Hard to Reach
Applied Research and Data Collection Methods with Hidden and Marginal Populations
Hard to Reach 2026 Training
20th Course
Applied Research Methods with Hidden, Marginal and Excluded Populations
24-28 August 2026
Registration is open !
Nuffield College at the University of Oxford, in partnership with UNICEF is delighted to host the 2026 Residential Course on Hard-to-Reach Populations: Applied Research and Data Collection Methods with Hidden, Marginal, and Excluded Populations
24-28 August 2026 at Nuffield College, Oxford, UK.
in collaboration with
Past 2025 Conference Call for Papers
Past Call for papers for the 2nd international research methods conference on “Hard to Reach Populations”, 21-22 August 2025
Next H2R Conference : 2027
Topics and Panels
- Advanced and basic data collection, estimation and sampling techniques
- Innovation and use of technology in reaching marginalized populations
- Participatory research methods
- Combining qualitative and quantitative methods
- Ethical considerations for conducting research with marginalized populations
2025 Past Training Course
the 19th H2R Training course was done from 18-21 August 2025
H2R International Conferences and Trainings Program
The 7th edition of the residential course on Applied Research Methods with Hidden, Marginal, and Excluded Populations will take place from 24-28 August 2026.
The next H2R International conference is planned for 2027
The Courses and Conferences are organized as part of the Nuffield CESS–UNICEF collaboration. They provide a unique opportunity for participants to deepen their methodological skills before engaging in the conference discussions.
Former students of the course are particularly encouraged to submit papers for presentation to the conference
News
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H2R Conf Dates and Info
Abstract submission deadline: 30th March 2025 Decision date: 25th April 2025 Note: Travel and accommodation costs are not covered for this event, and participants are responsible for making their own arrangements.
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H2R Conf Submission Guidelines
Please submit a title not exceeding 50 words and an abstract of approximately 180 words. As this is a methods-focused conference, the abstract should detail the methodology used. You will be asked to submit the presentation and if possible the full article before the conference.
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H2R Conf Proposing New Panels
Participants are also encouraged to propose new panel ideas.To propose a panel, please submit a title and a brief description of the panel theme along with suggestions for at least three different papers that would fit under the proposed topic.
Call for Papers
Abstract submission deadline
30th March 2025 (expired)
Upcoming: New call for paper for 2027 Conference t
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