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Helge Svare is Professor II at the Faculty of Theology, University of Oslo, with a primary position at the Work Research Institute (AFI) at OsloMet. His academic career spans philosophy, dialogue theory, and organizational research with a focus on trust, innovation, and gender equality in public sector organizations. His dual affiliation reflects his interdisciplinary approach bridging philosophical foundations with practical organizational applications.
- Ph.D. in Philosophy with dissertation on Kant's theory of knowledge
- Established working group for philosophical practice in Oslo (1997)
- Author of textbook on dialogue theory and practice (2006)
- Developed educational programs in philosophical and dialogical practice
Professor Svare's research centers on trust-based management, organizational innovation, and network dynamics, particularly in public sector contexts. His work examines how trust influences innovation capacity, employee motivation, and organizational effectiveness. He investigates the relationship between monitoring systems and felt trust, exploring how control mechanisms can either enhance or undermine workplace trust. His research extends to gender equality in entrepreneurial contexts and sustainability transitions through learning systems. Svare employs both theoretical frameworks from philosophy and empirical approaches from organizational studies to address complex questions about trust dynamics in modern organizations.
His recent publications (2022-2024) demonstrate a concentrated focus on trust reforms in Scandinavian public sector organizations, examining implementation challenges and outcomes. These works analyze the gap between policy intentions and practical realities of trust-based management, particularly in educational settings and municipal governance. Svare's research shows consistent thematic development from foundational dialogue theory toward applied trust research in organizational contexts.
Professor Svare has designed and taught educational programs in philosophical practice and dialogical practice at both the University of Oslo and the University of Southeast Norway. His teaching bridges theoretical philosophy with practical applications in organizational settings. While specific grant information isn't detailed in the provided materials, his extensive publication record in reputable journals suggests successful research funding.
At OsloMet's Work Research Institute (AFI), Svare contributes to research on innovation, trust, and gender equality, working within interdisciplinary teams examining organizational dynamics in public sector contexts. His work connects philosophical foundations with contemporary organizational challenges, creating a unique research trajectory that spans theoretical and applied domains.
