In the morning of the 15th of April, Luckan Helsingfors was the scene of a seminar on a previously somewhat neglected – yet highly relevant, and increasingly visible – topic of exploitation of internationals in the workplace in Finland. The programme of the morning served to shatter the illusion that exploitation is a problem we…
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JobBuddies seeks mentees for autumn 2026
The JobBuddies mentorship program is now accepting applications for its final term starting in late August 2026. There will be two groups aimed at internationals with a background in either IT or teaching, respectively. The programme is open to both newcomers and those who have been living here for a while, and who have education…
How Four Women Turned a CIRKELN Match into Friendship
We caught up with a few of the “fun crafty ladies,” one of our fabulous Cirkeln groups. Ezgi, Sakshi and Marlene came for this interview after meeting nearly a year ago in May 2025 and are here to share a little about their experience. It started, as all Cirkeln groups start, by applying to the…
JobBuddies Seminar IV: How to Avoid Work Exploitation 15.4.2026
Finland’s labour market is often praised for its fairness and high standards. However, beneath the surface, a more complex and sometimes darker reality persists. For many international talents, the journey into the Finnish workforce can be paved with hidden risks and vulnerability to exploitation. How do we move from identifying the problem to implementing real…
JobBuddies seeks mentees for spring 2026
The JobBuddies mentorship program is now looking for more participants with an immigrant background for the next term starting in January–February 2026. The program is aimed at individuals interested in working within the following fields: IT, Healthcare (mainly nurses), and HoReCa (Hotel, Restaurant and Catering). The program is open to both newcomers and those who…
An exciting evening at the latest Cirkeln Mingle
We had a fantastic Cirkeln Mingle on 10.9. We welcomed all the new groups who had not yet had chance to meet each other yet. It was a great opportunity for participants to expand their social circles with a relaxed evening of interactive activities and games. It was a warm, cheerful and vibrant atmosphere full…
JobBuddies programme is looking for mentees for Autumn 2025
Are you an immigrant seeking guidance and connections in your professional field? Luckan’s JobBuddies Mentorship Program is now accepting applications for new mentees to join our Autumn 2025 mentorship groups! What is JobBuddies? JobBuddies is a mentorship program designed to support internationally trained professionals who are navigating the Finnish job market. Each group includes: Together, they form…
JobBuddies Breakfast Seminar 21.5.2025
On Wednesday, 21 May 2025 at 8.30 – 11.30 AM, the JobBuddies mentoring programme of Luckan Integration hosts its second breakfast seminar at the Luckan premises in Georgsgatan (Yrjönkatu) 27, Helsinki. We offer engaging discussions about aspects of employment of immigrants, with representatives from Remmi Työpalvelu Oy, the Ministry of Economic Affairs and Employment, Arcada University of…
A Successful Open Living Room goes Birdwatching Event Despite the Chill
We are thrilled to share that our Open Living Room goes birdwatching event that was held on 26.4 was a wonderful success, with an excellent turnout despite the chilly weather. The day was filled with excitement as participants enjoyed the opportunity to spot a stunning variety of bird species. In total, we identified 40 different…
JobBuddies Project Officially Launched
On Thursday, January 30, 2025, Luckan Integration hosted the Kick-off Seminar for the JobBuddies project. The event brought together mentees, mentors, project team and board members, as well as representatives from organizations focused on employment, recruiters, and other key stakeholders. It was both an official launch and a celebration of the two-and-a-half-year ESF+ project, featuring…
Cirkeln Social Mingles resumed this autumn!
On October 2nd, we hosted a Cirkeln social mingle, an event intended to bring together members of different Cirkeln groups who hadn’t yet met in person. It was an awesome evening where not only did people get to connect with their own group members, but also had the opportunity to network with others from other…
A word from our new CIRKELN coodinator!
Hi there! My name is Amanda, I was born and lived some of my life abroad before moving to my homeland. By the time I was a teenager I had visited all 5 continents in the world and knew how lucky I was to have the opportunity to travel and be exposed to a variety…