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Dr. Gregory Neocleous is an Associate Professor in the Department of Social Sciences at the University of Nicosia, Cyprus, specializing in Social Work. He holds a faculty position within the School of Humanities and Social Sciences, focusing on aging, social policy, and conflict resolution. His research explores social insurance for older populations, nursing home quality of life, substance abuse prevention, and human sexuality education in social work. He is actively involved in designing programs for vulnerable groups, including asylum seekers and older adults, and has pioneered courses in human sexuality in Cyprus.
Dr. Neocleous has led initiatives such as training older adults in ICT use through virtual communities and conducting studies on happiness in nursing homes. He co-founded a bicommunal social work group to bridge divides in Cyprus, promoting social work values through conferences, seminars, and collaborative projects. His work addresses contemporary challenges like pandemic impacts on families and financial stress on human service professionals, reflecting a commitment to both academic research and practical interventions.
- Key Contributions: First human sexuality course in Cyprus, ICT empowerment for seniors, asylum seeker living conditions studies.
- Teaching: Courses on social work with older adults and human sexuality, integrating theoretical and applied perspectives.
- Collaborations: Cross-border social work initiatives and international research on peacebuilding and conflict-sensitive social work education.
His interdisciplinary approach spans historical policy analysis (e.g., labor movements in Cyprus) and modern challenges like ageism and post-war recovery. Dr. Neocleous’ work aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly those addressing quality education, reduced inequalities, and peace.
