On March 5, the Human Resources International workshop "From Scholars to Leaders: Strengthening Leadership and HR Management Skills in Academia" will take place at Vidzeme University of Applied Sciences in Valmiera (Latvia), as part of the Ent-r-e-novators project General Assembly.
The Human Resources International Workshop Plan:
14:00-15:15 – Panel discussion: "From Scholars to Leaders: Strengthening Leadership and HR Management Skills in Academia"
Speakers:
- Darja Aksjonova – Senior Expert, Latvian Science Council
- Giuliana Sabbatini – Head of Service and Competence Center for Higher Education Development and Quality Management, St.Pölten University of Applied Sciences
- Brigita Kukjalko – Senior Expert at the Ministry of Education and Science
15:30-16:30 – Parallel group discussions on academic careers and professional development
16:45-17:30 – Group presentation and summary
“To achieve excellence in science and academia, we need not only outstanding researchers and academic professionals but also inspiring academic leaders,” says Dr.psych., Mg.math. Vineta Silkāne, Associate Professor, HESPI Leading Researcher and project Ent-r-e-novators leader of Human Resources and R&I ecosystems work package.
V.Silkāne emphasizes that these leaders are crucial in guiding and supporting the next generation, fostering their growth, and helping them navigate their academic careers.
Key Features of the Event:
- Experts and researchers discussion on academic leadership and academic career development
- International collaboration
- Networking opportunities
📅 Date: March 5, 2025
📍 Venue: Cēsu street 4, C229, Vidzeme University of Applied Science, Valmiera (Latvia)
💻 Format: In person
We encourage all stakeholders in the research and educational communities to join us for this enlightening workshop. Whether you are a researcher, educator or young researchers (PhD students), your participation will contribute to the broader discourse on human resources.
We look forward to welcoming you to an engaging and informative event that aims to shape the future of open science and education in Europe.
