Associations
On this page, you will find information about associations operating in Pori and Satakunta that help people who have moved to Pori settle into the area.
These associations offer support and opportunities in many areas. You can get support for language learning and leisure activities, among other things. You can also find support for starting and developing your own business. If you are interested in volunteer work or networking, these communities offer an excellent way to get involved in local activities and meet new people.
There are also friendship associations from different countries that organize various cultural and leisure events. Through these, you can meet new people and build a sense of community in Pori.
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| International Professionals Finland ry | ||
| Providing a support network and tailored guidance to help international professionals in Finland overcome barriers, utilize their skills, and build meaningful careers. | ||
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| Satakunnan Monikulttuuriyhdistys ry | ||
| The Multicultural Association maintains an open International meeting place for everyone, located in the center of Pori. Various events, activities, and courses are organized in the international meeting place, and opportunities for voluntary work are offered. SMY is a religiously and politically non-aligned association. | ||
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| Pori Entrepreneurship Society ry | ||
| Pori Entrepreneurship Society supports people from the Satakunta region in networking, learning, developing business thinking, and realizing ideas into ventures. | ||
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| Porin seudun Suomi-Viro-seura | ||
| SVYL is a national non-governmental organization that aims to deepen relations between Finland and Estonia. Become a member and get involved by joining one of the association’s approximately 20 member associations! | ||
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| Porin Suomi-Amerikka yhdistys ry | ||
| SAM brings together friends of the United States and acts as a bridge between Finland and the United States. SAM’s activities enrich the lives of those involved. SAM creates meaningful encounters and builds value-added networks between people in Finland and the United States. | ||
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| Satakunnan Suomi-Unkari Seura ry | ||
| Finland-Hungary actively promotes cooperation between Finns and Hungarians in various professional and recreational fields and on a personal level. Individual members belong to the association in different parts of the country. | ||
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| Suomi-Bulgaria-Seuran Porin Seudun osasto ry | ||
| The Finland-Bulgaria Society was founded in 1952. It promotes awareness of Bulgaria, its life and culture among Finns, and fosters good relations and cultural exchange between Finland and Bulgaria. | ||
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| Porin Suomi–Kreikka-yhdistys ry | ||
| The association brings various cultural events from Greece to Finland. It organizes cultural events, seminars, and courses on themes from different eras, promotes the teaching of Greek in Finland, and maintains contact with the authorities in Finland and Greece. | ||
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| Satakunnan Suomi-Venäjä-seura ry | ||
| The Satakunta Finland-Russia Society is a non-governmental organization open to everyone, operating throughout the Satakunta region. The association organizes exhibitions on various topics in cooperation with libraries in the Satakunta region. We also organize film screenings, lectures, and excursions, and we support the study of Russian with scholarships. Finno-Ugric cooperation is part of our activities. | ||
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| Cercle français de Pori ry | ||
| The purpose of Cercle français de Pori ry is to serve as a link between enthusiasts of the French language and culture, to promote the speaking and knowledge of French, to foster friendly relations between Finland and France, and to preserve the cultural values associated with these. The association strives to achieve its purpose by organizing various events, such as evening gatherings, presentations, lectures, and trips. | ||
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| Sri Lankan Association in Pori ry | ||
| The association’s goal is to awaken, maintain, and promote interest in Sri Lankan art, culture, sports, and festivals in the Pori region. | ||
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| Inspiraatio Suomi-Ukraina ry | ||
| The cultural, social, and charitable association organizes concerts and events showcasing Ukrainian traditions and culture. The association also participates in charitable projects to help Ukraine. | ||
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| Satakunnan hazaroiden kulttuuriyhdistys ry | ||
| The Hazara Cultural Association supports the preservation and integration of Hazara culture in Finland. We offer our community a safe space to cherish traditions and promote multicultural understanding. | ||