Torunn Gjelsvik from Oslo, Norway, is the Secretary General of ICDE - International Council for Open and Distance Education. With specialization in open, flexible, distance and online learning, Torunn is a strong advocate for inclusive, scalable and sustainable education and lifelong learning opportunities for all.
Gjelsvik holds a Masters’ degree in Nordic languages and literature, and her education background includes French, History, Management and Strategic communication. She started working with development of distance and online education in 2000, and has held various national and international leadership positions within the field.
Gjelsvik’s international experience covers advocacy, policy advice, international networks and partnerships, global events and cross-country project management related to the global field of open, flexible, distance and online education. She is often seen as a speaker or panelist at international education conferences around the globe.

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