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Women referees still face sexism and abuse

It's three years since the first all-women team of officials took charge of a football match at a men’s World Cup and research shows women referees still face sexism, abuse and threatening behaviour.

01 December 2025

Driving innovation in political studies

Dr Susan Kenyon’s leadership in innovative teaching and commitment to enhancing student experience in political studies is recognised in a national role.

10 October 2025

Elite athletes less likely to report abuse and harassment in sport

A new study has found elite athletes are less likely to report incidents of abuse and harassment in sport, by not feeling psychologically safe to do so.

05 August 2025

Thanet students tackle big issues with MP Polly Billington

Pupils from secondary schools in Kent presented their views on issues to Labour MP Polly Billington on local and national issues.

10 July 2025

Dr Susan Kenyon awarded prestigious politics award for outstanding teaching

Dr Susan Kenyon, Principal Lecturer in Politics, has been given a prestigious Political Studies Association (PSA) award in recognition of her teaching and learning in political studies.

09 May 2025

New research questions inclusivity in Disability Premier League cricket

A new study has indicated the the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) are limiting fair competition in elite disability cricket.

10 April 2025

University to host Kent County Council election hustings

The Politics and Global Sustainability programme at Canterbury Christ Church University is hosting a Kent County Council election hustings.

04 April 2025

Local businesses given ‘help to grow’ by Christ Church Business School

Local business owners can stay ahead of the competition in 2025 by improving their leadership skills, boosting business performance, and connecting with other small business leaders.

12 November 2024

University is the first to offer Emotional Focused Therapy training in England

Canterbury Christ Church University has become the first institution in England to offer Emotion Focused Therapy training which emphasises the role of emotions in mental health.

07 November 2024

Women’s perception of safety when exercising outdoors

A new study shows the constant negotiations women take between their safety and enjoyment for exercising outdoors.

29 October 2024

New pledges to deliver change for the region

Through developing Our Pledges, the University will work to improve the economic, social, environmental, and cultural vitality of its local communities.

18 September 2024

Supporting the next generation of voters

The Politics and International Relations team hosted a special democratic event for local students to discuss and pose questions to prospective parliamentary candidates on topics that matter to them.

25 June 2024

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