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The Osnabrück University of Applied Sciences strengthens cooperations with scientists from Central and Southeastern Europe
In light of the global challenges in the last years the topic Diversity in Europe gains in importance especially in the work context. Established diversity management approaches, however, reach their limits. With the research project ‚Fair Future‘ under the supervision of Prof. Dr. Petia Genkova, Professor of Business Psychology therefore a paradigm shift in Diversity Management in Europe will be initiated. The aim is to reduce inequality, to support equal opportunity and to cope with social exclusion.
International experts meet in Osnabrück
From November 25th to 28th, leading experts from North Macedonia, Slovakia, Serbia, Spain, Bulgaria, Austria, Hungary and the Netherlands got together to share current research findings, to strengthen the existing cooperations and to initiate new research projects. The event was appreciated by the presidium of the University and a reception in the Town Hall of the town of Osnabrück. On November 29th follows an online conference for a broad (non-) scientific audience which should enhance the exchange between science and practice.
Research for a fair future
In the framework of the project ‘Fair Future’ the action mechanisms of Diversity Management initiatives will be empirically investigated in different European countries. The goal is to develop evidence-based and innovative solution approaches for companies, public institutions and NGOs. You can find detailed information about the project under the following link: www.hs-osnabrueck.de/fair-future.
Further Informations:
Prof. Dr. Petia Genkova Petkova
Professor of Business Psychology and a Head of the Project Fair Future
Telephone: 0541 969-3772
E-Mail: p.genkova@hs-osnabrueck.de
Professor Dr. Genkova has successfully secured a new partnership for research and networking efforts. She visited the University in Malta and had the opportunity to meet with Dr. Maria Brown from the Faculty of Education. During this meeting, they discussed, among other things, the conclusion of a new Erasmus agreement, aiming to foster stronger collaboration in research and teaching, as well as enable future joint Erasmus projects.
Furthermore, they extensively explored opportunities for collaborations in joint Horizon projects. Upon approval of this project, Dr. Brown expressed her willingness not only to organize a workshop on-site but also to potentially lead the kick-off workshop for the meeting with all collaborative partners and stakeholders, facilitating comprehensive exchange.
Various modalities and possibilities were also discussed, allowing for the joint development of detailed planning. Another topic of discussion was the involvement of the University of Malta in the Cult Open Study on Intercultural Competence, Positive Social Identity, and Positive Diversity Attitudes. Dr. Maria Brown is actively participating in ensuring Malta's inclusion in this large cross-cultural study. Malta, being a diversity-oriented culture, incorporates various approaches within itself.
Additionally, Dr. Brown is making efforts, through migration platforms, to drive this initiative further and achieve widespread dissemination. The two additional partners Dr. Christian Borg Xuereb and Prof. Carmel Cefai from the Faculty of Social Wellbeing are also actively participating in all measures.
The discussions also covered the regional and culture-specific aspects of the university and the government, providing insight into the local context.
We look forward to the new partnership and hope for a successful collaboration.
