Author: Anna Britz

Anna is an Editor-in-Chief at the Alsace20 in Strasbourg, specializing in European topics. She is FCP participant from 2009. Previously Anna has worked for the French iTELE news channel. She is very interested in Finnish approach to design, creativity and economy. According to Anna, the arctic topics are never discussed in France which is why she would be extremely pleased to learn more about their economical, political and social implications. “7 years later, FCP remains one of the greatest experiences of my life, professionally speaking as well as personally! It was my first post studies experience and helped broaden my mind on so many levels.”

A brief resumé of Finland

For the newcomer to Finland, this day 1 of FCP 2016 could have been a perfect introduction to the art of Finnishness. For the 12 of us – some of us being here for the first time in 20, 18 or 7 years – we could finally catch up with the country and jump straight into it.

A short briefing with Kai Mykkänen, Minister for Foreign Trade and Development, updated us on current affairs with ...  (continue reading)

Seven years of friendship

August 1st, 7 years ago. I embarked on a plane to one of the most unforgettable journey of my life. I arrived in Helsinki straight out of a postgraduate journalism degree in Paris. I had experienced Finland many times as a tourist but knew nothing about life there, except for saunas, Santa, mosquitos and Moomins. It was my first post studies experience. Like a gateway to professional life. I had ...  (continue reading)