As social scientists, we have a social responsibility. We are not only interested in how society works and why society changes. We are also concerned with the influence of changes on human behaviour and society and how our knowledge can contribute to our common well-being.
Societal recognition
A number of ESSB sociologists and public administrators occupy an important position in society. Below is a selection of the social nominations of ESSB members.
Prof. dr. Pearl Dykstra

Alumnus High level Group of Scientific Advisors for the European Commission
Prof. dr. Godfried Engbersen

Member of The Netherlands Scientific Council for Government Policy (WRR)
Prof. dr. Romke van der Veen

Member of The Social and Economic Council (SER)
Prof. dr. Martijn van der Steen
Iliass el Hadioui
Prof. dr. Menno Fenger
Prof. dr. Sandra van Thiel