Manuela Kalsky

Manuela Kalsky is a Professor in Humanism and Philosophy at Utrecht University of Applied Sciences. She serves as the Karen Armstrong Chair for Religion, Values and Societal Transformations, focusing on themes like superdiversity, compassion, and societal equity.

• External Roles: Member of the Supervisory Board at De Oude Kerk, Amsterdam (2024–…); Advisor for Stichting Nieuw Wij (2023–…).

Her research explores the intersection of religion, ethics, and societal challenges, including climate migration, racism, and poverty. Recent publications emphasize building inclusive communities and ethical frameworks for collective well-being.

She supervises students in humanistic studies, including the 2024 Master’s thesis 'Zööperation' by Lammens, C. She actively participates in academic discussions as an examiner, speaker, and moderator, linking philosophy to practical societal issues.