We are piloting a new programme! It is tailored to ease your settling-in process based on your own integration goals. Language of the programme is English, and all the activities are free of charge.
Are you ready to take next steps for your settling in Turku and Finland? Are you committed in developing new skills and achieving your integration goals in an encouraging environment? Are you looking for a network of other internationals and locals to support your integration journey?
If the answer is yes, join International House Turku’s new Training Programme!
The training programme lasts from September to December in the Autumn 2023 and from January to April in the spring 2024.
The programme consists of a variety of activities such as
Individual (1:1) and group coaching
Workshops
Events & group activities
Strengthening Finnish language skills through leisure activities and learning by doing
Each month includes three weeks of activities, and each week has a specific theme related to integration. The themes for every 3 weeks are:
Finnish culture and language
Life in Turku
Working life
During the programme you will get assisted by a professional coach, experience specialists and experts in different fields of integration.
When you register, you will be also invited to closed Facebook group for more information and materials.
WELCOME TO TURKU PROGRAMME INCLUDES
Once you sign up for our Welcome to Turku programme, feel welcome to join all activities you find relevant to your integration to Turku. It is not mandatory to participate in all the activities, however, to get the most out of the programme we recommend you try out each activity and participate on a weekly basis.
Coaching is a customer- and goal-oriented process. Generally, coaching is a tool that is being used throughout the Welcome to Turku programme’s activities to assist the participants of the programme towards their own integration goals.
During the programme you also have an opportunity to book 1:1 coaching sessions that focus on your individual needs, challenges and goals. In individual coaching, the coach helps you draw up a plan, gives feedback and keeps you focused and responsible for your commitments. The 1:1 coaching sessions can be booked from the coach directly once you have signed up for the programme.
Sessions are led by a professional coach Deeana Lehtinen, who is specialized in integration.
Contact Deeana Lehtinen to book a 1:1 coaching session via email: deeana.lehtinen@turku.fi
The workshop starts with an orientation lecture and discussion led by an expert of the processed topic and is followed by reflective exercises and group discussions. Successfully integrated internationals share their experiences, tips and tricks on that topic.
To get the most out of the programme, we suggest you to join the thematic workshops weekly.
Location: International House Turku Hub (Linnankatu 31). Date: Weekly on Tuesdays Time: 10 am – 2 pm
At this practice group you can develop your Finnish language skills with your peers in a chatty and relaxed environment! The participants will be divided into groups based on their level of the Finnish language. The topics discussed each week follow the weekly themes of the Welcome to Turku programme – Finnish culture and language (first week), Life in Turku (second week), Working life (third week).
Location: International House Turku Hub (Linnankatu 31). Date: Weekly on Wednesdays Time: 4.30 pm – 6 pm
The aim of this activity is to introduce you to various interesting places and rich history of Turku. Once a month we visit a local landmark and help you feel more like home in your new city.
We explore various locations on our visits. The first place we visit on September 18th will be the Finnish Adult Education Center of Turku (Turunsuomenkielinentyöväenopisto), where you can discover exciting opportunities such as learning Finnish or other hobbies.
Location: Varies / September 18th the Finnish Adult Education Center of Turku (Kaskenkatu, 5) Date: Once a month on Mondays: 18.9./ 9.10. / 13.11. Time: 4 pm – 6 pm
Career Focus Afternoon is a drop-in event arranged once a month on Fridays. You can come and work on your career plan, set your career goals, ask your career related questions and hear inspiring career stories. Other international professionals and our International House Turku coach Deeana Lehtinen are going to be there to support you.
Location: International House Turku Hub (Linnankatu 31). Dates: Friday September 29, Octoper 27 and November 24 Time: 2 pm – 4 pm
EXTRA CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
In addition to the training programme’s activities we recommend you to also join other International House Turku’s activities to support your integration to Turku.
Are you an international resident in Turku? Join us for a delightful coffee gathering featuring “piispis,” a traditional Turku pastry! This is a wonderful opportunity for you to connect with other fellow internationals, learn about upcoming events, or simply enjoy the moment.
In addition, you can also have a chat and ask questions from the staff of International House Turku. They will be there to give you a sneak peek into all the things Turku has to offer.
Location: SparkUp, Silo Date: Every Friday, starting September 1st (except October 6th and November 3rd) Time: 10 am – 12 pm
Networking afternoon
We welcome all internationals to join us for a relaxed networking afternoon after working hours to meet other internationals and some locals. We facilitate a chance to meet other like minded people who call Turku their home. Networking afternoon is arranged once per month. We meet in different locations so that we also get to intorduce you to some local businesses.
Location: Varies Date: Once a month on Thursdays Time: 4.30 pm – 6 pm
Women’s networking and peer support group
This group is for all women in Turku who are looking for a chance to netwok and find new friends in Turku. We offer a safe and relaxed environment to come and build your new social network in Turku. The group meets every last Friday of the month.
Location: Varies / September 29th at Cafe Chingon, Kauppiaskatu 9a Date: Once per month on Fridays, September 29, October 27 and November 24 Time: 4.30 pm – 6 pm
