Astrid Hübner

Astrid Hübner is a Professor at the Department of Social Work and Health at the University of Applied Sciences Emden/Leer, where she actively contributes to academic and practice-oriented research. She serves as Head of the International Program of the Faculty, emphasizing her leadership in global academic collaboration.

Her research interests span social work, volunteering, children and youth recreation, biographical research methods, and community development. She employs qualitative and ethnographic approaches, particularly in suburban and rural contexts such as the Hallig islands. Her work bridges academic inquiry with practical social interventions.

The recent publications reflect a strong focus on volunteering as a learning space, youth development in recreational settings, career disruptions, and university-practice collaboration. Her research consistently emphasizes participatory methods, civic engagement, and the empowerment of marginalized youth groups.

She has contributed reviews and project reports that highlight her engagement with rural youth, intercultural education, and alumni network development in social work programs.

Prof. Hübner advises on practice-integrated projects and has led initiatives in community centers and youth programs. Though no formal grants are listed, her work shows sustained involvement in applied research and institutional development.

She is associated with practice-oriented projects such as the 'Balu & Du' mentoring program and has contributed to the development of community spaces like the Smokehouse Internet cafe and clay playgrounds, reflecting a deep commitment to local civic engagement and child-centered environments.