Research meets the reality of life
There are often only a few steps between scientific theory and social practice. However, the decisive factor is whether ideas and concepts also work in people's everyday lives. In the latest episode of the "Einfach Forschung" podcast from Ostfalia University of Applied Sciences, Falk Hensel talks about how research and social work can benefit from each other - and why innovations are particularly important where people need direct support.
The episode is entitled:
"EF041: Research for people: Where theory meets real life"
Our guest is Falk Hensel, Head of Family & Social Services at AWO Bezirksverband Braunschweig e. V. (external link, opens in a new window) As a member of the management board, he and his team are responsible for the work of thousands of employees and numerous people who are dependent on social support.
Challenges in social work
In this interview, Falk Hensel talks about his personal and professional path to the Workers' Welfare Organisation (AWO). One focus of the podcast episode is on the increasing shortage of skilled labour in social work and the resulting challenges for social institutions and organisations. In addition to current challenges, he also talks about the opportunities offered by new technologies in social organisations.
Listen to the new podcast episode now
The episode "Research for people: Where theory meets real life" is now available on all known podcast platforms - including Spotify, Apple Podcasts and other providers.
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"Einfach Forschung" is the podcast from Ostfalia University of Applied Sciences. Every fortnight, researchers and experts from practice and science talk about current social, technological and scientific developments. Hosted by Prof. Dr Heinz-Dieter Quack, the podcast provides understandable and practical insights into topics such as digitalisation, mobility, social innovation and applied research.