Satakunnan Monikulttuuriyhdistys ry (SMY) was established on March 25, 1996.
The Multicultural Association maintains an open International meeting place for everyone, located in the center of Pori. Various events, activities, and courses are organized in the international meeting place, and opportunities for voluntary work are offered. SMY is a religiously and politically non-aligned association.
GOALS
- Increasing cooperation between Finns and immigrants
- Increasing cultural awareness in a diverse manner
- Familiarizing immigrants with Finnish customs
- Promoting immigrants’ Finnish language learning
- Supporting employment and education
OFFERS
- Diverse hobby activities
- Fun events
- Opportunities to do meaningful voluntary work
- Practical help with employment
- Opportunities to practice language skills
- Opportunities to meet people
- Opportunities to get to know different cultures
The association has about 550 members, representing around 80 nationalities. 75% of the members have an immigrant background.
