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Dr. Michael Hunklinger, MA is a Senior Scientist and Research Associate at the Department for European Politics and Democracy Studies at the University of Continuing Education Krems in Austria. He has previously held academic positions at various universities in Germany, the USA, and the Netherlands, establishing an international research profile in political science.
Dr. Hunklinger's research primarily focuses on democracy, political participation and representation, with particular emphasis on gender and sexuality politics. His work centers on queer politics, examining how LGBTQ+ citizens engage with political systems and how their representation is structured within democratic institutions. He investigates the intersection of identity politics with democratic processes, particularly how marginalized groups navigate political participation and influence policy outcomes.
His scholarly publications demonstrate a consistent trajectory examining LGBTQ+ political behavior, electoral patterns, and representation across European contexts, with particular attention to Austria and Germany. Hunklinger's work bridges theoretical political science with practical implications for democratic inclusion, often employing both quantitative and qualitative methodologies to explore how sexual orientation and gender identity shape political attitudes and behaviors.
As a public intellectual, Dr. Hunklinger frequently appears as an expert on LGBTQ+ topics in major media outlets including ORF, WDR, n.tv, Ö1, and FM4. His recent book "Pride" (2024) and "Wir werden nicht verschwinden" (2025) have contributed to public discourse on queer politics and LGBTQ+ rights.
Dr. Hunklinger is actively involved in transdisciplinary and international research projects addressing the representation and political participation of LGBTQ+ citizens. His conference presentations, such as "Queering public space – political graffiti and street art in Vienna" (2023) and "Fighting over Gender and Equality in the EU" (2022), demonstrate his commitment to examining both theoretical and practical dimensions of democratic inclusion. His work connects academic research with real-world political challenges, particularly regarding how democratic systems can better incorporate diverse identities and perspectives.
