Suomen Lähetysseura (Felm)
Pauliina Parhiala has a diverse and extensive work experience in various organizations and roles. Pauliina has held positions such as Executive Director at Suomen Lähetysseura (Felm), Program Director at Norwegian Church Aid / Kirkens Nødhjelp, Lecturer at Humak University of Applied Sciences, Representative at The Lutheran World Federation, Regional Director at Finn Church Aid, Director and Chief Operating Officer at ACT Alliance, and Executive Director at Crisis Management Initiative. Throughout their career, they have demonstrated expertise in areas such as management, change management, innovation, advocacy, policy, and program development. Pauliina has also worked in international contexts, including the Middle East and Africa.
Pauliina Parhiala has a diverse education history spanning multiple fields of study and institutions.
In 1992, they began their academic journey at the University of Helsinki, where they pursued a Master's Degree in Masters of Arts. Pauliina successfully completed their degree in 2000. During this time, their focus of study was in the field of Theology/Theological Studies.
In 2001, Pauliina enrolled in the University of Helsinki's Centre of Continued Education, where they earned a Certificate. This program provided their with additional knowledge and expertise in their chosen field.
In 2002, they briefly attended the University of Jyväskylä, where they obtained a Certificate from the Institute of Educational Leadership. This experience allowed their to gain skills and knowledge in educational leadership.
From 2016 to 2017, Pauliina attended The Graduate School of International and Development Studies, where they pursued an Executive Masters on International negotiations and policy making. During this program, their field of study was focused on International Relations and Affairs.
Pauliina returned to the University of Helsinki in pursuit of further education. Currently, they are working towards a Doctor's Degree in Theology/Theological Studies, which they commenced in 2021. Additionally, they plan to obtain a Pastor degree from the Evangelical Lutheran Church of Finland in 2022.
Lastly, it is known that Pauliina also holds a Teacher Certificate from JAMK University of Applied Sciences, although the specific details regarding this certification are not available.
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Suomen Lähetysseura (Felm)
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Suomen Lähetysseura on evankelis-luterilaisen kirkon kansainvälisen työn järjestö ja yksi Suomen suurimmista kehitysyhteistyöjärjestöistä ja iso rauhantyön toimija. Lähetysseura on yksi ulkoministeriön kehitysyhteistyön ohjelmatukea saavista järjestöistä. Teemme työtä 27 maassa yli sadan kumppanikirkon ja -järjestön kanssa. Työmme tavoittaa kaikkein heikoimmassa ja haavoittuvimmassa asemassa olevat ihmisryhmät. Hankkeissamme maailmalla työskentelee yli 1200 ihmistä. ........... Felm's work aims to promote human dignity and justice around the world. The Christian message of hope, faith and neighbourly love has been the cornerstone of our work for almost 160 years. We currently work in 27 countries with more than 100 partner churches and organisations. There are over 1200 employees in our projects all around the world. We strive for positive and permanent change in developing countries, aiming to help build a world where everyone’s voice is heard. We live and work at grassroots level together with local people, building fruitful partnerships within local communities. Felm is an internationally active organisation that works under the Finnish Lutheran Church. As one of the largest Finnish civil society organisations working in global development we are a key partner organisation for Finland’s Ministry for Foreign Affairs.