Ida Marie Hydle

Ida Marie Hydle is a Research Professor at Oslo Metropolitan University, focusing on Social Anthropology and Conflict Resolution. Her work bridges restorative justice, mediation, and youth incarceration, with a strong emphasis on Indigenous Sámi communities and decolonized social work practices.

• Key Research Areas
• Reconciliation and Intercultural Mediation
• Restorative Justice in Environmental and Child Protection Contexts
• Youth Justice and Restrictive Measures in Nordic Countries

Her recent publications explore interdisciplinary collaboration in child welfare, Sámi reindeer herding resilience, and trauma-sensitive competencies in child protection. She co-authored works on pandemic impacts on vulnerable populations and Indigenous conflict management frameworks.

Hydle is affiliated with OsloMet’s Centre for Senior Citizen Staff and has contributed to textbooks, research reports, and dissemination projects. Her work appears in journals like Nordic Journal of Criminology and Norsk Epidemiologi, with a focus on policy, cultural dynamics, and social sustainability.