Finnish University Partnership for International Development - UniPID
What is UniPID?
UniPID is a network of Finnish universities to support the interdisciplinary studies and research, as well as societal impact and partnerships of universities related to global sustainable development.
Right Now
January 28, 2020 — FinCEAL Plus BRIDGES Asia Grantees to AESCON - Singapore Selected!
FinCEAL Plus BRIDGES Asia Funds a Delegation of 3 to the Asia-Europe Sustainable Connectivity Scientific Conference (AESCON) 26-28 February 2020 in Singapore.
December 20, 2019 — Virtual Studies Call for Course Proposals 2020 - Extended DL 18 March!
The Finnish University Partnership for International Development – UniPID is hereby inviting interested course teachers and lecturers from UniPID member universities to submit course proposals for the UniPID Virtual Studies programme. Submit your proposal by 18 March, 2020.
December 11, 2019 — Master's Award in Development Studies 2019 to Martta Kaskinen
Martta Kaskinen from the University of Helsinki has been awarded the 2019 Master's Award in Development Studies, handed out by UniPID and the Finnish Society for Development Research. Kaskinen's thesis in development studies was titled Just Fundraising? Finnish NGO campaign imaginaries of...
What does UniPID do?
For Students
Interested in studying sustainable development? UniPID offers virtual courses and a Minor in Sustainable Development.
Already studying development? UniPID awards a yearly Master’s Award in Development Studies and supports the training and networking of Finnish doctoral students.
For Researchers
Researching issues relevant to development? UniPID organizes scientific events and informs about research calls and funding opportunities.
Interested in research policy? UniPID impacts research agendas and funding priorities and supports Finnish participation in research consortia and policy dialogues.
For Society
Interested in the societal impact of universities? UniPID supports universities’ efforts to foster their response to global challenges.
Looking for expertise? UniPID facilitates Finnish researchers’ input in national and international development policy, and connects Finnish universities with other relevant stakeholders.