Jorien Luijkx

Dr. Jorien Luijkx is an Assistant Professor at the University of Groningen's Faculty of Behavioural and Social Sciences, specializing in orthopedagogy and clinical educational science. She holds a master's degree in orthopedagogics from the University of Groningen (2008) and has conducted research on support programs for individuals with severe intellectual disabilities. Her work focuses on family well-being, support systems, and transitions to adulthood for families with children experiencing profound intellectual and multiple disabilities.

Her research emphasizes understanding family resilience, caregiver experiences, and developing training programs for government employees to better support affected families. She has collaborated with organizations like the SGR-group in Curaçao and has presented findings at academic conferences. Her contributions include validated assessment tools (e.g., SGU-PIMD) and online training initiatives aimed at improving family support systems.

Luijkx's academic activities include teaching, supervising research, and contributing to interdisciplinary projects. Her work aligns with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly those addressing quality education and reduced inequalities.