The Finland-Swedish culture has a long history. For instance, the national anthem of Finland, written as a poem by Johan Ludvig Runeberg in 1846, was originally composed in Swedish. The poem was later translated into Finnish during the late 19th century.Even Jean Sibelius, known for his composition Finlandia, had a Finland-Swedish background. Litteratur If you…
In Swedish In Finland
Before Moving to Finland – Video
Thinking of moving to Finland and wondering what to expect? This video gives you a clear and relaxed overview of life in Finland—how things work, what it’s like in Swedish-speaking communities, and what to consider before you arrive. Useful links mentioned in the video: fritid.fi – free time activities and associationskulturforum.fi – cultural events calendarIn…
Voices of Successful Swedish Integration
Hearing from others who have chosen to integrate in Swedish may help you with your thoughts. You can find more videos over on Youtube.To find out more about the book advertised in the videos visit In Swedish in Finland. First out is Allyana, a student who tried the Finnish integration path before switching. Dam Kah…
In Swedish in Finland–Финляндия по-шведски–På svenska i Finland
In Swedish in Finland This book is for you who are curious about the Swedish language and culture within the Finnish society. You’ll familiarise yourself with Finland as a Nordic Country, as well as with Finland’s common history with Sweden. One article presents studying in Swedish, while another talks about what it is like to…
Luckan Helsingfors
Luckan is a Finland-Swedish information and cultural center in the heart of Helsingfors. We have a broad variety of activities and services, cultural and social, to offer to all age groups. You can find our Facebook page with our events here. And our Instagram account here. Contact information: Luckan HelsingforsOpen: Weekdays 11-17 / Vardagar kl.…
Could Integrating In Swedish Be Something For You?
Finland, as you may already know, is a bilingual country, with Finnish and Swedish as its official languages. Approximately five percent of Finland’s population consider Swedish as their mother tongue, and they mostly live on Finland’s western and southern coast. In the Capital Region; Helsinki, Espoo, Vantaa, and Kauniainen, which are all bilingual, over 65,000…
Starter Guide
International House Helsinki International House Helsinki provides a wide range of information and public authority services to meet the needs of international newcomers in the Helsinki metropolitan area. The support you can get includes: 1A. Are You an EU Citizen? Register your right of residence EU citizens have the same rights as Finnish citizens to work,…
Presentations of the Municipalities
Helsingfors/Helsinki Welcome to Helsinki by the City of Helsinki. The website presents work-life balance, housing in Helsinki, daycare and schools, healthcare and social services, and getting around in the city. Moving to Helsinki by InfoFinland. Information on the website includes articles on living in Helsingfors, work and entrepreneurship, the two languages, Finnish and Swedish, and…
General Information about Finland
Welcome to Finland is an information pack for people moving to Finland, produced by the Ministry of Economic Affairs and Employment. The pack comes in 15 languages and is in two parts; one 80-page guide and one 8-page brochure. They have also put together a Coming to Finland from Abroad guide. International House Helsinki has…
Integration Training
When you move to Finland, employment services provide you with assistance for integration and employment. There are different services to help you settle, find work and learn the language. If your family members move to Finland with you, they may also be entitled to these services. The integration plan is an individual plan on how…