Department for International Cooperation - Folkuniversitetet, Uppsala

🪴Some of the best learning happens when we open our doors and share what we believe in.

🙌Last week, we were proud to host nine participants from Spain at Folkuniversitetet Uppsala and introduce them to the Swedish approach to vocational education, lifelong learning, and international cooperation.

✨The warmth, curiosity, and positive feedback we received reminded us why these exchanges matter so much.

Thank you for trusting us, asking questions, sharing your perspectives, and reminding us that education becomes richer when we learn from one another.

🙏Special thanks go to Vivian Welker for being a wonderful host and coordinator of this exchange.We would also like to extend our sincere appreciation to Maria Rogula and Vassilis Varelas for their valuable input to the exchange program; also, to Cecilia Sten and Xeniya Kozlova for their continuous support. And for our partner organisation Studiefrämjandet Uppsalaregionen, where Denis Riabov was warmly introduced to the team from Spain, about their core organisational values.

Thanks to all who contributed to the exchange of knowledge, experiences and thoughts.

Take care until we meet again. 🇸🇪❤️🇪🇸

🎉 Register for the International Knowledge Party | 15 June
How well do we understand the European Union, its values, and the decisions that influence our everyday lives?
As part of the Understanding EU project, co-funded by the EU, the International Knowledge Party will offer an interactive online space for exchange, learning, and dialogue on EU values, democratic participation, and the role of Europe in our daily life.
Through an engaging and accessible format, participants will have the opportunity to explore key EU topics, discover project results, exchange perspectives with people from different countries, and reflect on how EU principles connect to real-life experiences.
We are also pleased to announce that the event will feature two keynote speakers: Prof. Dr. Steffen Hurka, Chair of European Politics at Zeppelin University Friedrichshafen, and Dr. Antonios Klapsis, Associate Professor in the Department of Political Science and International Relations at the University of the Peloponnese.
📅 Date: 15 June
🕕 Time: 17:00-18:30 PM
💻 Format: Online
🌍 Open to: Citizens, educators, learners, civil society organisations, and anyone interested in Europe, democracy, and active participation.
Join us for a meaningful and enjoyable online event dedicated to knowledge, dialogue, and European participation.
👉 Register now and be part of the International Knowledge Party!
https://zoom.us/meeting/register/MHLe7UDqR4GOPC66Fmcq0Q
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The Erasmus+ project Understanding EU is coming to an end. Folkuniversitetet was pleased to take part in the final project meeting and conference in Vienna, Austria. It was an inspiring event that highlighted the importance of the EU and explored ways to raise awareness and promote accurate information about the European Union. Thank you for having us! 🇪🇺🇦🇹

🫴 There are moments that don’t just happen — they stay with you.
24 April was one of them. 💛

Not because it was another event.
But because of the people who stood in front of the room — and chose to share honestly, openly, and with ❤️

Our deepest gratitude goes to Anna Hula from Uppsala International Hub — for not just explaining the Swedish labour market, but translating it into something human, understandable, and possible.
You reminded us that behind every system, there are people, values, and stories. 🙏
And to amazing Oksana Olsson — thank you for opening the doors to the reality of recruitment in Sweden.
Not the polished version. The real one. 💪
💥 With all its nuances, expectations, and unspoken rules.
You gave clarity where there is often doubt — and confidence where there is often silence.

🙌 And to our incredible team of Job coaches and mentors Wirback, Mikael Norrgård, Rebecka Gustavsson Robin Ståhlberg
at Folkuniversitetet Uppsala — for turning knowledge into practice, and practice into courage.
Because sometimes, one good piece of advice can change the direction of a life. and

❗This session was never just about CVs or interviews.
It was about belonging. 🫂
About understanding a new culture without losing yourself in the process.
About realizing that even in a competitive market — there is space for you. 🫵

📢 To everyone who joined:
You didn’t just attend. You showed up for your future.

And to our speakers —
Thank you for giving not only your expertise, but your energy, your honesty, and your belief in people. 💫
That is what truly makes impact. 🌍✨

📢 Already today at 13:30 in Folkuniversitetet Uppsala!

🫴 Join our practical event on how to successfully enter the Swedish labour market — from understanding how recruitment works to improving your interview skills and standing out as a candidate. Get real insights from Anna Hula of Uppsala International Hub, an HR expert and career counsellor, Oksana Olsson, learn what employers are looking for and gain practical tools you can apply immediately in your job search, guided by experienced job coaches and mentors from Folkuniversitetet-Hans Wirback, Rebecka Gustavsson, Robin Ståhlberg and Mikael Norrgård.

‼️ Don’t miss this opportunity to boost your chances of finding a job in Sweden — today! 🚀

🚀 Ready to enter the Swedish labour market with confidence?

Join our session, as part of the ESF project Unite, for highly skilled migrants who want to understand how things really work in Sweden.

📍 24th April | 13:30-15:30 | Folkuniversitetet Uppsala, Room A-28
⚠️ Spots are limited – registration required
👉 To secure your spot: https://forms.gle/cJ5JmSzVULdVe9ru7
🌍 Language: English & Swedish

🔹Uppsala International Hub will share practical guidance on how the Swedish labour market works, how to stand out as a candidate, and how to approach job applications and interviews

🎤 Oksana Olsson – HR & Recruitment Specialist in Sweden
With experience supporting both employers and candidates, she brings a unique dual perspective on hiring. She will share how the hiring process works, what employers look for, how to succeed in interviews, and how to navigate Swedish workplace culture

🎯 Practical interview techniques from experienced Folkuniversitetet job coaches and mentors

👉 Practical, honest insights that make a real difference.

➡️ Presenting AI for Seniors! What the project is all about:
Helping seniors gain confidence in using digital tools & AI for everyday tasks, health, finance & social connection.
Supporting with innovative, accessible resources to teach these skills effectively.
Bridging , where younger generations & seniors learn with each other, not just from each other.

We remain committed to promoting , & well-being - but now, with a modern twist: embracing & digital literacy as essential ingredients for healthy, independent & connected living.

➡️Stay tuned as we share resources, stories & learning opportunities designed to help everyone benefit from this new digital era!

GreenBuildEd is proceeding!
Follow us through our website and social media:

https://greenbuilded.eu/
https://www.linkedin.com/company/greenbuilded

online Steering Committee 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗷𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴

📅 March 2026

💥The GreenBuildEd Virtual Steering Committee Meeting brought partners together to 𝗿𝗲𝘃𝗶𝗲𝘄 progress, 𝗱𝗶𝘀𝗰𝘂𝘀𝘀 key work package updates and 𝗮𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗻 on the next project steps.
👉 Important 𝗱𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀, dissemination 𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 and 𝗱𝗲𝗹𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲𝘀 were also addressed as the partnership continues working toward impactful results.

🎯 Great 𝘁𝗲𝗮𝗺𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸 and strong commitment continue to drive GreenBuildEd forward!

Visit our website to learn more about our mission and explore project resources:
👉 https://greenbuilded.eu/

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BK CON
BERUFSFORDERUNGSWERK DER BAUINDUSTRIE NRW GGMBH
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Μητροπολιτικό Κολλέγιο
Folkuniversitetet
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ДПТНЗ "Конотопське вище професійне училище"

🚀 Ready to enter the Swedish labour market with confidence?

Join our session, as part of the ESF project Unite, for highly skilled migrants who want to understand how things really work in Sweden.

📍 24th April | 13:30-15:30 | Folkuniversitetet Uppsala, Room A-28
⚠️ Spots are limited – registration required
👉 To secure your spot: https://forms.gle/cJ5JmSzVULdVe9ru7
🌍 Language: English & Swedish

🔹Uppsala International Hub will share practical guidance on how the Swedish labour market works, how to stand out as a candidate, and how to approach job applications and interviews

🎤 Oksana Olsson – HR & Recruitment Specialist in Sweden
With experience supporting both employers and candidates, she brings a unique dual perspective on hiring. She will share how the hiring process works, what employers look for, how to succeed in interviews, and how to navigate Swedish workplace culture

🎯 Practical interview techniques from experienced Folkuniversitetet job coaches and mentors

👉 Practical, honest insights that make a real difference.

Follow the Sustainable Construction with GreenBuildED!

𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗷𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝗡𝗲𝘄𝘀

GreenBuildEd – 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗚𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘄𝗮𝘆 𝘁𝗼 𝗦𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘀𝘁𝗿𝘂𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻🌱

✨ The future of 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘀𝘁𝗿𝘂𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗶𝘀 𝗴𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗻, and education is the key!

👉 GreenBuildEd brings together experts, educators, and industry leaders to 𝗱𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗽 𝗶𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘀𝗼𝗹𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘀𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗯𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗽𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗰𝗿𝗼𝘀𝘀 𝗘𝘂𝗿𝗼𝗽𝗲.

Visit our website to learn more about our mission and explore project resources:
👉 https://greenbuilded.eu/

🇩🇪
BK CON
BERUFSFORDERUNGSWERK DER BAUINDUSTRIE NRW GGMBH
🇬🇷
Μητροπολιτικό Κολλέγιο
🇸🇪
Folkuniversitetet
🇺🇦
ДПТНЗ "Конотопське вище професійне училище"