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Paolo Gomarascaمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Moral Philosophy
• Ethics
• Lacanian Psychoanalysis
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Paolo Gomarasca is a Full Professor of Moral Philosophy (M-Fil/03) at the Faculty of Political and Social Sciences of the Catholic University of the Sacred Heart (UCSC) in Milan, a position he has held since 2021. Previously, he served as Associate Professor (2016-2020) and Researcher (2006-2016) in Moral Philosophy at the same institution. He also maintains significant teaching roles at the Faculty of Theology in Lugano, Switzerland, where he has been a lecturer since 2010 at ISFA (Institute of Applied Philosophy) and since 2015 at the RETE Institute for Science, Philosophy and Theology of Religions. His academic formation includes a Degree in Philosophy from the Catholic University of the Sacred Heart in Milan (1994), a Scholarship at the Faculty of Theology in Lugano (1996), a Diplôme d'études approfondies en philosophie from Université Catholique de Louvain in Belgium (1998), and a PhD in Philosophy from the Catholic University of the Sacred Heart in Milan (2001). His scholarly journey demonstrates deep engagement with both continental philosophy and practical ethical concerns. Gomarasca's research spans multiple interdisciplinary domains at the intersection of philosophy, ethics, and social theory. His work demonstrates a strong engagement with Lacanian psychoanalysis, moral philosophy, and social ethics. He has made significant contributions to understanding the ethical dimensions of food systems, social work, migration, and political philosophy. His research often bridges continental philosophy with practical ethical concerns, particularly examining how theoretical frameworks can inform real-world social challenges. A recurring theme in his work is the exploration of the relationship between individual subjectivity and social structures, with particular attention to how ethical frameworks can address contemporary social issues. His extensive publication record, comprising over 100 research products as of 2025, shows a clear trajectory from theoretical philosophical investigations toward increasingly applied ethical concerns. While early works focused on Lacanian psychoanalysis and classical philosophical questions, his more recent publications demonstrate growing engagement with urgent contemporary issues including sustainable development, food ethics, migration ethics, and the social doctrine of the Church. His work increasingly appears in interdisciplinary contexts, reflecting his commitment to connecting philosophical inquiry with practical social challenges. Member of the Scientific Committee of Theory. Journal of Philosophy (since 2024) Member of the Management Committee of the High School for the Environment (since 2025) Scientific Director of the Master's Degree in 'Fare Radio' at UCSC Milan Member of the Steering Committee of the Relational Social Work Research Center Member of the Board of Directors of the Italian Society of Moral Philosophy As Scientific Director of the Master's program in radio communication and through his involvement with multiple research centers, Gomarasca has established collaborative networks spanning philosophy, social work, theology, and media studies. His leadership in the Transdisciplinary Research On Food Issues Center (TROFIC) demonstrates his commitment to addressing complex social challenges through interdisciplinary approaches that connect philosophical inquiry with practical social interventions. His recent work with SACRU (Strategic Alliance of Catholic Research Universities) highlights his growing influence in shaping the ethical engagement of Catholic universities with global challenges.

Coleen Zollerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Ancient Greek Philosophy
• Ethics
• Political Philosophy
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Coleen Zoller is Professor of Philosophy and Program Director of GO Greece at Susquehanna University, where she has served continuously since 2003. Her academic leadership includes chairing the Philosophy Department (2012–), coordinating the Africana Studies Program (2016–2018), and advising university committees including the Board of Trustees (2015–present). Her educational background includes: PHD, Emory University MA, Emory University BA, Bucknell University Zoller's research centers on Ancient Greek Philosophy with emphasis on Platonic ethics, political theory, and feminist interpretations. She explores intersections of philosophy with social justice, examining topics like poverty, racial equity, and bodily philosophy through classical frameworks. Her work bridges ancient texts with contemporary issues, notably analyzing Plato's relevance to modern crises of inequality and political discourse. Her publication trajectory reveals sustained focus on Platonic dialogues, evolving from early work on Socratic method to recent analyses of justice, gender equality, and reconciliation in Plato's Gorgias. Key thematic threads include the mind-body relationship, philosophical pedagogy, and non-hierarchical political models, demonstrating consistent engagement with ethics as applied philosophy. Award highlights include: Susquehanna University Award for Distinguished Teaching (2008) Two Faculty Member of the Year Awards (2016) American Philosophical Association Graduate Student Prize (2001) Bucknell University excellence prizes in Philosophy and Greek (1998) Her grant portfolio demonstrates strong support for pedagogical innovation and student research, including multiple Pedagogy Innovation Grants (2016–2017) and Student Summer Research Assistantships (2014–2016, 2018). She also received the Aspen Institute Faculty Seminar Fellowship (2007) and National Endowment for the Humanities research funding (2003). Zoller directs the immersive GO Greece program exploring ancient/modern Greek culture, co-founded the SPLASH poverty awareness program, and served as Faculty Advisor for the Black Student Union (2014–2018). Her community engagement includes board service for the Family Health Council of Central Pennsylvania (2017–present) and Susquehanna Valley Women in Transition (2004–2007).

James X. Sullivanمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Anti-poverty Program Evaluation
• Household Consumption Behavior
• Welfare Policy Analysis
• +۳ مورد دیگر

James X. Sullivan is a Professor of Economics at the University of Notre Dame and Co-Founder/Director of the Wilson Sheehan Lab for Economic Opportunities (LEO). His research examines anti-poverty programs, household economic behavior, and inequality measurement through rigorous empirical methods including randomized trials. Key affiliations include the U.S. Commission on Social Impact Partnerships and J-PAL. Research Focus: Sullivan investigates poverty dynamics, welfare policy effectiveness, consumption patterns of vulnerable households, and data-driven program evaluation. His work spans homelessness prevention, tax credit impacts, crisis response (e.g., COVID-19), and methodological innovations in poverty measurement. Academic Contributions: His publications demonstrate consistent focus on translating evidence into policy solutions, with recent studies analyzing emergency assistance efficacy, educational interventions, and inequality trends. Research consistently appears in top journals including Science , Journal of Political Economy , and American Economic Review . Leadership: Through LEO, Sullivan bridges research and practice by designing scalable poverty-reduction initiatives with service providers. He teaches microeconomics, labor economics, and public finance, mentoring future economists.

• Early Childhood Education
• Play Pedagogy
• Resilience Research
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Professor Tanja Brandl-Götz serves as Professor of General Pedagogy with a focus on Early Childhood Education and Program Director for the Bachelor's program in Early Childhood Education at Protestant University of Applied Sciences Nuremberg. A member of the Social Science Institute for Research and Transfer (SWIFT), she brings over two decades of combined academic and practical experience in social pedagogy, having previously led the Fachakademie for Social Pedagogy Hensoltshöhe and coordinated the Familienzentrum Sonnenhof project. Her educational background includes a PhD in Philosophy from Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg (2016), Diploma in Educational Sciences from Philipps-Universität Marburg (2007-2009), Diploma in Social Work from Evangelische Fachhochschule Nürnberg (2003-2007), and certification as a state-recognized educator (1998-2001). Additional qualifications include systemic counseling training (2016) and Social Business Administration studies (2007-2008). Brandl-Götz's research centers on early childhood education dynamics, with expertise in play pedagogy, resilience development, and qualitative social research methodologies. She investigates pedagogical processes through the lens of children's perspectives, examining how educational partnerships function during crises like the pandemic and addressing emerging issues such as gender diversity in childhood development. Her work consistently bridges theoretical frameworks with practical applications in kindergarten settings. Analysis of her 15 most recent publications (2011-2025) reveals evolving research trajectories: early work focused on foundational pedagogical theories and play-based learning, transitioning to resilience frameworks during the pandemic, and most recently addressing children's agency in educational design and gender diversity. The publications demonstrate strong interdisciplinary connections between educational theory, child psychology, and social policy implementation. Outstanding Teaching Award 2014 (recognized in Forum der Lehre proceedings) As Program Director, Brandl-Götz oversees curriculum development and student supervision for the Early Childhood Education program, emphasizing reflective practice and theory-practice integration. Her leadership in projects like the Familienzentrum Sonnenhof and 'Kita als sicherer Ort' safety initiative demonstrates successful grant acquisition and implementation. Current research focuses on participatory educational design informed by children's perspectives. Through her membership in SWIFT, Brandl-Götz contributes to interdisciplinary research transfer initiatives that connect academic scholarship with practical applications in social pedagogy and early childhood education settings across Bavaria.

• Human trafficking
• Modern slavery
• Child rights
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Associate Professor Kathryn (Kate) E. van Doore serves as Dean (Learning & Teaching) at Griffith Law School, Griffith University, Australia. She is an internationally recognized child rights lawyer specializing in human trafficking and modern slavery, with particular expertise in orphanage trafficking. Her academic journey at Griffith University includes progression from Program Director roles for various law programs to her current leadership position as Dean. Professor van Doore's research focuses on the intersection of child rights, human trafficking, and international law, with groundbreaking work on orphanage trafficking where children are recruited into institutions to generate profit from well-meaning donors and volunteers. Her research has been widely cited and featured in international media, including ABC's Foreign Correspondent program. Her scholarly output shows consistent growth and impact, with numerous publications including the influential 2022 book 'Orphanage Trafficking in International Law' and multiple peer-reviewed articles in high-impact journals. Her work spans legal analysis, empirical research on victim experiences, and practical policy guidance for governments and NGOs. Anti-Slavery Australia Freedom Award (2017) for research and advocacy on trafficking Griffith University Arts, Education & Law Research Engagement Award (2021) Professor van Doore actively supervises doctoral and master's students while maintaining significant research grants, including a major UBS Optimus Foundation grant focused on legal frameworks in Nepal, Uganda and Cambodia. She serves on multiple government advisory bodies and international steering groups, demonstrating the practical impact of her academic work. Her leadership extends to co-founding Forget Me Not Australia, an NGO dedicated to child protection and family reunification for children outside parental care.

Ariella Rotramelمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Social movements
• Gender and women's history
• Women and work
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Ariella Rotramel is the Vandana Shiva Associate Professor of Gender, Sexuality, and Intersectionality Studies at Connecticut College, where they joined the faculty in 2012. They served as Interim Dean of Institutional Equity and Inclusion from August 2021 to January 2022 and currently serve as department chair. An interdisciplinary scholar, Rotramel is committed to bridging theoretical and practical engagements of identity and social justice issues through community-based learning and digital humanities approaches. Rotramel earned their B.A. in an Independent Program of Study focusing on Intersections of Racial, Sexual and Gender Identities from the University of Illinois at Chicago, followed by a Ph.D. in Women's and Gender Studies from Rutgers University. Their educational background reflects their commitment to intersectional approaches that inform their scholarly and teaching practices. Rotramel's research centers on social movements, gender and women's history, women and work, ethnic studies, queer and sexuality studies, and feminist praxis. Their scholarship examines how women of color lead grassroots activism in organizations not singularly identified with feminism, exploring issues related to domestic work, housing, and environmental policies. They investigate how marginalized communities navigate and resist structural inequalities through collective action and community organizing. Their work often focuses on New York City contexts while addressing broader national patterns of injustice and resistance. Rotramel's publications demonstrate a consistent focus on intersectional approaches to social justice, with recent work examining disability and sexuality, anti-LGBTQ hate crimes, feminist historiography, and community-based learning. Their 2020 book Pushing Back: Women of Color–Led Grassroots Activism in New York City explores women of color's leadership in organizations addressing injustices tied to domestic work, housing, and environmental policies. Their scholarship bridges historical analysis with contemporary social justice concerns, particularly regarding LGBTQ communities, women of color, and marginalized populations. 2019 Connecticut College Helen Mulvey Faculty Award for Fostering Student Achievement 2017 Faculty Mentor Award from Connecticut College's Mellon Mays Undergraduate Fellowship Program 2015 Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Faculty Service Award Rotramel has mentored numerous students through the Mellon Mays Undergraduate Fellowship Program and supervised various community-based learning projects. They have developed innovative courses that connect classroom learning with community engagement, particularly in areas related to gender justice, LGBTQ rights, and women's history. Rotramel's teaching portfolio includes courses across the Gender, Sexuality and Intersectionality Studies curriculum, from introductory courses like Sex, Gender, Culture: Introduction to Gender and Women's Studies to advanced seminars on feminist theory and social justice praxis. They have been instrumental in developing the department's approach to intersectional studies and community-engaged scholarship.

Jenny Rafterمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• School Social Work
• Community Practice
• Poverty and Deprivation
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Jenny Rafter serves as Associate Professor and Deputy Head of School for Social Work at Anglia Ruskin University (ARU), based in Chelmsford within the School of Allied Health and Social Care under the Faculty of Health, Medicine and Social Care. She transformed ARU's social work program into a top-ten Guardian league table ranking and exceeded sector standards in the National Student Survey since her 2019 appointment. Her educational credentials include a BSc in Social Psychology (Loughborough University), MA in Social Work (London Metropolitan University), Practice Education qualification (ARU), and PGCert in Education (ARU). She is currently pursuing a Professional Doctorate in Education focused on school-based practice. Rafter pioneered the SWIS (Social Workers in Schools) project during the pandemic, now operating in over 130 schools with regional expansion through teaching partnerships. Her research examines school social work's role in safeguarding, poverty contexts, and identity navigation for marginalized youth, establishing an international academic network that hosted ARU's September 2024 conference. Recent publications reveal evolving trends in school social work: increasing focus on intersectional identities (LGBTQ+, Black students), community-based interventions in educational settings, and innovative placement methodologies that bridge theory-practice gaps while addressing systemic deprivation. Her accolades include consistent student-voted 'Made a difference' awards recognizing exceptional teaching and mentorship, and 2023 shortlisting for a national award in keeping children in education—which led to Department for Education consultations with Chief Social Worker. As a Senior Fellow in Higher Education, Rafter mentors social work students through SWIS placements and secured regional degree apprenticeships. She champions student-led advocacy, exemplified by ARU students presenting impactful school interventions at national policy meetings. Rafter leads ARU's SWIS initiative as both research project and operational framework, coordinating 130+ school partnerships across East England. Her international network connects academics globally to advance school social work through collaborative conferences and shared practice models.

Rhonda Wells-Wilbonمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Macro Practice
• Domestic Violence
• Sexual Assault
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Rhonda Wells-Wilbon serves as Associate Professor in the PhD Program of Morgan State University's School of Social Work, where she has taught for twenty-two years across undergraduate, master's, and doctoral programs. Previously inaugural chair of the accredited MSW Program, she leads dissertation committees and specializes in program development, with international consulting experience in Ghana and South Africa. Her educational background includes: Bachelor of Social Work from Michigan State University Master of Social Work from Howard University PhD in Social Work from Howard University Dr. Wells-Wilbon's research centers on Macro Practice, Domestic Violence, and African-centered Social Work, emphasizing culturally responsive interventions for urban African American communities. Her work integrates traditional healing practices with clinical social work to address trauma, economic injustice, and systemic oppression while promoting cultural competence and community empowerment. Her 2015 publications examine urban African American experiences through lenses of mental health, youth violence, and family planning, revealing patterns of culturally specific interventions and historical contributions to social work practice. These works consistently advocate for structural change alongside individual therapeutic approaches. Professional recognition includes serving as Consulting Editor for Social Work (NASW's flagship journal) and appointments to the Council on the Role and Status of Women in Social Work Education and Maryland's Judith P. Hoyer Blue Ribbon Commission. Mentorship includes chairing twelve PhD dissertation committees and serving on thirteen others. Her grant leadership secured over $1 million for District of Columbia child care quality initiatives through the Department of Human Resources, focusing on early education equity. Dr. Wells-Wilbon co-founded the Richard Wright Public Charter School for Journalism, serves on The House of Ruth Maryland's advisory board, and maintains a private DC/MD psychotherapy practice specializing in trauma recovery and couples counseling using creative therapeutic modalities.

Sriya Bhattacharyyaمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Social Justice
• Trauma Therapy
• Creative Arts Therapy
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Sriya Bhattacharyya serves as a Core Candidate Associate Professor at Naropa University within the MA Clinical Mental Health Counseling: Somatic Counseling program and concurrently as an Assistant Professor of Medical Psychology at Columbia University Irving Medical Center. A Bengali-Indian American psychologist, she integrates contemplative practices with clinical expertise to advance social transformation and creative healing for marginalized communities. Her academic credentials include: Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Counseling Psychology, Boston College Master of Arts (MA) in Counseling Theories, Boston College Bachelor of Science (BS) in Psychology, University of Florida Postdoctoral Fellowship in Mental Health Equity, Center for Health Equity, Albert Einstein College of Medicine 200-hour Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT), Shivakali School of Yoga Certificate in Traumatic Stress Studies, The Trauma Center at Justice Resource Institute Certificate in Human Rights and International Justice, Boston College Dr. Bhattacharyya's research pioneers intersections of social justice, trauma therapy, and creative arts interventions. She designs community-based programs dismantling systems of oppression through yoga, therapeutic art, and contemplative clinical methods, with special focus on human trafficking survivors, asylum seekers, and low-income women. Her work consistently centers BIPOC, LGBTQ+, and immigrant communities through liberatory frameworks. Her 15+ publications reveal a cohesive trajectory in trauma-informed community healing, emphasizing arts-based methodologies during crises like the COVID-19 pandemic and Islamophobic violence. Key themes include structural inequity analysis, collective healing models, and culturally responsive interventions for survivors of human trafficking and caste-based discrimination, predominantly utilizing qualitative and mixed-methods approaches. Notable recognitions include: Excellence in Campus Leadership Award from the American Psychological Association Brookline Community Foundation Spotlight Grant Award Diversity Fellowship from Boston College Orbis Institute International Teaching Fellowship She has secured multiple grants supporting community health equity initiatives and presented findings at 45+ international conferences. Her clinical practice provides specialized psychological evaluations for international human trafficking survivors navigating immigration systems, while her grant work focuses on rights literacy and psychosocial support for undocumented migrants. Dr. Bhattacharyya co-develops community-university partnerships like the STARS experiential group intervention and Echo Images arts-based feedback tool, collaborating with organizations including Shambhala Boston's BIPOC and Queer meditation communities. She maintains active involvement in liberation-focused sanghas while designing curricula that bridge contemplative traditions with clinical counseling practice.

• Social Policy
• Labor Economics
• Unemployment
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Judith Elshout serves as a Lecturer and researcher at the Faculty of Applied Social Sciences and Law (FASSL) within the Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences. Her professional activities integrate teaching with applied research focused on social assistance systems, labor market policies, and welfare-to-work transitions. She actively collaborates with The Work Lab and municipal agencies in Amsterdam on evidence-based interventions for unemployed populations. Her research portfolio centers on Social Policy, Labor Economics, and Unemployment dynamics, with specialized expertise in Workfare implementation, Emotional Labor among welfare clients, Volunteering pathways, and Inclusive Recruitment methodologies. Key investigations examine how social assistance policies impact self-respect and psychological well-being, while developing practical frameworks for reducing discrimination in hiring processes through skills-based assessment. Analysis of her 2023-2025 publications reveals concentrated exploration of welfare system interventions, particularly part-time work incentives for benefit recipients and inclusive hiring experiments. This body of work demonstrates consistent translation of academic research into actionable policy tools, with strong emphasis on emotional dimensions of unemployment and structural barriers in labor market access. Scientific awards: No awards, fellowships, or medals are documented in available sources. Elshout supervises student theses as evidenced by activity records, though specific advisee details are unavailable. Her research appears primarily project-funded through partnerships with social service agencies like The Work Lab, focusing on practical implementation rather than theoretical grant-funded studies. She operates within The Work Lab research ecosystem at Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences, conducting field experiments such as the Amsterdams Experiment met de Bijstand. This collaborative environment bridges academic research with municipal social services, emphasizing real-time testing of welfare-to-work interventions in Amsterdam's policy landscape.

• Welfare state
• Poverty
• Sickness Absence
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Elisabeth Ugreninov serves as Associate Professor at Oslo Metropolitan University within the Faculty of Social Sciences, Department of Social Work, Child Welfare and Social Policy. Her academic home is the Living Conditions, Health, Work and Social Inequalities research group where she contributes to multiple high-impact research initiatives examining welfare state dynamics, social inequality, and labor market integration. Her institutional email (elisabeth.ugreninov@oslomet.no) and active research projects indicate ongoing faculty status at this Norwegian institution. Professor Ugreninov's research interests center on welfare state mechanisms, poverty dynamics, sickness absence patterns, labor market discrimination, and informal care systems. Her work particularly emphasizes disability studies, examining how individuals with disabilities navigate employment barriers and social services. She investigates intersectional dimensions including gender, immigration status, and mental health conditions within Scandinavian welfare contexts, with special attention to how these factors compound disadvantage in labor market participation and social inclusion. Analysis of her publication record reveals consistent focus on experimental methodologies to measure discrimination, particularly in hiring processes. Her recent work examines pandemic impacts on vulnerable populations, mental health in the workplace, and comparative labor market policies across Scandinavian countries. The interdisciplinary nature of her research bridges sociology, labor economics, and public policy with strong emphasis on generating evidence for practical policy interventions. Professor Ugreninov leads and participates in multiple significant research projects including Paths2Include (European Labour Market Under Pressure), D-youth (mental health among youth with disabilities), and several studies examining pandemic consequences for living conditions and equality. Her research portfolio demonstrates consistent funding success across Norwegian and European research councils with practical policy relevance for welfare state design and implementation. Her publications appear in top-tier journals including European Sociological Review, Journal of Social Policy, and British Journal of Sociology, indicating strong scholarly impact. The concentration of her work on experimental evidence of discrimination, particularly regarding disability and immigration status, positions her as a leading researcher in Scandinavian social policy evaluation. Her recent dissemination activities show active engagement with policymakers through presentations to the European Union and Norwegian government bodies.