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Kerstin Arnesson is a Professor at the Department of Social Work, Faculty of Social Sciences, Linnaeus University. Her research focuses on gender, sustainable gender equality, violence in close relationships, organizational dynamics, and child protection. She co-leads the interdisciplinary research networks GAVIS (Gender and Violence in Social Work) and RISCY (Research on Interventions and Support for Children and Youth), driving knowledge dissemination and collaborative initiatives. Current projects include studies on abused women in sheltered housing and private-sector child welfare assessments.
- Teaches social work at undergraduate and graduate levels
- Conducts follow-up research and learning evaluations in European Structural and Social Fund projects
- Prior collaborations with Blekinge Institute of Technology and Malmö University
Her publications span 20+ years, addressing organizational leadership, gender equality in healthcare, and methodological frameworks for child protection. Recent work examines privatization trends in Swedish social services and their implications for vulnerable populations. She employs qualitative and action research methodologies, emphasizing sustainable learning and equity in institutional settings.
Research groups: GAVIS (2000–present), RISCY (2010–present). Key projects include Living in Transit (2020) and Developing Assessment Methods for Children's Care Responsibilities (2021).
