Research

Research at AFKA Scotland

AFKA Scotland’s research team is involved in a number of research projects across Scotland, and provides regular updates to members about new and emerging Scottish, UK and international research developments. Our researchers also provide specialist input for all our Forums and Consortia. Members who are looking for research to help inform thinking, planning and decision-making in practice or policy-making can contact AFKA Scotland for information and advice.

Our researchers work with a range of universities and academic partners, including recent collaborations with the Universities of Stirling, Strathclyde, Glasgow, Dundee, Edinburgh and Lancaster. They are also part of a range of other research networks, including the CoramBAAF Research Group Advisory Committee.

Additional Research Resources

Additional useful resources, including subscription to Adoption & Fostering journal and online access to the Journal of Social Work and Qualitative Social Work, are also available to AFKA Scotland’s corporate members as part of the collaborative agreement with CoramBAAF, via the CoramBAAF website.

Explore our Research Projects: