Forschungsnetzwerk Erziehungshilfen

The Institute for Social and Organizational Education at the University of Hildesheim is dedicated to advancing research and practice in the field of supportive education. Established in 2014, the Research Network for Educational Support focuses on various types of assistance, including foster care and residential education, while addressing overarching issues such as protection concepts and transitional research.

This dynamic institution not only fosters collaboration among researchers but also emphasizes the involvement of young people who benefit from educational support, promoting their self-organization through participatory research approaches. Current projects include innovative initiatives like "GLUGA," which aims to enhance living conditions for youth in care settings, and "inclusion now!," which is designed to develop practices for inclusive educational support. Other significant projects focus on medication in youth care, improving support for young adults transitioning to independence, and digital transformation within youth services. The institute's commitment to social participation and equitable education positions it as a leader in the field of social pedagogy.