The European Sociological Association (ESA) aims to facilitate sociological research, teaching and communication on European issues, and to give sociology a voice in European affairs.

ESA is an academic association of sociologists and a non-profit Europe-wide association made up of over 1500 members. It was established in 1992, following deliberations and consultations among sociologists from a diverse range of countries.

Europe is in the midst of massive changes, including the transformations in east and central Europe and the increasing integration of the European Union. Sociology has much to contribute to European level debates and developments. The ESA has an important role to play in organizing the European debate and setting the agenda.

If you recently registered to ESA and didn't receive the confirmation with your ID number, please contact  the ESA office:

Marek Szilvasi
ESA Secretary
59-61 rue Pouchet
75017 Paris – France
Tel: +33 (0)1 40 25 12 63
Fax +33 (0)1 40 25 11 03
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Visit the European Societie Discussion Forum.

What are the sociological implications of the appointment of the first EU President? What can sociologists learn from the phenomenon of ‘lifestyle migration’? Is there really a distinction between ‘the informal economy’ and ‘big business’?

Members of the European Sociological Association are now encouraged to debate these and other key issues at www.europeansocietiesforum.com, a lively interactive forum dedicated to current European issues from a sociological perspective. The forum is hosted by the journal European Societies, and moderated by its editor, John Scott (University of Plymouth). Two article will be selected from each issue of European Societies and be made free to access online to forum participants who can then immediately respond and debate with their peers. In addition, ESA members will be able to suggest topics for discussion that they feel are relevant to their Research Network or are especially current and need further investigation.

Europe is in the midst of massive changes, including the transformations in east and central Europe and the increasing integration of the European Union. For over ten years European Societies has been a central reference point for researchers and policy analysts of Europe. Now the journal offers you the chance to join the debate: click here to have your say now!