Julia Taranova

Explore the compelling journey of Julia Taranova in this TEDx talk from the University of St Andrews. Discover how Taranova, a doctoral researcher at the Russia Institute of King's College London, faced adversity when labeled as a foreign agent by Russia, leading to the closure of her project and her subsequent flight from the country. Learn about her extensive experience in designing and commissioning development programs in Russia, her efforts to promote higher education in social sciences, and her involvement in venture projects at the intersection of public policy and investment business. Gain insights into Taranova's work with Open Government in Moscow and her founding of the Social Sciences Lab in 2017, a non-profit organization dedicated to creating innovative educational programs in social sciences. This thought-provoking 18-minute talk offers a unique perspective on the challenges and opportunities in advancing social sciences education and public policy in complex political environments.

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