The Evening Post | May 27

The daily edition of The Copenhagen Post for May 27

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May 27, 2013

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Free to speak, free to expose: how corruption shapes media freedom

In Denmark, journalism feels free — calm, almost unbothered, and independent. In Azerbaijan, it can cost journalists their freedom, as in the case of Avaz Zeynalli, editor-in-chief of the independent newspaper Xural, who is currently imprisoned on politically motivated charges
Danish scientist community subject to massive American interest

Uncertain times at universities in the US are causing increased interest in coming to Denmark among American scientists. In France, a university is offering ‘scientific asylum’.
Danish Originals S6E4: Henrik Rehr

In this episode, the award-winning Odense-born Danish cartoonist and graphic novelist Henrik Rehr revisits starting his comic shop and drawing studio Den Blå Bil in his hometown in Odense
“We need more than words”: INDE wants to be a new voice for internationals in Denmark

Elizabeth Williams Ørberg is president of INDE—Internationals in Denmark—a grassroots organization formed in response to the growing need for international voices in Danish society. In this interview, she discusses the organization’s origins, mission, and her own 20+ year journey as an international in Denmark.
“You don’t have to do it all on your own”: Ifeoma Okpala Aina of ProWoc on creating community and visibility for internationals in Denmark

Ifeoma Okpala Aina, President of ProWoc (Professional Women of Color), shares how the organization helped her build community, support other women, and push for greater visibility and inclusion in Denmark’s professional and social spheres.
Beyond difference: building a community in Denmark

The Brotherhood for Professionals of Color has spent 18 months creating safe spaces for connection, mentoring, and empowerment—without asking for more than respect

Connect club

Connect Club is your gateway to a vibrant programme of events and an international community in Denmark.

Career

This rural town in Denmark has a 17 percent international workforce — Here’s how

With a low unemployment rate and aging population, the municipality is actively recruiting workers from abroad to fill essential roles and support long-term growth
How international really is the leadership of the C25 companies?

The 25 largest publicly listed companies in Denmark, all represented under the C25 index, have shown a recurring trend among its leaders: about 33% of these companies’ Chief Executive Officers (CEOs) are internationals
The net migration of internationals from many countries is declining

Data analyst Kelly Rasmussen analyzes how internationals from different nationalities have varying retention rates in Denmark. Her calculations cover the last decades and show how people from wealthier democracies tend to leave more than others