In spring 2026, I participated in the International Staff Week 2026 event in Nice, organized by ISIM Business School. During the week, 130 participants from around 15 different countries came together to share experiences, learn new things, and build international networks. The week offered a well-balanced combination of structured program, discussions, and informal interaction.
Post-traumatic stress disorder is treatable, and effective, evidence-based methods already exist to support recovery. One of them is Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), a structured treatment approach developed by Professor Emerita Patricia A. Resick of Duke University and widely recommended for PTSD treatment. In May, three TAMK experts took part in an international seminar in Tampere organized by Tampere University to deepen their understanding of CPT and its relevance for education, research, and professional practice at TAMK. The seminar offered not only updated knowledge, but also new perspectives on how trauma expertise can be strengthened and shared.
The final seminar of the "Promotion of Youth Employment and Vocational Training" project took place in Nairobi, bringing together educators, policymakers, and partners to celebrate achievements and chart a path forward for vocational education.
In September 2025, I participated in the AEC’s (European Association of Conservatories) 25th International Relations Coordinators’ meeting in Budapest, titled the Great Mobility Compass (https://aec-music.eu/event/annual-meeting-for-international-relations-coordinators-2025/).
