Halldis Breidlid

Halldis Breidlid is a Professor at Oslo Metropolitan University (OsloMet), affiliated with the Centre for Senior Citizen Staff. Her work spans religious studies, history of religion, and multicultural education, with a strong emphasis on narrative approaches in teaching and identity formation.

Her research interests include:

• Religious dialogue and plurality
• Gender and religion
• Christianity and Sikhism
• Storytelling in religious education (RLE)
• Identity in multicultural contexts
• African religions and intercultural understanding

Breidlid’s scholarly work consistently explores how narratives shape religious understanding and cultural identity, particularly in diverse educational settings. She investigates the role of storytelling in fostering inclusivity and interfaith awareness, with a focus on marginalized or underrepresented traditions such as Sikhism in Norway. Her publications reflect a commitment to bridging academic research with practical pedagogy.

Over the past 15 years, her research has centered on multiculturalism, religious education, and identity. She frequently collaborates with Tove Nicolaisen, co-authoring key textbooks like I begynnelsen var fortellingen. Her recent works (2023–2025) extend into contested narratives, environmental ethics in Sikhism, and transnational educational exchanges, showing an evolving engagement with global citizenship and sustainability.

Notable scientific contributions include:

• Extensive publications in religious education and multiculturalism
• Textbooks widely used in teacher education
• Dissemination in public media to promote interfaith understanding

Breidlid has supervised and contributed to numerous research projects, particularly those examining religious identity in pluralistic societies. She has been involved in initiatives promoting inclusive education and intercultural dialogue, though specific grant details are not listed. She actively participates in academic and public discourse through articles in journals like Religion og livssyn and public outlets such as Avisa Vårt land and Kirke og kultur.

She is part of research networks and projects that explore narrative didactics and religious literacy, contributing to national and international conversations on education in multicultural societies. Her work supports teacher training and curriculum development in religious and ethical education.