Karsten Lehmann

Prof. Dr. habil. Karsten Lehmann is a Research Professor at the Church University of Education Vienna/Krems (KPH Vienna/Krems), specializing in Religious Studies with a focus on religious pluralism, interreligious dialogue, and the sociology of religion. He holds a habilitation from the University of Bayreuth (2014) and a doctorate from the University of Tübingen (2001). His career includes roles as Head of Social Sciences at KAICIID (2013–2016) and acting professorships in Fribourg and Bayreuth. His research explores contemporary religious cultures in Europe/US, migration-related religious dynamics, and the role of religious NGOs in global governance.

• Education: MA (Lancaster, 1995), PhD (Tübingen, 2001), Habilitation (Bayreuth, 2014)
• Key Research Areas: Secularization dynamics, interreligious competence in education, UN engagement of religious actors

His work bridges empirical religious research with sociological and cultural studies approaches. Notable projects include the 'World Peace Map' (KAICIID) and studies on interreligious initiatives in Austrian schools. Active in academic networks like the German Association for Religious Studies (DVRW) and the American Academy of Religion (AAR).