Maja Gerovska Mitev

Dr. Maja Gerovska Mitev is a Full Professor of Social Policy at the Faculty of Philosophy, Ss. Cyril and Methodius University in Skopje. She serves as editor-in-chief of the Ревија за социјална политика/Journal of Social Policy and holds leadership roles in networks like the European Social Policy Analysis Network (ESPAN) and CEEPUS's CESPASWON initiative. Her work focuses on welfare systems, poverty, social exclusion, and regional policy comparisons across Central and Southeast Europe.

• Education: BA/MA from Ss. Cyril and Methodius University, MSc from London School of Economics, PhD from Ss. Cyril and Methodius University
• Research: Examines welfare state reforms, social protection access, and policy responses to crises like the pandemic
• Publications: Over 40 scholarly works including Material Deprivation, Poverty and Social Exclusion (2012) and Social Work and Social Policy Transformations (2024)

Her research bridges academic analysis and policy advocacy, emphasizing systemic inequities and practical solutions for vulnerable populations. Current projects explore post-pandemic welfare state adaptations and EU policy integration in the Western Balkans.