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Accessibility and diversity of culture The Ministry of Education and Culture aims to provide linguistic and cultural minorities, persons with disabilities and other special groups with opportunities to participate in culture and express their crea...https://okm.fi/en/accessibility-and-diversity-of-culture
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In September 2024, the Ministry of Education and Culture began monitoring the measures outlined in the action plan to promote diversity in the field of arts and culture, which was published in 2023. The Ministry has focused particularly on a cultural policy report, the promotion of constructive dialogue and the development of government grant activities from the perspective of cultural diversity. Strengthen...https://okm.fi/en/-/the-ministry-of-education-and-culture-s-measures-to-promote-cultural-diversity-in-2023-2024
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Equality, non-discrimination and diversity among teaching and research staff in higher education institutions The KOTAMO project examined how equality, non-discrimination and diversity among staff members can be promoted in Finnish higher educatio...https://okm.fi/en/project-kotamo
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Culture, physical activity and youth work facilitate integration Cultural services, public libraries, activities for young people and sports activities make it easier to integrate into the society. Participation in such activities provides an easy...https://okm.fi/en/culture-physical-activity-and-youth-work
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7.10.2025 | Finnish teachers in lower secondary education enjoy their work, but they are experiencing more stress than before. In Finland, the share of teachers considering a career change has increased, although it remains similar to the OECD average. Trust among colleagues is strong, and collaboration between teachers has grown.https://okm.fi/en/-/talis-2024-lower-secondary-teachers-are-satisfied-with-their-work-increasing-diversity-in-schools-challenges-teachers-to-learn-new-skills
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Policies concerning libraries Libraries provide all Finns with equal access to information and culture. The Ministry of Education and Culture is responsible for the national library policy in Finland. The Ministry aims to ensure that library and i...https://okm.fi/en/policies-libraries
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EU and international cooperation in arts and culture The Ministry of Education and Culture is responsible for international cultural policy and participates in its development and implementation in international organisations and the European Unio...https://okm.fi/en/EU-and-international-cooperation-culture
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Strengthening the basic skills and language of instruction of pupils with a migrant background The aim is to ensure that pupils who have recently moved to Finland have the capabilities to pursue further studies. The action plan will look for solut...https://okm.fi/en/strengthening-the-basic-skills-and-language-of-instruction-of-pupils-with-a-migrant-background
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Cultural Heritage Strategy The Government resolution for the Cultural Heritage Strategy emphasises the importance of cultural heritage in different sectors of society as a resource for future sustainable solutions. The key values of the strategy a...https://okm.fi/en/culturalheritagestrategy
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Completed projects and programmes Extension of compulsory education The minimum school leaving age will be raised to 18 years. Extension of compulsory education Preparing the Programme to Develop Quality and Equality in Vocational Education and Tr...https://okm.fi/en/completed-project-and-reforms
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EU and international cooperation in arts and culture The Ministry of Education and Culture is responsible for international cultural policy and participates in its development and implementation in international organisations and the European Unio...https://okm.fi/en/eu-and-international-cooperation-culture
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Culture Finland’s cultural policy comprises the different sectors of arts and culture, museums, cultural heritage, libraries, cultural exports and creative work. Arts and culture are supported by both central and local government. The Ministry of ...https://okm.fi/en/culture
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United Nations The United Nations (UN) works for human rights, equality, social rights, tolerance and peace. Finland became a member in 1955. The implementation of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and the achievement of its goals are to...https://okm.fi/en/un-and-unesco
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Culture for children Arts and cultural education fosters creativity, open-mindedness and optimism, which are essential for social progress. It also strengthens children's and young people's ability to see the world from the perspective of others. ...https://okm.fi/en/culture-for-children
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Teaching and Learning International Survey – TALIS 2024 – is the OECD’s largest international study concerning teachers and principals/leaders. Finland is participating in TALIS for the third time. In Finland, the national implementation of the study is managed by the Finnish Institute for Educational Research at the University of Jyväskylä. The study is coordinated in Finland by the Ministry of Education and Culture.https://okm.fi/en/project?tunnus=OKM053:00/2025
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Performing arts in Finland The Ministry of Education and Culture is responsible for developing the Finnish performing arts sector, drafting the legislati on concerning it, and managing budget appropriations to theatre, dance, circus, and performan...https://okm.fi/en/performing-arts
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The European Capital of Culture 2026 Based on a recommendation given by a European panel of experts, the Ministry of Education and Culture designated the City of Oulu as a 2026 European Capital of Culture. The other Capital of Culture in 2026 will...https://okm.fi/en/capitalofculture2026
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Press releases RSS (Opens New Window) (Opens New Window) Evaluation of National World Heritage Strategy: successful implementation, impact needs to grow Type: Press release Publication date: 23.4.2026 10.06 Finland to limit participation in Venice...https://okm.fi/en/press-releases-and-news
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4.3.2026 | The 2026 Finnish State Award for Foreign Translators has been presented to the distinguished Danish translator Siri Nordborg Møller (b. 1981), whose work has greatly broadened the international visibility of Finnish literature. The EUR 15,000 award has been granted annually since 1975 by the Ministry of Education and Culture based on a proposal from FILI – Finnish Literature Exchange.https://okm.fi/en/-/siri-nordborg-m-ller-wins-finnish-state-award-for-foreign-translators
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12.3.2026 | EU-CELAC HEALTH WORKING GROUP 11.3.2026 Countries involved Co-leading: Guatemala, Portugal and Spain CELAC: Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Costa Rica, Colombia, Cuba, Ecuador, El Salvador, Guatemala, Guyana, Mexico, Panama, Paraguay, Trinidad and Tobag...https://okm.fi/documents/1410845/257731020/2.%20EU-CELAC%20RI%20cooperation_Health_JK_CGG.pdf/e012d7e9-90e2-7af3-d35a-f1d520aef85b?t=1773296813897