Jussi P. Välimaa

Jussi P. Välimaa is a Professor in Higher Education Studies at the University of Jyväskylä, Finland, where he has led the research strength area 'Education and Social Change' since 2007. As a prominent figure at the Finnish Institute for Educational Research (KTL), his work spans national and international educational development, focusing on equality, justice, and sustainability in education systems.

• Education: PhD in Social Policy (1995), Licentiate in History of Ideas (1991), MA in History (1984), BA in History (1980), all from the University of Jyväskylä.

Research Interests: Higher education policy, lifelong learning, social change, and the intersection of education with sustainability. His research contributes to systemic improvements in educational equity and global comparative studies.

Honours & Editorial Roles: Editor-in-Chief of Higher Education (2011-), Coordinating Editor of the same journal (2009-2011), and leadership roles in organizations like CHER and ASHE.

Consulting & Global Impact: He has advised governments (e.g., Ireland) and international bodies (World Bank, Council of Europe) on educational strategy and development.