Juhász Judit

Dr. Juhász Judit serves as a Researcher at the Institute of Ecological Economics, Faculty of Economics and Business Administration, University of Szeged. Her research explores human development, well-being frameworks, and participatory community methodologies with emphasis on poverty reduction and social inclusion.

Her academic credentials include:

• PhD in Economics, summa cum laude (2020), University of Szeged
• Master's in Economics (2015), University of Szeged
• Bachelor's in Economics (2013), University of Szeged

Juhász specializes in qualitative and art-based research methods applied to community-driven projects. Her work integrates capability theory with practical interventions in marginalized communities, particularly focusing on Roma integration and service learning initiatives. She examines how experiential and creative methodologies can advance social change and well-being measurement.

Analysis of her 2015-2021 publications reveals consistent engagement with Amartya Sen's capability approach, participatory action research ethics, and well-being-centered urban planning. Key trends include the application of co-creation frameworks in higher education service learning and methodological innovations in studying poverty through community perspectives.

She actively contributes to major research initiatives including H2020's YOUCOUNT project on youth social innovation and CHANGE project addressing gender equality in research. Additional significant work includes EFOP 3.6.2 on inclusive society development, OTKA K-109425 on local economic development, and Open Society Institute-funded Roma integration research. As Chair of the University's Equal Opportunity Committee since 2020, she drives institutional diversity initiatives while maintaining strong civil society ties through sustainability associations and community workshops.