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Finnish University Partnership for International Development (UniPID)

UniPID is a network of Finnish universities. We support our members' global responsibility actions and strengthen their response to global challenges. UniPID offers a variety of support services for the interdisciplinary studies, research and societal impact of universities related to global development.
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Interested in studying sustainable development?

UniPID offers virtual courses and a Minor in Sustainable Development.

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UniPID awards a yearly Master’s Award in Development Studies and supports the training and networking of Finnish doctoral students.
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Researching a topic related to global development?

UniPID connects researchers and institutions engaged with global development within Finland, and to partners around the world.

Are you working on a PhD related to global development issues?

UniPID coordinates the UniPID DocNet network for selected doctoral candidates and supervisors from UniPID member universities.
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November 28, 2025 — Faces Behind the Course: Meet Nari and Vera and Their Journey Linking Trademarks, Branding, and Sustainability
“Brands, Trademark Law, and Sustainability – Lessons from/for the Global South” is the first-ever course hosted by Hanken School of Economics through the UniPID platform. We interviewed Nari and Vera, the course teachers, who shared their backgrounds, experience, and curiosity for exploring...
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June 19, 2012 — June Issue of UniPID Newsletter Available

Read all about What's New at UniPID, exciting Research and Funding Opportunities, upcoming Events, and much more!

June 14, 2012 — Higher education strengthens capacity in developing countries

A seminar organised by CIMO brought almost 200 participants to the Finlandia Hall to learn more about The Role of Higher Education in Capacity Building in Developing Countries. Among the participants were representatives of higher education institutions and public administration as well as...

June 11, 2012 — ERAfrica hankkeen kokous Helsingissä

ERAfrica-hankkeen uusien yhteistyötahojen kokoukseen ja rahoittajien kokoukseen

May 10, 2012 — May Issue of UniPID newsletter available

Don't miss this month's issue of the UniPID newsletter. Stay up-to-date on UniPID's news!

April 24, 2012 — ERAfrica Call for Proposals Continues to Take Shape

The ERAfrica Consortium continues its work in clarifying and refining the thematic and administrative processes to govern the joint activities to be undertaken.