Equality and Social Need Research Programme
The role of this section of the Research Branch is two-fold. It is our responsibility to promote and provide high quality, inter-disciplinary research, which will advance our knowledge and understanding of the complexities of:
- social need and social exclusion in order to assist policy formulation, implementation and evaluation
- the wider Equality Agenda including the specific groups referred to in Section 75 of the Northern Ireland Act (1998).
This research is intended to challenge current policies and practices, promote innovative methods and encourage an interdisciplinary approach.
A list of current research projects is available to view.
Objectives
Our main objectives are to:
- promote research which will challenge and influence policy-making on Equality and Social Need;
- improve the transfer of knowledge outside and within Government;
- develop new relationships with the research community; and
- encourage and support independent research on themes in the university, voluntary and community sectors.
Funding
You can apply for funding (Word 80KB) under the Research Programme. You can view the Research Call here (PDF 68KB). However you may wish to consult the Research Strategy 2011/12 - 2014/15 (PDF 104KB) before applying and it is also advisable to contact us prior to the submission of a proposal to save time and effort.
Please note Research Call closing date extended to 15 August due to requirements of the European Journal.
Staffing
Dr. Stephen Donnelly – Senior Principal Statistician Head of Branch
Telephone: 028 9052 3284
E-mail: stephen.donnelly@ofmdfmni.gov.uk
Telephone: 028 9052 3284
E-mail: stephen.donnelly@ofmdfmni.gov.uk
Mrs Janis Scallon - Principal Statistician
Telephone: 028 9052 2411
E-mail: janis.scallon@ofmdfmni.gov.uk
Telephone: 028 9052 2411
E-mail: janis.scallon@ofmdfmni.gov.uk
Mr. Michael MacNeill - Deputy Principal Statistician
Telephone: 028 9052 3244
E-mail: michael.macneill@ofmdfmni.gov.uk
Telephone: 028 9052 3244
E-mail: michael.macneill@ofmdfmni.gov.uk
Mr. Michael McNally - Assistant Statistician
Telephone: 028 9052 2091
E-mail: michael.mcnally@ofmdfmni.gov.uk
Telephone: 028 9052 2091
E-mail: michael.mcnally@ofmdfmni.gov.uk
