Meet Our Voices
Voices4Her
interview series
IWWOF Voices4Her celebrates the journeys of international women who have built their careers – and lives – in Finland. Each story shines a light on resilience, ambition, and the many paths to success.
Through personal interviews, our Voices4Her share the lessons, challenges, and “secret sauce” behind their growth. Their voices inspire others to dream bigger and show that thriving in Finland is possible.
Discover the women shaping change — and let their stories spark your own.
Julia Zhukova
Founder of Nerdsbay Entrepreneurship
IWWOF Award Winner 2026
When Julia Zhukova moved to Finland, the country still felt like “a mystery country somewhere in the north” to many international professionals. People knew about Sweden and Norway. Finland, despite its quality of life, strong public services and growing tech sector, was often less visible.