The Institute of Social Sciences is organizing a working meeting dedicated to the European Social Survey (ESS), one of the most important research infrastructures in the field of comparative social sciences, and invites researchers, lecturers, and decision-makers to take part in a discussion on its significance and future in Serbia.
The European Social Survey (ESS) is a key instrument for collecting and analyzing data on the attitudes, values, and behavior of citizens across Europe. Serbia is among the few countries in the region that holds full membership in this infrastructure, enabling domestic researchers to access high-quality, internationally comparable data from more than 30 countries.
These data are collected in accordance with strictly defined and internationally recognized methodological standards, representing a resource that no single institution in Serbia could independently produce. At the same time, participation in the ESS opens the way for equal involvement in European research networks, joint projects, and various forms of international collaboration.
In addition to its importance for the academic community, ESS data also have a broader societal impact. They provide a reliable basis for the development of public policies grounded in empirical evidence and are available to civil society organizations as well as the wider public.
The working meeting will bring together researchers, lecturers, and decision-makers with the aim of jointly considering the challenges and opportunities for the sustainability and further development of this important research infrastructure in Serbia. All interested participants are invited to join the discussion and contribute to addressing key issues for the future of the ESS, so that it may continue to support the advancement of science and the improvement of public policies for the benefit of society as a whole.