Academic engagement is one of importants aspects of the project’s dissemination strategy. Through active participation in academic conferences, workshops, seminars, and scholarly events, the project contributes to international dialogue on higher education resilience, crisis response, and Ukraine’s recovery.
Here, we share news and updates about the project’s academic activities, including conference presentations, panel discussions, invited talks, and other forms of scholarly engagement. These activities support knowledge exchange, strengthen research collaboration, and ensure that project results reach relevant academic and policy-oriented audiences.
On June 26, 2025, Anatoli Bourmistrov and Veronika Vakulenko presented their paper “Education Against a lack/Shadow Economy: Comparative Analysis of Norway and Ukraine” at the CIGAR Conference in Athens.
The paper, developed within the framework of the TURBO project, explores the role of higher education in addressing the challenges of the shadow economy – particularly during times of societal crisis. Drawing on examples from Norway and Ukraine, the authors argue for a more comprehensive educational approach that not only promotes legal and ethical practices but also raises awareness of the risks and realities of economic crime, including white-collar offenses.
Their research highlights the need for educational systems to prepare future managers and professionals to navigate both the visible and hidden aspects of economic life, contributing to more transparent and resilient societies.