Leadership Programme – Alumni Testimonials

Taru Kujanpaa

Head of HR Development, University of Jyväskylä

“It has been a privilege to participate in the HUMANE “Preparing for Strategic Leadership programme”. I greatly appreciated the opportunity to learn from such an inspiring group of colleagues from different institutions, and the residential programme in Rome was a particularly valuable experience. The programme has provided me with new perspectives, practical tools, and valuable reflections that I will continue to apply in my leadership work.

Thank you to Nadine, Cecilia as well as the HUMANE President and the Programme Steering Committee, for your excellent guidance, support, and commitment throughout the programme. I look forward to staying connected.”

Marcelle Moncrieffe-Newman

Chief People Office, City St Georges, University of London

“The HUMANE Senior Leadership programme was such an insightful experience, and I was honoured to spend time with such brilliant and generous participants – coming together from such diverse universities and perspectives across Europe felt like inclusion in action.

The programme provided invaluable global insights and the opportunity to learn from peers across member universities in 28 countries. My key takeaways: Higher education is being reshaped by global forces, including AI, climate change and demographic change; transformative and inclusive change requires more advanced leadership capabilities; expanding our professional networks globally strengthens international leadership perspectives.

The programme stretched my thinking, exposed me to global best practice, and reaffirmed how vital diverse leadership is to navigating the complex challenges facing higher education.

Thank you to Nadine, Cecilia, the programme chair, the faculty and contributors for helping us become better, more rounded leader leaders.“

Anke Diez

Head of Personnel Development and Training, Karslruhe Institute of Technology

“I would like to express my sincere gratitude for the excellent HUMANE Leadership Programme. In particular, the in-person sessions in Rome were a truly outstanding experience. The opportunity to exchange perspectives with participants from different backgrounds and to look beyond my own day-to-day environment provided valuable insights and inspiration. This broader perspective has been a significant benefit for me, both professionally and personally.

Thank you for the dedication, effort, and enthusiasm that the entire team invested in designing and delivering such a meaningful programme.”