Immigrants
It is natural for us to combine knowledge, languages and cultures. Vaasa is the second most international city in Finland.
Services for immigrants
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Early childhood education for children of different linguistic and cultural backgrounds
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Integration services
We provide guidance and counselling for individuals and families granted international protection and those who have got a positive decision to the asylum application. Our services include individual and group counselling. The guidance and counselling continues until the so called calculated compensation period comes to an end.
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Interpretation and translation services
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Library services for immigrants
Library is a place where everyone is welcome. In the library, you can spend time and meet friends. You can also read and borrow books. It does not cost anything to use the library.
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Vaasa Reception Centre
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Welcome Office - Information and guidance for newcomers
Events
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Recreation & Sports
Shaolin Kung-fu practice, Seinäjoki
13.10.2022
– 12.12.2023
Tuesdays: Seinäjoki Lyceum gym, Kirkkokatu 7.Thursdays: budo gym at the swimming hall, Kirkkokatu 15.
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Conferences, Courses, Fairs & Seminars
Nätgrupp för närstående
9.5.2023
– 2.11.2023
Online participation possible.
Online event
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Conferences, Courses, Fairs & Seminars
Grupp för anhöriga till personer med ätstörning
10.5.2023
– 29.11.2023
Online participation possible.
Online event
Topical
News
10.8.2023
The city wants its residents to get involved in doing good deeds
The "Year of Good Deeds" is a happiness initiative created and implemented by the City of Vaasa to promote the happiness of people living in Vaasa and to spark...
4.8.2023
Apply to the Vaasa Multiculturalism Council by 31 August!
The Vaasa Multiculturalism Council is currently looking for members from multicultural backgrounds. The application will be open throughout August and closes on...
