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Society and Social Issues
 Resources on Social Issues, Social Sciences, Nonprofits, and Religion
Below are Library-selected resources covering social issues, social sciences, nonprofits, grants and religion. These resources have been collected primarily for public library users but may also be helpful to SJSU users.

For information on ethnic and other social groups, please see the People and Community information guide.

 Page Contents:
- Databases
- Issues and Social Science Websites
- Nonprofits and Grants Resources
- Religion Websites
- Books
 Society and Social Issues Databases 

Anyone may access these 3 databases on Library computers, but access away from Library computers requires an SJ Library card number and PIN.


• Multiple Viewpoints on Current Issues — Points of View Reference Center Opens in new window

Series of essays taking multiple sides on over 250 current issues, including for each topic an overview, point, counterpoint, and Critical Thinking Guide. new

► Find more information on social issues below under Issues & Social Science Websites.


• Scholarly Journal Articles on Social Science Subjects — Academic Search Complete Opens in new window

Find complete, informative articles on art, architecture, dance, music and other subjects from among over 5,000 academic journals. new


• Articles on Religion and Philosophy Subjects — Religion and Philosophy Collection Opens in new window

Find articles and reviews from nearly 300 journals covering religion and philosophy subjects. new


• See all SJPL Databases

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 Issues and Social Science Websites   - Select a subject to see annotated web resources and more.

• Social Issues Pro and Con
• Abortion
• Capital Punishment
• Drug Use
• Health Issues

• Homelessness
• Immigration
• Population Issues
• Psychology

• Public Opinion
• September 11, 2001
• Sociology
• Terrorism Research

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 Nonprofits and Grants Resources   - Select a subject to see annotated web resources and more.

• Associations
• Foundations and Grants
• Nonprofits Research

• Nonprofit Organizations
• Philanthropy

• Resources for Nonprofits
• Volunteering

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 Religion Websites   - Select a subject to see annotated web resources and more.

• Bible
• Buddhism

• Christianity
• Islam

• Judaism
• Religion Research

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 Books on Society & Social Issues 

Book Search:

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eBooks:

• eBooks from net Library

Anyone may access these eBooks on Library computers, but access away from Library computers requires an SJ Library card number and PIN. — For ebook assistance, see Who To Contact for More Help.

• Downloadable eBooks and eAudiobooks from Overdrive

These are available to all SJLibrary card holders outside the Library; not available on any Library computers:

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This page last updated September 01, 2009 by the Web Team

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