The Political Research and Citizenship Group is composed of researchers with diverse profiles, working in four main areas: political representation; political participation and protest; public policy and administration; and social rights and social services. Although each of these areas has its own focus, they all interact in pursuit of a common goal: to analyse the interactions between civil society and political and social institutions, as well as how these interactions influence public policy and governance.

We are committed to strengthening scientific dialogue among peers and contributing to the internationalisation of science by leading national and international teams and projects, chairing scientific networks and events, and promoting the dissemination of knowledge through high-impact publications. 

The connection to society is also a central part of the group's activity, with continuous participation in public debates on crucial issues such as elections; social, civil and political rights; and environmental issues. Group members are also committed to putting their scientific expertise at the service of the community in different ways — for example, through collaboration and action research practices that actively involve civil society actors and other stakeholders.

2018-2023 data

Political representation;

Political participation and protest;

Public policy and admnistration

Social rights and social work.

Cycle of Seminars - Social Movements and Political Action

Held on a monthly basis, the seminar promotes multidisciplinary reflection on issues related to social movements and different forms of political action, militancy and activism. The aim is to bring together different perspectives, methodologies and approaches in order to develop an in-depth and innovative debate.