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Karin Brunvathne Bjerkestrand
Karin B. Bjerkestrand is an associate professor of drama and theatre at the University of Stavanger. She previously worked at OsloMet University, where she conducted applied theatre research for many years. Her focus has been particularly on the development of forum theatre with a diversity perspective, working with immigrant groups and drama students. Her efforts to build bridges of tolerance and respect have influenced her students for the last decade. She is the co-author of the book Narrativ Identitet: Drama og teaterpedagogisk praksis i interkulturell kontekst (Narrative Identity: Drama and theatre pedagogic praxis in an intercultural context).