Vibeke Glørstad

Vibeke Glørstad is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Health at VID University College of Science. Her research focuses on social inclusion, learning disabilities, citizenship, and participatory action research. She actively collaborates with municipalities and international partners on projects addressing loneliness prevention, electoral participation for disabled individuals, and cultural policy development.

Glørstad’s work bridges theory and practice through initiatives like the From Loneliness to Joy of Life book project and studies on Zimbabwe’s constitutional struggles. She emphasizes co-research methodologies, involving marginalized groups in knowledge production.

• Research Ethics: Adheres to Helsinki Declaration, NESH guidelines
• Key Projects: PAS collaboration with Randaberg Municipality, electoral participation evaluation for developmental disabilities

Her publications explore global health equity, postcolonial dynamics, and theatrical activism. Ongoing work includes analyzing Norwegian municipal theater initiatives and disability rights advocacy in the Global South.