Pirjo Koivula
Finnish educator and policymaker known for her contributions to inclusive education and early intervention reforms
Pirjo Koivula is a Finnish educator and policymaker known for her contributions to inclusive education and early intervention reforms. She played a pivotal role in drafting Finland’s early intervention law, ensuring preventive support for students with diverse learning needs. For her groundbreaking work, she was knighted with the Order of the White Rose of Finland. Koivula serves as Counsellor of Education at the Finnish National Agency for Education and collaborates internationally on projects focused on special needs education and accessibility.