Hans Alma

Prof. Dr. Hans Alma holds the position of Full Professor in the Department of Lived Religion and Society at the Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam's Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities. His research focuses on pluralism, morality, and spirituality in contemporary societies, with particular emphasis on interfaith care practices and ethical frameworks for social cohesion. He currently serves as Director of 'Hans Alma Coaching en Training' in Antwerp, combining academic expertise with practical consultancy.

• Editorial roles: VUB Press (2021), Gereformeerd Theologisch Tijdschrift (1999–present)
• Recent courses include: Spiritual Care 1, Religion and Humanism, Ecological Transitions

Research interests integrate empirical studies on moral identity formation, pilgrimage symbolism, and the role of spiritual professionals in healthcare contexts. His 2024 publications explore interfaith care methodologies, planetary health ethics, and existential caregiving frameworks.

Prof. Alma maintains active engagement in academic discourse through lectures on youth spirituality (1999), moral tradition analysis, and narrative meaning-making in social contexts. His work bridges theological scholarship with practical applications in counseling and health systems.