Stephan Höyng

Prof. Dr. Stephan Höyng holds a professorship for gender-differentiated work with boys and men at the Catholic University of Applied Sciences for Social Work Berlin. His research focuses on masculinity studies, work-life balance, and men's roles in early childhood education. He has contributed significantly to federal gender equality initiatives and policy evaluations, particularly regarding men's participation in daycare centers and digitalization equity. His work bridges theoretical gender studies with practical pedagogical interventions, addressing issues like hegemonic masculinity in work cultures, neoliberal adaptations of male care practices, and gender stereotypes in early childhood education.

Key research areas include:

• Evaluation of federal programs promoting male participation in childcare
• Impact of digitalization on gender equity
• Work-life balance dynamics for men
• Gender theory application in educational contexts

His publications analyze masculinities through sociological, educational, and policy lenses, with notable contributions to debates on sacrificial masculinity narratives, anti-stereotype pedagogy, and institutional gender mainstreaming strategies. He actively engages in policy-oriented research, including federal commissions and practical educational frameworks.