Guest Minna Arve and host Junaid Muhammad Raza

Podcast: FINN-ISH – Tales of Integration | The Vision for a Global Turku: A Conversation with the Mayor

In this episode of Finn-ish: Tales of Integration, we explore how the City of Turku is taking steps toward the integration of internationals into Finnish society. 

Your host, Junaid, a master’s student in Health Technology, sits down with inspiring guest who share her insights being a leader: 

👉 Minna Arve – Mayor of the City of Turku, the first vice-president of International Council for Local Environmental Initiatives in Europe, and alumni of the University of Turku. Shape

Topics Covered:  
🔹 What steps has the city of Turku taken to support international students and residents in integrating into the community? 
🔹 How does Turku aim to make itself more attractive to international talent, especially students and professionals?

🔹 How does the city plan to continue supporting the integration of internationals in the coming years?

🔹 What are some of the key challenges Turku faces as it grows into a more international city, and how is the city addressing them? 

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