Four generations of a Finnish family tell about their school experiences. Over the years, Finnish education has constantly evolved, and now Finland is entering a new learning phase again.
The compelling visuality and strong sense of physical presence captivates audiences and makes circus art from Finland powerful, unique and recognisable.
Every spring a magazine written and illustrated entirely by schoolchildren arrives like a breath of fresh air. It’s a longstanding tradition, especially in southern Finland.
ThisisFINLAND sends British reporter Tim Bird, a longtime Helsinki resident, to chat with Tim Walker, an American teacher and more recent arrival who is attracting attention with his blogs, articles and books about life and work in Finland.
During her wide-ranging and consequential career, Minna Canth advocated for women’s rights and social causes. Her legacy continues; Minna Canth Day is celebrated annually on her birthday, March 19.
Finland launches International Gender Equality Prize
On International Women’s Day, March 8, 2017, Finland announced its new International Gender Equality Prize, highlighting the country’s role as a leader in gender equality issues.
Bengt Holmström becomes Finland’s newest Nobel winner
When Bengt Holmström’s phone woke him up early one morning, he thought it was a reminder to take his medicine. Instead, it was a call to tell him he’d won the Nobel Prize in Economic Sciences.
