Suzanne Lischer

Prof. Suzanne Lischer is a Professor at the Lucerne School of Social Work, leading the Competence Centre for Prevention and Health (PUG). She holds a PhD in Communication Sciences and a Master's in Public Health, alongside professional qualifications in Social Work. Her research focuses on health promotion, prevention in social work contexts, and empirical evaluations in health-related social interventions. She teaches modules on prevention, addiction, and political structures in social work education.

Education:

• 2021 – Master of Public Health (Basel/Bern/Zürich)
• 2013 – PhD in Communication Sciences (Freie Universität Berlin)
• 2008 – MA in Social Sciences (University of Fribourg)
• 2001 – Diploma in Social Work (Bern)

Professional Roles:

• Head of KOMPETENZZENTRUM PRÄVENTION UND GESUNDHEIT (PUG) since 2024
• Professor at Lucerne School of Social Work since 2024
• Previously held roles as lecturer and project leader (2012–2024) and part-time lecturer (2011–2012)

Research Focus: Prevention strategies, health promotion in social work, and policy analysis related to social structures. Her work bridges empirical research with practical social interventions.

Awards/Grants: No specific awards listed, but active in research projects (25 listed) and publications across peer-reviewed articles (22), reports, and conference presentations.

Labs/Teams: Leads the PUG Competence Centre, focusing on interdisciplinary prevention and health initiatives.