Dominik Mantey

Prof. Dr. Dominik Mantey holds the position of Professor and Head of the Social Work (MA) program at the Hamburg Distance Learning University. He has extensive academic experience across multiple institutions, including IU International University and HAW Hamburg, focusing on social work methodologies and sexuality education. His doctoral research (2017) explored sexual education in residential childcare from adolescents' perspectives.

Education:

• Doctorate in Social Work from University of Mainz (2017)
• Master's in Social Pedagogy from Leuphana University of Lüneburg (2008)

Research Interests: Prof. Mantey specializes in sexuality in social work, sex education methodologies, and residential care practices. He emphasizes youth empowerment, ethical counseling, and institutional support systems. His work bridges theory and practice, addressing challenges such as boundary management, digital media literacy, and LGBTQ+ inclusion in educational settings.

Publications & Lectures: He has authored/co-authored over 20 peer-reviewed articles and books, including the 2023 Handbook of Sexuality and Social Work. Recent lectures focus on digital sexual education, LGBTQ+ inclusion in schools, and ethical practices in residential care.

Contributions: His research has influenced policies on youth sexuality education in Germany and beyond. He actively participates in interdisciplinary collaborations, such as the BeKinBera project on youth participation in counseling.