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Joost Wijffels is a PhD Candidate at Utrecht University within the Department of Philosophy and Religious Studies, Faculty of Humanities. His research focuses on ecosocialist and ecofeminist perspectives on ecological breakdown and sustainability, combining Frankfurt School critical theory with decolonial thought and feminist philosophy.
Education:
- Research Master Philosophy (Cum Laude), Utrecht University (2021-2023)
- BA Liberal Arts and Sciences (Cum Laude), University College Maastricht (2018-2021)
Wijffels specializes in 20th century and contemporary Critical Theory, examining the intersection of political ecology, social justice, and emancipatory thought. His work investigates how critical-continental philosophy can address the climate crisis, questioning green growth paradigms and exploring pathways toward sustainable societies. His research connects Frankfurt School thinkers like Adorno with feminist and decolonial perspectives to analyze structural injustice and possibilities for meaningful social transformation.
His recent publications reveal a strong focus on critical theory applications to contemporary issues, with particular attention to sexual autonomy, transformative kinships, and revolutionary ethics. The articles demonstrate his interdisciplinary approach spanning philosophy, gender studies, and political ecology, highlighting his commitment to addressing both theoretical and practical dimensions of social and ecological crises.
Academic Service:
- Editor-in-Chief, Junctions Graduate Journal for the Humanities (2022-present)
- Overseeing Editor for Issue 8.2: Transformative Kinships (2023-2024)
- Board Member, Minorities and Philosophy – Utrecht Chapter (2022-2023)
Wijffels actively participates in academic discourse through conference presentations on topics including the dialectic of domination, imagination in Spinoza's work, and eco-socialist critique. His research contributes to Utrecht University's Pathways to Sustainability initiative, particularly within the Critical Pathways and Circular Economy research streams.
