Vibeke Krane is the Deputy Head of Strategic Research Area; Upbringing, Belonging, and Life Skills at the University of South-Eastern Norway (USN) she also works as a Professor at the Department of Health, Social and Welfare Studies at USN. She is a clinical social worker and has a PhD in psychology. She specializes in experience-based research within child welfare and mental health, focusing on studies of human interactions and practices. Her methodological expertise lies in collaborative research and co-creation. Her research domains encompass child welfare services, youth mental health, mental health services, social inclusion, school environment, social relations, co-creation, and collaborative research methods involving youth. She has over 25 years of experience working as a therapist in mental health and child welfare services. https://orcid.org/0000-0002-1223-8337