The Future Work Ability project is to support proactive study ability and early detection of challenges in studies by utilizing pedagogical solutions, digital tools, and systems developed within the project.

The project is coordinated by Karelia University of Applied Sciences.

The other partners in the project include Savonia University of Applied Sciences and the Joensuu Region Different Learners Association.

The duration of the project is from August 1st 2023 to December 31st 2025.

The project’s steering group consists of the following members:

• Telma Rivinoja, Specialist in Learning and Occupational Well-being, Finnish Institute of Occupational Health, Chairperson of the Steering Group
• Anu Väänänen, Regional Manager, Finnish Student Health Service (YTHS), Eastern Region
• Marjut Salmela, Eastern Customer Service Unit, Social Insurance Institution of Finland (Kela)
• Minna Taam-Ukkonen, Director of Education, Northern Savo Welfare Area
• Riitta Turjamaa, Director of Continuous Learning, Savonia University of Applied Sciences
• Marjo Nenonen, Head of Education Development, Karelia University of Applied Sciences
• Nina Yletyinen, Student Union Representative, POKA (Karelia University of Applied Sciences Student Union)