Josefa Kindt

Josefa Kindt is a Researcher at the Hertie School, focusing on pro-democratic political and social innovation. Her work intersects critical sociology, postcolonial studies, and global social justice issues. She contributes to the SEFORÏS research team exploring alternative economic models and supports the National Discrimination and Racism Monitor (NaDiRa). She holds degrees in Global Studies (Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin, University of Pretoria, Chulalongkorn University) and Social and Cultural Anthropology (Freie Universität Berlin). Previously, she worked at Jamaica’s Bureau of Gender Affairs and UNESCO. Kindt led an interdisciplinary research tutorial on social entrepreneurship and inequality under a Berlin University Alliance stipend.

• Education: Global Studies (Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin, University of Pretoria, Chulalongkorn University); Social and Cultural Anthropology (Freie Universität Berlin).
• Key Projects: SEFORÏS research team (2020–present), NaDiRa Monitor (DeZIM Institute).
• Awards: Berlin University Alliance stipend for leadership in inter-university research.

Her research bridges local-to-global inequities, emphasizing interdisciplinary approaches to socio-economic transformation. While no specific articles are listed, her work aligns with themes in development studies, migration governance, and inclusive policy design.

Kindt’s professional background includes policy analysis in Jamaica and advocacy for gender equality. She actively engages in academic collaborations across Berlin’s university network.