchester Urban Ageing Research Group (MUARG).

Kevin Gillan is a Senior Lecturer in Sociology at the University of Manchester.