Hessel Nieuwelink

Hessel Nieuwelink is a Full Professor in Citizenship Education at the Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences, specializing in the Centre for Applied Research on Education. His work focuses on fostering democratic values, civic competencies, and social inclusion through educational practices, particularly in vocational and primary education contexts.

• Research Themes: Democracy, Youth Engagement, Global Citizenship, Digital Learning Tools

Selected Trends in Publications (2025–2020):

• Development of web-based instruments like Concept Cartoons for socio-scientific issue education
• Classroom practices for democratic teaching
• Assessment of civic competencies in Dutch education
• Impact of remote learning on citizenship education

Scientific Recognition:

• HvA Onderzoek van het Jaar 2024 award for innovative educational concepts

Professional Engagement: Regularly contributes to policy discussions and public debates via invited talks, media commentary, and conference organization (e.g., Onderwijs Research Dagen 2024). Key areas include teacher support, youth political participation, and addressing polarization.