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Familia organises different club and workshop activities, where you can get to know new people and learn new things. In Familia's various clubs and workshops you can practice your language skills, get to know cuisines or experience new cultures. We organize clubs and workshops together with our volunteers based on their interests. Feel free to suggest us new activities!
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Upcoming clubs and workshops:
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BELINGUAL LANGUAGE CLUBS
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Belingual language clubs are volunteer-led clubs where families with under school-aged children, who speak the same language as one of your home languages come together to play, sing, craft and have fun. The clubs support children's language and identity development and give families an opportunity to experience their language and culture in a community. The clubs meet every two week for two hours.
We currently have 24 clubs in 18 different languages across Helsinki, Espoo,Tampere and Oulu. Click here for the club schedule and registration. |
Anti-Racist Storytelling & Drama Workshops for Children
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Our anti-racist workshops are storytelling- and drama-based sessions where children explore empathy, inclusion, and diversity in an age-appropriate and engaging way. Through stories, role-play, and guided drama activities, children reflect on emotions, fairness, and belonging in a safe and supportive environment.
We offer two workshops:
Workshops can be booked for early childhood education, schools, clubs, and other child-focused activities. We also organise open workshops for children throughout the year. Bookings and enquiries: [email protected] or by filling the request form. The next workshop will take place on 29 August. You can register through this form. |
Let’s Understand Together – Anti-Racist Workshop for Parents
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This workshop supports parents in raising children who feel confident in their identity and prepared to face racism and discrimination. It offers practical tools for talking with children about racism, strengthening emotional resilience, and supporting children’s cultural identity development.
The workshop usually takes place in two parts. The first session is held on one day, and the second session follows a few months later, giving parents time to reflect on the themes and experiences discussed. If needed, the workshop can also be arranged as a single session upon request. The workshop can be organised in person, online, or self study for parent groups, organisations, schools, or communities. If you would like to organise the workshop, please fill in the request form. If you have specific needs or would like to discuss a different format, please contact us at [email protected]. The next online workshop will take place on 30 May. You can register through this form. |
women's workshop series
At Familia, we organize workshops for women with diverse cultural backgrounds and those in intercultural families. These workshops are designed as welcoming spaces where women can learn practical skills, share knowledge, and connect with others in a relaxed and supportive environment.
Each session is led by women who bring their own experience, skills, and passions, creating opportunities for peer learning and meaningful exchange. Topics may include digital skills and personal branding, career and job seeking skills, creative and practical every day skills, etc.
Our workshops are:
Each session is led by women who bring their own experience, skills, and passions, creating opportunities for peer learning and meaningful exchange. Topics may include digital skills and personal branding, career and job seeking skills, creative and practical every day skills, etc.
Our workshops are:
- Interactive and hands-on
- Focused on practical skills and everyday topics
- Open to all levels! no previous experience needed
- A space to meet others, exchange ideas, and feel inspired
PAST WORKSHOPSWe have already hosted a range of workshops, including:
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upcoming workshopsWe continue to organize new workshops on a monthly basis.
May workshop: to be announced soon |
pop-up workshop spring series
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ENTRESSE LIBRARY
When: Every second Wednesday
Dates: 18.3.-27.5 from 15.00-16.30 Place: Siltakatu 11, Espoo LIPPULAIVA LIBRARY
When: Last 2 Thursdays of the month
Dates: 23.4., 30.4., 21.5., & 28.5 from 16.00-17.30 Place: Espoonlahdenkatu 8, Espoo |
SELLO LIBRARY
When: Once a month Tuesdays
Dates: 24.3., 21.4. & 19.5. from 15.00-16.30 Place: Leppävaarankatu 9, Espoo TIKKURILA LIBRARY
When: Thursdays
Dates: 16.4., 30.4., 28.5., & 4.6. from 16.00-17.30 Place: Lummetie 4, Vantaa |
TAPIOLA LIBRARY
When: Once a month Thursdays
Dates: 26.3., 9.4. & 21.5. from 17.00-18.30 Place: Kuulturiaukio 2, Espoo MARTINLAAKSO LIBRARY
When: Mondays
Dates: 30.3., 13.4., 27.4., 11.5., 25.5., & 8.6. from 17.00-18.30 Place: Laajaniityntie 3, Vantaa |
ISO OMENA LIBRARY
When: Once a month Mondays
Dates: 13.4., 11.5. & 8.6. from 15.00-16.30 Place: Suomenlahdentie 1, Espoo, |
WHAT ARE THE POP-UP ART WORKSHOPS
Pop-up art workshops are free arts & crafts activities for families, where children can create together with their parents and parents can meet other families in a relaxed, welcoming space. Expect fun , interactive themes with creative surprises! These workshops are free of cost, and all families are welcome
WHO CAN TAKE PART?
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The activities are open to anyone looking to meet great people and learn new things. The activities are free of charge and primarily intended for Familia members. The annual membership fee is 25 euros for adults and 10 euros for children (under 16 years). If you are not yet a member, you are welcome to come and check out our activities and decide later whether you wish to join the association. Some of our events are also open to anyone who is interested.
HOW DO I SIGN UP? Advance registration is required for some of the clubs and groups. More information about registration is found next to each individual club or group description. WHERE? Unless otherwise stated, the events are held in the Familia premises. All groups meet at Familia’s premises in Haapaniemenkatu 7-9 B (10th floor), 00530 Helsinki, which is also the departure point for excursions. Children are welcome to participate along with their parents. The excursions are made on foot or using public transportation (bus, tram or metro). All transportation fees are paid by the participants themselves. |
WANT TO CREATE YOUR OWN CLUB?
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Do you have an idea for a club or workshop that doesn't exist yet at Familia? Why don't you become a volunteer and make it happen!
At Familia we are happy to help you develop your idea and will support you in your volunteer journey. To become a volunteer today head over to our volunteering page to learn more and sign up. Belingual Language Clubs: We currently have clubs in 8 languages, but if yo cannot find one in your family's langauge, in a location that works for you, we would love to start a club with you. We provide training, materials, help with logisitics, manage registrations and marketing and limk you up with 2-3 other volunteers so you do not have to run the club yourself. Click here for more information. |
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