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Curious about what’s happening at Luckan Integration this month? Our October newsletter is here, packed with exciting updates, upcoming events, and a special behind-the-scenes look at how companies approach recruitment, highlighted in our JobBuddies Breakfast Seminar III. You’ll also discover…

On Wednesday, October 1st, our Open Living Room community enjoyed a wonderful mushroom-picking trip in Mustavuori, Helsinki. What a perfect autumn day it was! Some of us returned with baskets full of forest treasures, others found just a few, but…

On 16th September, Luckan hosted the LinkedIn Crash Course with recruiter & HR expert Viivi Marttinen, bringing together an engaged audience eager to enhance their LinkedIn profiles and gain practical tips for networking and job searching. Participants left with clear…

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…

On September 3rd, we gathered to celebrate the FIKA mentorship program Spring 2025 cohort. It was such a joy to welcome our participants, who spent the past six months learning and growing together, as well as new friends curious about…

First, a big thank you to everyone who joined and engaged with our programs and activities in August. Your participation and enthusiasm make our community thrive, and we’re grateful to have you with us. This month we’re bringing you even…

This August, we are offering a variety of activities to help you connect, learn, and grow, from career and job search workshops to community gatherings and networking opportunities. If you’re preparing for language proficiency tests, don’t miss our info session…

To wrap up our spring/summer activities, we had an amazing Open Living Room goes Midsummer picnic! Huge thanks to everyone who joined us and brought such delicious dishes to share in our multicultural potluck. Your contributions made the day so…

As we wrap up a vibrant and eventful spring, we want to take a moment to express our heartfelt thanks to each one of you who has attended and engaged in our events this season, whether it was a social…

We would like to thank everyone who joined us for the FIKA closing event and storytelling session 7.5! It was an inspiring and uplifting gathering as we listened to the impactful stories shared by participants from the autumn 2024 cohort.…

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…

A recent report by the think tank Magma has sparked a discussion about the Finnish government’s goal of having 5–10% of immigrants integrate in Swedish. While the objective aims to foster smoother integration and social cohesion, the report raises concerns…

Career Moves, Birdwatching, Stand-Up Comedy in Swedish, and So Much More Lined Up for You This April! Last month on 27.3, Viivi Marttinen’s LinkedIn workshop was a great success! Participants gained practical tips on how to strengthen their LinkedIn presence,…

From March, Luckan Helsingfors premises will undergo renovations. Between March 17th to April 18th, guidance sessions will be available online. Despite the renovations, we’re still offering a range of events to support you, whether it’s career & job search workshops, community &…

On Wednesday 19.2, we had Open Living Room goes Board Games which was held in collaboration with Porvoon Pöytäpeli Yhdistys. We enjoyed a variety of games, and the atmosphere was fantastic! Participants came from different countries, including Morocco, France, the…

Last month’s Cirkeln mingle brought together a fantastic group of people for an evening of inspiring conversations and new connections. Thank you to everyone who joined us—it was great to see people from different backgrounds come together! We look forward…

As we start this fresh chapter, we hope you had the chance to unwind, reflect on the year gone by, and enjoy meaningful moments with loved ones. Here at Luckan Integration, we look forward to yet another year full of exciting collaborations…

As the year draws to a close, we want to take a moment to thank you for your continued engagement with our services. Whether you’re celebrating festive holidays, enjoying quiet moments, or simply reflecting on the year past, we hope…

The Luckan Integration team has participated in the Integration 2024 event (14.11-15.11), a national platform that brought together actors from different regions and organisations working towards the crucial goal of promoting integration for immigrants and refugees. The event provided us…

On Wednesday 6.11 we celebrated Svenska Dagen at Luckan with an evening that was truly uplifting—filled with laughter, music, and a fascinating quiz on Swedish-speaking traditions, places, historical figures, and cultural heritage. Special thanks to Gustav Klingstedt from Visans Vänner…

In the podcast, they explore the multifaceted aspects of the integration process in Finland. Where they talk to people who have moved here and managed to adapt to Finnish society, as well as experts in the social sector who provide…

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…

On Thursday 19 September, Luckan Integration participated in a breakfast meeting organised by its partner Remmi Työpalvelu Oy for employers, jobseekers, and other stakeholders at Neste’s head office in Espoo. The event attracted an audience of almost 80 people. The…

My name is Amanda, I was born in South Africa to English parents and grew up in the leafy, southern countryside of Buckinghamshire, England. Although I have a Polish surname, I am yet to visit my Polish grandfather’s homeland! By…

This month, we are hosting a few job search related workshops, social programs and networking activities. If you are looking to improve or work on your Cv then you can’t miss our Collaborative CV workshop. You can read it all in the latest newsletter…

On 4th Sept the bird-watching event was a wonderful success, with great weather, enthusiastic participants and decent sightings. It was an enjoyable experience for all, bringing together nature lovers and deepening our appreciation for our feathered friends. Thank you to…

On August 12th, we organised our traditional and very popular Swedish Opportunities in the Capital Region event. 14 different organisations presented their services facilitating integration in Swedish. From language courses of different forms, to help with finding a job or…

Luckan crew will be closed from 1.7 and back on 5.8.2024. In August, Luckan Integration will be hosting a few workshops and job search related activities. For example, applications for Peer Support Group for international Jobseekers in English and Russian groups for Autumn are open. FIKA…

Helsinki Summer University offers Swedish language courses ranging from beginner to advanced levels. If you are planning to learn Swedish or brush up on your skills, there is still several courses with available spots for a fee. More information and…

In June, we will be hosting a few workshops and fun activities. For example, Open Living Room goes Midsummer! You can’t miss it. You can read the latest newsletter here.  Sign up to our monthly newsletter  here to get the latest updates. Also this season, we’re celebrating…

On 15th May we hosted a Welcome event at Luckan Integration in collaboration with 17 other organisations that are working with Swedish Integration like Helsingfors Arbis that presented about SFI the Swedish integration course, Akan Borgå folkakademi on their project…

Luckan Cirkeln has recently hosted three different Cirkeln groups for an evening of mingling and social networking. The mingles are part of Luckan Integration‘s ongoing efforts to foster community and create opportunities for newcomers and locals to connect in meaningful…

“Wow, those munkkis were amazing! I lost count of how many I devoured. If anyone missed out, it’s my fault!” This comment was just one of many from our recent event. We gathered to celebrate Valborg or May Day with…

This month, we will be hosting a few workshops and fun activities. For example, the info event in English about Swedish opportunities in the Capital Region. If you have integrated or considering Swedish Integration in Finland then you can’t miss this one. Read the latest newsletter here. …

Last week, part of the Luckan Integration Team that has also integrated in Swedish in Finland had the pleasure to share their thoughts and experiences on Swedish Integration on Yle News. You can read the article and watch the video…

From applications, interviews to matching suitable pairs. The FIKA mentor pairs for spring 2024 finally got to meet! The coordinators watched on with satisfaction during the kick-off event at the instant connections. Smiles exchanged, conversations flowed effortlessly, and it was…

This week, when we painted together as a team-building activity, it wasn’t just about making art. It was about building connections, starting conversations, and unlocking hidden potential. In a world where team-building activities often centre on trust falls and awkward…

In April, we will be hosting a few workshops focused on strengthening job searching skills and you can book a free Guidance session with our counsellors to discuss different matters concerning integration. We also have fun activities like Open Living Room goes Valborg!  You can read…

Spring is proof that there is beauty in new beginnings. This March, we are hosting quite a few workshops focused on strengthening job searching skills. We are also hosting events like Community Dialogue on Antiracism. You don’t want to miss this one! Additionally,…

This February there are quite a few workshops focusing on strengthening job searching skills, and applications for mentees for the FIKA mentorship program is now open. You can read about it and more in our latest newsletter here and you can also try our monthly newsletter by signing…

At the end of October, we hosted another Open Living Room event in Borgå. This time our guest was art therapist Merel Baeyens, who chose to pursue art therapy after graduating as a graphic designer from the university. During the…

My name is Nanny, and my journey to becoming a FIKA coordinator on this team has been quite unexpected. I’ve spent the majority of my life working in humanitarian aid and development assistance. However, a serious stroke led me to…

It was a pleasure for us to participate in Career Bootcamp in Espoo, a well-organized event by Espoo Talent Hub. We introduced our many services, that can be valuable for participants in their job search and integration in Finland. The participants showed…

There are a lot of Swedish language courses starting up soon, so we felt the need to list them for you. Additional Swedish courses can be found: