Julia Hsiao-Pei Liao

Julia is a senior event manager currently working at MyData Global as the Community and Operations Manager. She promotes human-centric personal data management on a global scale and advocates for more inclusive immigration services to support international talent in Finland.

Originally from Taiwan, Julia moved to Finland in 2017 to pursue a Master’s degree in Creative Sustainability at Aalto University. After experiencing challenges navigating the immigration system post-graduation, she launched the #ReformMigri petition. The initiative quickly gained traction among the international community and local organizations. In July 2020, she organized a panel discussion with the Finnish Immigration Service and experts. Her efforts were featured in a three-page article by Ilta-Sanomat, highlighting the systemic barriers faced by international professionals in Finland.