Democracy Recognition awarded to task force on multilingual COVID-19 communications – MEAE involved in the group
The 2021 Democracy Recognition was granted to the task force on multilingual and multichannel COVID-19 communications, which the Finnish Institute for Health and Welfare (THL) started in March 2020. The Ministry of Economic Affairs and Employment (MEAE) has been working in the task force to develop COVID-19 communications so that correct information reach everyone who lives in Finland as extensively and effectively as possible.
Glossary of integration harmonises the use of concepts related to integration services
A glossary on integration, published by the Ministry of Economic Affairs and Employment, harmonises the use of concepts related to integration, equality and discrimination. The new glossary emphasises equality and immigrants’ active role. Instead of kotouttaminen, the glossary recommends the use of kotoutumisen edistäminen.
Pirjo Jantunen appointed Clean Energy Ambassador to IEA’s technology programme
Pirjo Jantunen, Business Development Manager at Helen Oy, was appointed Finland’s Clean Energy Ambassador to International Energy Agency’s (IEA) Clean Energy Education and Empowerment (C3E) technology programme on 8 March 2021. International energy ambassadors serve as frontrunners making the energy sector more equal and as role models for women leaders of the next generation.
Nordic conference to share good practices for improving employment of people with disabilities
Facilitating the employment of persons with disabilities will be the focus of a virtual Nordic conference on Thursday 9 December. The conference will highlight new kinds of intermediate labour markets and successful experiences of employing people with disabilities through social enterprises. The agenda also includes good practices for supporting work ability for people with disabilities at workplaces.
Talent Boost Summit highlights importance of diversity for the success of companies and Finland
The Talent Boost Summit, which will be held at the end of October, will draw attention to the role of diverse work communities for business activities and the importance of international talents for Finland’s growth and competitiveness. Employers and employees will also be able to meet at the event.
