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Celebrating Cultural Diversity: An Interview with Vanitsri Tirkkonen
Vanitsri Tirkkonen is the founder and chairwoman of The Finnish Thai Association ry and the executive director of Almesrah ry, which promotes cultural exchange and aids the Thai community in Finland. Her organization, ALMESRAH, represents life stages and personal experiences. Vanitsri leads efforts to help Thais adapt to Nordic life and supports Asian SMEs in Finland. Her main event, Sawasdee Thailand and Asian Friendship
Expanding Your Social Circle with Luckan Integration
LUCKAN INTEGRATION is a part of LUCKAN, a prominent Finland-Swedish Information and Culture Centre that gives information about Swedish services and about the Finland-Swedish community: As we know in Finland there are two official languages, Finnish and Swedish. Therefore it makes sense that people would be able to use both languages and also to receive information in both languages, including integration programs for foreigners as well. Here we talk about a center whose serv
Forest Minds Walk with Jeanette Srabonian
Meet the new members of Foreigners in Finland and join us for the FIF Community Forest Minds Walk, a uniquely engaging and relaxed event where the serene beauty of Finnish nature harmoniously meets the spirit of curiosity! This delightful stroll through the lush landscapes of Lauttasaari to immerse yourself in the great outdoors but also a chance to connect with fellow nature enthusiasts who share your passion for the environment. As you wander along the winding paths, you w
More Than a Room: Inside Koivukylä’s Asukastila—Your Shared Living Room
community space cafe. Photo by Koivukylä asukastila. In the heart of Koivukylä, Vantaa, there is a place where loneliness dissolves into conversation, where the smell of free coffee mixes with the sound of children playing, and where immigrants, long-time residents, and local organizations come together as neighbors. It is officially called a "Community Space," but those who use it have a warmer name for it: our shared living room. What is a Community Space? Maintained by the
When the forest answers- Jeanette Srabonian
Join Jeanette on her transformative journey in Finland, where the enchanting forests become her sanctuary. Raised in a multicultural family, she seeks her identity through the Finnish language and culture.
The Power of Music: Fardoos' Journey of Integration in Finland
Fardoos is a dedicated advocate for immigrants in Finland, combining professional expertise with cultural engagement. At Vamos Diakonissalaitos, she assists young foreigners in adapting and finding growth opportunities, leveraging her social services background and interpretation degree from Diak University of Applied Sciences to bridge linguistic and cultural gaps. She is also a passionate singer and leader of the Haneen Suomi Choir.
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