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In a world where individuals seek to experience new beginnings, Naida Valencia's story motivates the power of stepping out of one's comfort zone and welcoming the unknown. Originally moving from Seattle, Washington, Naida's journey led her to Oulu, Finland, where she found a new sense of belonging.

Kevin Marples is originally from the UK and moved to Finland in 2022. Kevin has been working as an intern at International House, Oulu as part of his Integration Training Course.

Giorgia Tononi is a 17-year-old exchange student hailing from Italy. She has embarked on a captivating journey to the land of a thousand lakes and a myriad of seasons.

Nada Abass is originally from Egypt and currently living in Finland. She is pursuing her master's degree in Digital Marketing and Corporate Communications at University of Jyväskylä.

In a world full of opportunities, Lukumanu Iddrisu’s remarkable journey took him from the vibrant streets of Ghana to the unique city of Vaasa, Finland.

My name is Pavani, and I am delighted to share my incredible journey arriving in the enchanting city of Oulu, Finland, in August 2022. Hailing from the beautiful island of Sri Lanka,

Meet Paul Fairchild, an enterprising individual, originally from London, England who has called Finland home for the past 24 years.

Life has a way of guiding us on unexpected paths, leading to incredible transformations. Meet Bora Kim, a kind individual who had a unique journey from South Korea to Oulu, Finland.

Jun Nakamura is originally from Japan. Currently, he studies MSc. in International Business Management at the University of Oulu.