Dominik Novkovich

Prof. Dr. Dominik Novkovic is a faculty member at the Evangelical University of Applied Sciences Darmstadt, working in the intersection of social work, critical political pedagogy, and Marxist theory. His current roles include Department Head and Child Protection Specialist at the Child and Youth Welfare House 'Carl Sonnenschein' in Fritzlar, where he has coordinated educational-therapeutic processes since 2021.

• Focus on liberation pedagogy and critical theory applications in social work
• Collaborator in interdisciplinary Marxist educational theory projects
• Keynote speaker at international conferences on participatory political education

His research explores critical-materialist educational theory, emphasizing the emancipation of marginalized populations and the repoliticization of youth welfare. Recent publications address topics like Ernst Bloch's utopian methods, digital surveillance in social work, and pauperization in educational policy.

Peer-reviewed articles (2025–2021) cover:

• Marxist interpretations of labor alienation and humanism
• Critical analysis of educational capitalism
• Football as a space for democratic engagement
• Application of Freirean pedagogy in precarious contexts

He has organized lectures on Heydorn's educational theory and co-led discussions on University 4.0 digitalization challenges. His work bridges Marxist philosophy, critical social work practice, and emancipatory educational reform.