International cooperation

Internationality as a cross-cutting theme in the city organization. The City of Jyväskylä promotes internationality in collaboration with educational institutions, businesses, and other organizations.

Goals of international cooperation

• Advance Jyväskylä’s city strategy and sustainable urban development.
• Boost the city’s global visibility and attractiveness.
• Drive joint projects and secure EU funding.
• Engage actively in international networks and EU-level advocacy.
• Strengthen global expertise and adopt best practices.
• Support business growth and attract international talent and companies.
• Promote immigrant integration and access to multilingual services.
• Foster internationalization and global identity among residents.