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Maja Rintala is a doctoral student at Umeå University, focusing on the role of communication in local environmental movements and organizations. Her ongoing dissertation project examines how non-governmental organizations (NGOs) that advocate for climate and environmental issues manage their internal communication and how this shapes their strategic approaches. Rintala aims to deepen the understanding of both the challenges and enablers of participation in democratic processes, particularly through the lens of media and communication. She has a background in strategic communication and has worked at various levels within civil society, including national, regional, and local contexts. Her research interests are closely aligned with issues related to strategic communication, organizations, civil society, and the climate transition.
Requirements are standard for Master's programs across Social Sciences and Humanities at Umeå. English 6 proficiency is the general rule.