Well-being of children – tackling inequalities

What matters for childrens well-being? How can we tackle inequality in the well-being of children and young people? Join the discussion at the next TalkTogether seminar on Thursday 29 February 2024!

The seminar is hosted by the Children, young people and learning strategic profile.
Everyone interested in the topics of the seminar is welcome to join!

Well-being of children – tackling inequalities
Thursday 29 February 2024 at 14:15–16:00
Säästöpankki lecture hall, Main building
On-site event only

Programme
14:15 Opening words

14:20 Speakers and their topics

Prerequisites and support of psychological well-being of immigrant children
Kirsi Peltonen, Associate Professor, INVEST Research Flagship Centre

Antecedents, consequences and protective factors of social outsiderhood during adolescence
Niina Junttila, Professor, Department of Teacher Education

The role of early childhood education and care and family background for childrens educational outcomes
Markus Laaninen, Doctoral Researcher, INVEST Research Flagship Centre

15:40 Networking and mingling with coffee and snacks

After the presentations, discussions will continue in the lobby with coffee and with excellent opportunities for networking.

More information: Jonna Paavilainen, jomanu@utu.fi