EDI related news
A new tool for agreeing on language use in Aalto
The ready-to-use process helps teams jointly agree on the use of different languages
From exchange studies to working life in Finland
Aalto University tries to support and give guidance for students who want to learn about Finnish working life and search for and find jobs in Finland
Thinking of doing a doctorate? Join us on 21 April
Join us on 21 April 2026 to hear firsthand experiences from researchers across Europe and explore what a career in research at Aalto could look like.
Unite! Students Strengthen Communication and Collaboration Skills in International Workshops
Aalto students joined peers from five other European universities in workshops and discussions on collaboration, communication, and responsibility.
What motherhood reveals about modern work
Workplace norms still demand that the realities of motherhood are hidden, but organisations must accept that careers now unfold differently, says Professor Taija Turunen.
Promote equality and non-discrimination in 2026 – apply for funding
The EDI funding is open to all staff members and students who are affiliated with the School of Business
Women's networks – between symbolism and impact
Women often face the challenge that the networks relevant to them are informal and male‑dominated. These so‑called old boys’ networks can slow down women’s career paths and reinforce existing inequalities.
A new checklist helps to make course material accessible
Accessible material improve learning for all, especially for students with disabilities, impairments, or learning difficulties.
Bring your child to work day 2025 at the Department of Applied Physics
The Department of Applied Physics encouraged employees to bring their children to work on 21. November 2025- you can have a peak at what kids did on that day
The TAIMI project builds an equal working life – a six-year consortium project seeks solutions to recruitment and skill challenges
Artificial intelligence (AI) is changing skill requirements, the population is aging, and the labor shortage is deepening. Meanwhile, the potential of international experts often remains unused in Finland. These challenges in working life are addressed by the six-year TAIMI project funded by the Strategic Research Council, and implemented by a broad consortium.
Summer School Alum Story: Why diversity and inclusion matter – learnings from this summer
This summer’s course shows students that no organisation can afford to overlook its commitment to this topic, neither now nor in the future.
Subnational income inequality revealed: Regional successes may hold key to addressing widening gap globally
Income inequality is one of the most important measures of economic health, social justice and quality of life
ENG application for exchange 2026
The application period for exchange destinations for the academic year 2026/27 is from 12 January to 30 January 2026. The January application round includes available exchange places for the next autumn and spring semesters.
Internationalisation requires leaders to adapt their mental models
To succeed in today’s diverse and fragmented international environment, leaders of Finnish companies need to be able to rethink established mental models and ways of working. Failures can challenge ingrained assumptions and spark change.
Tools for enhancing collaboration and appreciative interaction skills
Appreciative interaction builds smooth collaboration, trust and well-being – check out the autumn training offerings and sign up
Advancing EDI competences across Europe
CKIR contributed to a European project advancing EDI competences. It created learning materials, organized courses and supported students’ internships.
Keys to growth: Internationalisation brings talent, innovation and economic growth to Finland
Talent is fuel for the future — and Finland also needs it from abroad. Aalto and VTT have been internationalising rapidly, but the nation still has room for improvement in supporting international experts to put down roots.
Creating room for connection, dialogue, and collective planning is more important than ever
Two workshops were organised to build bridges and foster meaningful action on EDI at the Aalto School of Business.
Half of highly educated immigrants find employment through Espoo and Aalto’s collaboration
The exceptional employment outcomes are the result of collaboration, in which service design research has played a key role.
