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Linda Kjær Minke is a Professor at the Department of Law, University of Southern Denmark, specializing in criminology and the penal system. Her research is primarily focused on incarceration studies and the Danish penal system, with an emphasis on the normalization principle which aims to align prison conditions with broader societal norms. Minke critically examines the lived experiences of incarcerated individuals and the structural mechanisms that shape these experiences. She has notably contributed to the understanding of prison outsourcing and its implications for transferring incarceration responsibilities across borders. Additionally, she has explored the dynamics of prison food systems, assessing how food practices within correctional institutions mirror and reinforce larger societal dynamics. Her recent research also addresses canine-assisted programs in correctional settings, evaluating their impact on inmate well-being and institutional culture. Minke is actively engaged in developing educational models for prisons, advocating for the transformative potential of personal development opportunities for inmates, and emphasizing the importance of family-friendly prison environments for rehabilitation.
Department of Law, University of Southern Denmark • Odense, Denmark
Leading research and teaching in law, punishment, and societal responses to crime.
Department of Law, University of Southern Denmark • Odense, Denmark
Conducting research and teaching in criminology and penal law.
Department of Law, University of Southern Denmark • Odense, Denmark
Engaged in teaching and research support within the department.
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