Presentation of Research at the Paloma Research Network by Dr. Jenny Skrifvars and Hedayat Selim
On 15 May 2025, two researchers from the Psych-AID network, Dr. Jenny Skrifvars and Hedayat Selim had the opportunity to present their research studies within the theme “The psychology of asylum interviewing and decision-making: Findings from Finland” at the May seminar of the PALOMA research network, hosted at the Finnish Institute for Health and Welfare (THL).
Dr. Skrifvars presented the results of a recent training program she delivered to asylum interviewers and a survey study involving interviewers, interpreters, and asylum applicants. Also, Hedayat discussed the current issues in asylum interviewing and decision-making in Finland, focusing primarily on cases based on sexual orientation.
The presentations sparked thought-provoking questions and discussions about practitioner-researcher collaborations in the field of asylum decision-making, the role of training in promoting evidence-based practices, and appropriate interviewing techniques with vulnerable asylum applicants.
The PALOMA Research Network is a nationwide network that gathers researchers working with cultural diversity and mental health in Finland. More information here.
See the slides of the presentations below.
Dr. Jenny Skrifvars’ slide
Hedayat Selim’s Slide below:
