Cultural Workshop

Cultural Workshop supports young people in developing everyday skills, finding direction for their future and strengthening social participation through group-based activities. The service is intended for young people under the age of 30, including those who are still learning Finnish and whose language skills are not yet sufficient for vocational studies. Finnish is used as the main language, but English may be used to support understanding when needed. The workshop provides a space for practicing Finnish in everyday situations.

The activities take place in two themed groups: Verstas focuses on culture, multimedia and event production (e.g. video, audio, lighting, theatre), and Roti on practical skills through art and nature (e.g. crafts, physical activity, nature and everyday life skills). The workshop does not include formal language teaching but offers an environment for learning by doing.

Participation is possible through different agreements, such as work try-outs, workshop contracts or education-related training agreements, depending on the young person’s situation. The workshop operates with two groups of 12 participants, and new groups begin in August and January.