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February 2, 2026 — The University of Eastern Finland Hosts the Coordination of the UniPID Network 2026-2029.
Starting in 2026, the UniPID Coordination Unit moved from the University of Helsinki to the University of Eastern Finland. To learn more about what this transition means, we invite you to read this text written by UniPID’s director, Kaisa Kurki. Thank you, UEF, for the warm welcome!
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UniPID organizes and participates in events that foster Higher Education Instutions' and research community's global responsibility and partnerships for sustainable development.

Please find the upcoming events below:

Development Days DocShop 2026. Beyond Academia: Doing Development Research in Different Fields.

Date: Wednesday 25 February 2026
Time: 13.00 - 15.00
Location: University of Helsinki & online
Registration: The DocShop is free of charge for DocNet members and SusTra doctoral students. However, prior registration is required. Read more about the workshop and register by 15 February here.

Master’s Workshop 2026: Navigating the Road to Completion.

Date: Wednesday 25 February 2026
Time: 12.00-15.00
Location: University of Helsinki & Online
Registration: Registration is free of charge for UniPID member universities’ students. However, prior registration is required. Read more about the workshop and confirm your participation by 8 February here.

Keep an eye on our communication channels to be among the first to hear about future events. You could revisit our past events here.

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