Introduction

My research focuses on the changing concept of the child and systemic developments of child substitute care. I am interested in topics related to ensuring the rights and well-being of children separated from their biological families and the possibilities of supporting their social connection and status.

Main tasks

Teaching: social work with families and child protection, child needs assessment and case management, seminar on children's rights, research seminar

Master's and PhD Supervision

Head of Social Protection

Areas of research

Child substitute care

Child-centred approach in practice and research

Child participation in child protection case work

Child citizenship