Karsten Brynildsrud

Karsten Brynildsrud is an Associate Professor at the Department of Welfare, Management and Organisation at Høgskolen i Østfold (HiØ). His research focuses on child welfare law, legal studies, social policy, and human rights. He has published extensively on topics such as child protection mechanisms, legal frameworks for social services, and the intersection of criminal justice and welfare systems.

His work critically examines legal instruments like the Norwegian Child Welfare Act and their alignment with international conventions (e.g., the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child). Recent publications include analyses of procedural justice in social services, rights of children in conflict with the law, and legislative reforms in child welfare systems.

Brynildsrud contributes to academic discussions on balancing legal principles with practical welfare practices. His research often bridges theoretical legal analysis with real-world policy implications, emphasizing equity and children's rights.