Country: Finland
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LGBTIQ organisations included in the new Equality and Non-discrimination Advisory Board of HelsinkiThe new Equality and Non-discrimination Advisory Board of Helsinki began its work in September 2025, replacing the previous Equality and Non-Discrimination Commission. The purpose of the new Advisory Board is […] 
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Internal survey on Pride partnership and the visibility of LGBTIQ themesThe City of Helsinki has been a main partner of the Helsinki Pride Week since 2020. One of the goals of the partnership is to enhance and make more visible […] 
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Creating safer spaces for queer youthThe City of Helsinki conducts participatory budgeting which allows residents to make proposals and vote on the allocation of several million euros. A proposal to provide safer spaces and activities […] 
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Renewed partnership with Helsinki Pride and new Pride initiativesThe City of Helsinki renewed its commitment as a main partner of Helsinki Pride for the years 2024-2026. The City has been a main partner since 2000. This year, the […] 
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Educational materials pack supports teachers in discussing LGBTIQ topicsIn 2023, workshops on diversity of gender and sexual orientation were organized in all schools of Helsinki in grades 6-9. The goal of the workshops was to enable a better […] 
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City of Helsinki Sports Services and Youth Services join forces to provide LGBTIQ-friendly sports opportunitiesCity of Helsinki Sports Services and Youth Services have joined forces to provide LGBTIQ-friendly sports groups and opportunities for young people belonging to LGBTIQ minorities as they may face physical […] 
