International Aalto

As one of Europe’s most international universities, diversity is a crucial part of who we are. The new Finnish government’s proposed changes to immigration policy and what they mean for the international community have caused concern in our community. How does the future of international experts in Finland look like? How welcomed will the international community feel?

During the autumn, we have had a regular dialogue within our international community and external stakeholders. We will now continue the discussion by providing Aaltonians – personnel and students – and their spouses an opportunity to have an open dialogue with Ilkka Haahtela, Director General, Finnish Immigration Service (Migri), and Teemu Haapalehto, Director of Immigration Affairs, City of Espoo. From Aalto leadership, Provost Kristiina Mäkelä, Communications Director Laura Aalto and Chief Human Resources Officer Riitta Silvennoinen will also participate.

Networking at 16.45, the event starts at 17.00.

Programme

Opening – Provost Kristiina Mäkelä

Perspectives from Aalto international community – Introductory speech by Sanaz Zarabi Golkhatmi, Doctoral Researcher

Future of international experts in Finland – Discussion with Ilkka Haahtela,Director General, Finnish Immigration Service and Teemu Haapalehto, Director of Immigration Affairs, City of Espoo. The discussion is hosted by Ankita Marwaha, Assistant Professor 

Questions & comments 

Share your questions in advance

Please register for the event and share your questions, possible concerns or wishes by 22 November – click below to the questionnaire in Presemo. You can register and share your comments anonymously. 

In addition to the questions sent in advance, audience questions will be taken during the event. You may also participate without registration.

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 Warm welcome!