“My name is Julia Dobos. Born in Budapest, I grew up in Bavaria and learned German as a second language as a child. From a very young age I experienced how cultural differences influence our communication, and how these can also harbor potential for conflict. I have lived in Spain and Ireland, which further expanded my linguistic and cultural horizons. When I began to teach German as a second language, I discovered my passion for teaching language, with all the challenges and successes this involves. I strengthened my practical knowledge during my studies in Intercultural Communication, German as a Second and Foreign Language and Spanish Studies. Recently I have been in charge of organizing language courses at various educational institutions, where I also focused on quality assurance.”