Do you want a local friend?Join SuomiKamu friend activity!
SuomiKamu friend activity is for people who have recently moved to Finland.
- Integration and immigration
- Lähellä.fi
Time period for participation in activities: 5.2.2026 - 30.9.2026
Forms of activities: Support and education
Age group: Adults, Elderly
Service language: Finnish, English
Municipality: Helsinki
Email address for registration: suomikamuhelsinki@redcross.fi
Further information: Web address: piirit.punainenristi.fi/punaisen-ristin-helsingin-ja-uudenmaan-piiri/hup-mukaan-toimintaan/hup-maahanmuuttaneiden-tuki/suomikamu-ystavatoiminta(external link) Email address: suomikamuhelsinki@redcross.fi
Activity organiser: Suomen Punainen Risti Helsingin ja Uudenmaan piiri(external link)
A SuomiKamu is a volunteer friend who helps you get to know the new culture and your local area. You can also practice Finnish with your SuomiKamu friend.
You can get a SuomiKamu friend if you:
• are over 18 years old
• have recently moved to Finland and live in the Helsinki area
Sign up for an info session:
https://oma.punainenristi.fi/event/43391(external link)
For more informationcontact: suomikamuhelsinki@redcross.fi
SuomiKamu-friend activities are organized in Helsinki as part of International House Helsinki Friend Program together with the City of Helsinki.