A message from a Northumbria Sociology graduate

We share a message we recently received from a former Sociology student

I just wanted to say thank you to you and all the other staff on the Sociology programme for sparking my passion to become active in bringing about equality within society.

We are always delighted and proud when we hear from former students, particularly when it shows how they are continuing to develop their sociological imagination and passion for promoting the cause of social justice. So when we received an email from Jessica last month describing her involvement in promoting women’s rights, we asked if we could pass it on. Here, we share a little bit of Jessica’s message, and a picture of her and her friends. We think you will love them as much as we do.

Dear Ruth,

I took part in a protest today in Paris to mark the year of the women’s rights protest against Donald Trump being sworn in. I just wanted to say thank you to you and all the other staff on the Sociology programme for sparking my passion to become active in bringing about equality within society.

Jessica

Jessica and friends in Paris