Hi, I’m Ilkhom Khalimzoda, a postdoctoral researcher in Intercultural Communication at the University of Jyvaskyla, Finland, and Finland’s Volunteer of the Year 2021. You can reach me at: khalimzodai@gmail.com
Feel free to reach out to me for entrepreneurial ideas, research project collaborations, or if you need a reliable partner fluent in multiple languages, including Uzbek, Persian, Russian, Turkish, and English. I also have proficiency in Latvian (A2) and Finnish (B1), along with a deep understanding of the related cultures.
I am a skilled, adaptive & inventive social action developer living in Central Finland. Currently, as a postdoctoral researcher, I am leading a research project titled ‘Social Media Crossroads: Navigating the Russia-West Divide,’ supported by the Kone Foundation.
As a founder and director of Prime Education Finland, I strive to transfer and export Finland’s best product – education!
In my community service and as a volunteer ambassador(volunteer of the year), I promote intercultural dialog, social capital and inclusive society.
Endorsements
“In just a few years, Khalimzoda has done a tremendous job of promoting an immigrant-friendly atmosphere and encouraging people from different backgrounds to socialize,” Pirkka – Pekka Petelius, Chairman of the Parliamentary Volunteer Support Group.
“Ilkhom has already gained extensive experience in various forms of volunteering – it is an excellent way to get to know the working environment, learn languages and have social relationships. Volunteering is therefore an excellent promoter of integration, and Ilkhom is a great pioneer in that. ” Antti Rajala, Chairman of the Citizens’ Arena Board and Electoral Jury.
“Ilkhom is an enthusiastic and knowledgeable person whose genuine, long-time interest in diversity and inclusion has helped him successfully achieve his learning and professional goals. He is skilled in stakeholder engagement and outreach and is a good communicator,” says Maria Golubeva, Former Minister of Interior of Latvia.
Welcome! 