International cooperation

Valo-Valmennusyhdistys actively participates in national and international cooperation networks focusing on inclusion, wellbeing, employability and community development.

Valo has European Solidarity Corps Quality label and Erasmus+ Accreditation in Youth work and adult education.

Valo is a member of CEFEC (Social Firms Europe), a European network promoting social firms and inclusive employment opportunities.

We have experience in:

  • Erasmus+ cooperation
  • Multi-disciplinary project partnerships
  • Development of inclusive practices and methods
  • Youth participation and community-based approaches
  • Exchange of expertise and good practices
  • Coordinating projects

Our international activities aim to strengthen sustainable and human-centered approaches that support participation, equality and social wellbeing.

 

Areas of Expertise

  • Inclusion and participation
  • Youth work and community engagement
  • Coaching and rehabilitation
  • Employability and life-management skills
  • Psychosocial and low-threshold support
  • Social Entrepreneurship
  • Multidisciplinary cooperation methods

We welcome international cooperation, knowledge exchange and partnership opportunities with NGOs, educational institutions, public organizations and international networks.

Eeva Salmi

Senior expert

Jaana Härkönen

Team leader, international activities