Human Organization is the peer-reviewed journal of the SfAA and a leading publication in the applied social sciences. It advances SfAA’s mission by publishing research that applies anthropological methods and theory to real-world problems.

The journal features articles on all areas of applied social science, including original research, innovative methodologies, and engaged research practices.

Practicing Anthropology is a career-focused publication of the SfAA. It serves as a platform for communication, professional development, and discussion on the role of anthropology beyond academia.

Its goals are to:

• Provide career information and a networking space for anthropologists working outside academia.
• Build connections between academic and applied anthropology.
• Explore how anthropology informs policy research and implementation.
• Serve as a forum for discussing the present and future of the field.

Dispatches from Applied Anthropology (Dispatches), a public-facing digital magazine of ideas, impact, and SfAA news. Dispatches is published on a rolling online basis with triannual curated issues (February, June, October). Dispatches is the SfAA’s digital magazine showcasing how applied and practicing anthropology makes a difference in the world.

Classics of Practicing Anthropology 1978–1998 brings together key articles from the journal’s first 20 years, highlighting major contributions from leading anthropologists. This collection features influential works from past editions that are now hard to find, making it a valuable resource for learning and a comprehensive reference on the development of applied anthropology.

Human Rights: The Scholar as Activist explores how scholars and citizens can take action against human rights abuses. Through case studies and essays, this collection highlights innovative approaches and direct interventions that connect policy with practice. Endorsed by President Jimmy Carter, the book is recognized for its ability to unite academic research with activism, making it a valuable resource for scholars and practitioners committed to human rights.

The Dynamics of Applied Anthropology in the Twentieth Century – The Malinowski Award Papers, edited by Thomas Weaver, brings together the influential Malinowski Award addresses, offering deep insights into the evolution of applied anthropology. Since 1973, the SfAA has recognized individuals who embody Bronislaw Malinowski’s vision of using anthropology to address real-world societal challenges. This digital collection includes not only the award addresses but also biographical essays on each recipient and Malinowski himself, showcasing their contributions to the field and examining key anthropological and social issues of the twentieth century.