معرفی
Mia Arp Fallov is a Professor at the Department of Sociology and Social Work, Aalborg University, within The Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities. Her research focuses on inequality, societal participation, and policies addressing social exclusion and cohesion across Europe. She investigates urban and regional policies, neighborhood regeneration, and the intersections of social work, urban sociology, and human geography. Fallov is affiliated with SCOPAS (Shaping Concepts, Practice and Advances in Social Work), FOSO Green Societies, MIX Center for Displacement, Migration and Integration, and the SSH Children and Youth Research Network. Her work contributes to UN SDGs related to social inclusion and sustainable cities.
Education & Research Interests
- Interdisciplinary approach blending social work research, urban sociology, and political geography.
- Focus on social investment policies, territorial cohesion, and the spatial dimensions of social work practices.
- Studies mobility, local communities, and the impact of welfare state changes on marginalized groups.
Research Trends & Collaborations
Fallov's recent publications emphasize spatial politics, inclusive urban planning, and the governance of marginalized neighborhoods. Her work highlights tensions between state policies and grassroots community initiatives. Collaborations include projects like COHSMO (EU-funded) exploring territorial inequality and the Danish initiative LIVSMOD addressing opioid dependency. She also engages in public debates on urban sustainability and youth engagement.
Grants & Projects
- COHSMO (2017-2021): Explored European territorial cohesion and social models.
- LIVSMOD (2023-2026): Focuses on quality of life for opioid-dependent individuals.
- Organisatorisk trivselskapacitet (2024-2029): Examines youth participation in meaningful communities.
Labs & Networks
Fallov is part of interdisciplinary teams at Aalborg University, including the SSH Children and Youth Research Network, which prioritizes child wellbeing. She leads initiatives on green societies and migration integration through the FOSO and MIX centers.
