Marc Hoijtink

Marc Hoijtink is a Lecturer and researcher in Urban Social Work at the Hogeschool van Amsterdam, focusing on social infrastructure accessibility, immigrant integration, and social participation of marginalized groups. His work emphasizes urban contexts, particularly Amsterdam, addressing challenges faced by newcomers, individuals with mild intellectual disabilities (LVB), and high-risk youth.

Key research themes include professional challenges in social work, such as workplace dissent, policy shifts, and ethical decision-making. He has contributed to edited volumes like De brede basis van sociaal werk and published reports on integration strategies for vulnerable populations.

Hoijtink received the Hva Research Awards 2017 Talentprijs, recognizing his innovative contributions. His activities include public lectures on social worker resilience, participation barriers for LVB individuals, and policy critiques, reflecting his commitment to bridging academic research and practical social work.