Thomas P. Boje

Thomas P. Boje is a Full Professor of sociology and labour market studies at Roskilde University, Denmark, since 2001. He holds a PhD in Business Administration (1987) from Copenhagen Business School and an MSc in Sociology (1972). His career includes professorial roles at Umeå University (1995–2001) and guest professorships at institutions like Harvard University, the European University Institute, and London School of Economics. He has held leadership roles, including Department Head at Roskilde University (1988–1990) and roles in Swedish research councils.

His research focuses on citizenship, civil society, work-family relations, welfare regimes, and social policy. Key projects include the EU-funded CINEFOGO (2005–2009) and WORKCARE (2006–2009), examining civic engagement, labor dynamics, and welfare systems. He co-edits journals like Acta Sociologica and European Societies, and chairs the Danish consortium for the Johns Hopkins Nonprofit Sector Project.

Notable awards include the American Studies Fellowship (Harvard, 1988–89) and Jean Monnet Fellowship (EU Institute, 1992–93). His recent work addresses civic participation in crises, gender dynamics in volunteering, and the socio-economic impact of civil society in Denmark. He leads the ongoing project Civilt engagement og bæredygtige sociale netværk (2023–2026), exploring sustainable civic networks.

Boje’s publications span over 125 works, emphasizing themes like social cohesion, participatory democracy, and the interplay between work, care, and welfare. He frequently engages with media and policy circles, advocating for inclusive civic frameworks and addressing societal challenges like inequality and demographic shifts.