4 PhD Scholarship in Social Workers’ Assessment of Risks of Homelessness

We are pleased to offer a fully funded PhD scholarship as part of the project ‘Exploring homelessness among care leavers (HACL): Addressing challenges and finding potentials.’ This project, funded by NordForsk, aims to tackle the issue of homelessness among young care leavers (aged 18-24) from a life course and qualitative curiosity-driven perspective. The project is a collaborative effort among Nordic countries, including Norway, Sweden, Iceland, Finland, and Denmark, with the project leader, Associate Professor Anne-Kirstine Mølholt, based at Aalborg University. The supervision will be provided by Anne-Kirstine Mølholt and Professor Veronika Paulsen from NTNU in Trondheim, Norway.

Project Overview

Young people who have experienced out-of-home care during their upbringing are disproportionately represented among homeless young individuals. The HACL project seeks to understand and address this challenge through comprehensive research and analysis. The project comprises four work packages (WPs):

WP 1: Systematic Review
Conducting a systematic review of existing research on the experiences of homelessness among young care leavers.

WP 2: Exploring Care Leavers’ Experiences
Investigating the experiences of care leavers who are currently homeless or at risk of homelessness.

WP 3: Social Policy and Initiatives
Exploring social policies and initiatives related to homelessness among care leavers across the participating Nordic countries.

WP 4: Social Workers’ Assessment
Investigating how social workers within child welfare services assess the risks and needs related to homelessness when young people leave care.

Your Role as a PhD Scholar

As a PhD scholar, you will play a vital role in the project’s success. Your specific focus will be on WP 4, where you will delve into the crucial aspect of how social workers assess risks and needs concerning homelessness when care leavers transition out of care. You will employ qualitative research methods to gain deep insights into this critical area.

Application Details

The deadline for applications is 31.08.2023. If you are passionate about contributing to this essential research and making a difference in the lives of young care leavers facing homelessness, we encourage you to apply.

For more information about the position and to apply, please visit the official website: PhD Scholarship in Social Workers’ Assessment of Risks of Homelessness

Join Our Nordic Collaboration in Tackling Homelessness Among Care Leavers

This project offers a unique opportunity to be part of a collaborative effort among Nordic countries in addressing the challenges of homelessness among young care leavers. By conducting groundbreaking research and exploring the perspectives of care leavers and social workers, we aim to find effective solutions and create a positive impact on the lives of vulnerable youth. If you are driven by the desire to make a difference and have a passion for social work and homelessness research, seize this opportunity and apply for the fully funded PhD scholarship. We look forward to welcoming you to our dedicated team!