Societal challenges cross borders, and a changing world demands innovation. UiA is committed to interdisciplinary efforts to find sustainable solutions.
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About the priority area:
In a rapidly changing world, it is vital that we understand the fundamental principles shaping our society, particularly the forces that threaten and challenge our democracy. At UiA, we are working on comprehending these forces and further developing the foundations and principles for democracy and citizenship through research, dialogue, and community engagement.
Research groups
Child and adolescents’ upbringing and living conditions
Governance and leadership in the public sector
Social Welfare and Welfare Services
Claimed Pasts: Critical knowledge and Heritage Production
European Integration and Transnational Governance
Media and Communication Studies
How we work with the priority area
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Personal involvement does not equal effective aid May 22, 2024 12:00 AM
Volunteer work requires personal involvement, but it should not become a personal development project.
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Digitalisation makes it easier to achieve climate goals May 15, 2024 2:01 PM
Countries across the world generate a vast amount of data while reporting on their initiatives to address climate issues. This presents both challenges and opportunities.
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Researchers awarded NOK 31 million for project on media and democracy Apr. 16, 2024 12:46 PM
Are the media developments in Europe a threat to democracy? Researchers from eight countries will examine this in order to make recommendations to the European Commission.
