Before introducing myself professionally as the Founder of Intercultural Life, I would like to share a little of my personal journey.

I grew up in a strongly rooted monocultural family, where the idea of living abroad felt distant and unfamiliar. It was only at the age of 18 that I first stepped outside my home country. Since then, living and working in different places has become a natural part of my life. From Hungary, my path has taken me to Portugal, the Netherlands, Malaysia, Hong Kong, the United Kingdom, and now Italy.

Today, I am part of a multicultural family with my Italian husband and our trilingual son. Balancing dual careers and adapting to new environments as a family has brought both opportunities and challenges. Over time, I have learned that there is always a way forward—especially when families take the time to reflect, plan, and support one another.

My doctoral research focused on the experiences of global families and how they support each other during times of transition and uncertainty. One of the strongest messages from this work is that the family—whether nuclear or extended—often becomes the central priority in times of crisis and an essential source of stability.

In this field, there are many important questions to explore. My current research focuses on emerging themes such as whether forms of expatriate privilege exist, and how global careers are evolving in response to major shifts such as the COVID-19 pandemic and the rapid development of artificial intelligence.

These changes make it essential for practical support systems to respond to the realities of today’s world. At the same time, one principle remains constant: when we speak about global mobility and international careers, the family context cannot be treated as secondary. A strong family approach is essential.

Whether working with individuals, families, or organisations, my work is guided by the belief that sustainable global careers and successful international assignments depend on the stability and wellbeing of the family. For this reason, the family perspective is not an additional element—it is at the centre of the approach.