NGO Day

Espoo NGO Day brings together organisations and partners in October for an engaging programme. This year’s theme is ‘Strength Through Collaboration’. On 1 October, Espoo NGO Day will gather non-governmental organisations and their partners to Lippulaiva library for an inspiring programme of learning and sharing of ideas. The theme of this year’s NGO Day is Strength Through Collaboration. The day will offer unique opportunities for networking and being inspired together with other NGO actors, city employees and partners. You will get to share ideas and experiences and strengthen cooperation between NGOs. While the event is free of charge, advance registration is needed to participate in the stage programme. The NGO stands will serve all library customers from 12:30 to 17:00. Date and time: Thursday, 1 October 2026 from 12:30 to 19:00 Place: Lippulaiva library, Espoonlahdenkatu 8, 02320 Espoo. Registration To participate in the event’s stage programme, advance registration is required by 16 September. Click on this link to register! Programme 12:30 Registration begins and the NGO stand area opens 13:00-14:05 Opening remarks, Maria Tiilikkala Appreciative interaction creates cooperation, Lari Karreinen Where the aim is to strengthen cooperation, the solution often lies in being heard and appreciated better. Lari Karreinen, a solution-oriented coach and long-term developer of NGO cooperation, will guide us to better interaction: how to meet another person without the burdens of the past, be heard and seek the common good? Karreinen's talk will show you how to focus on strengths in various situations. You will take home practical tips and exercises that will help you build more effective cooperation with individuals, organisations or the city alike. Key programme for improving literacy in Espoo, Programme Managers Petri Saarela and Valia Wistuba The whole city takes part in the work on literacy in Espoo, and NGOs and associations also contribute to these valuable efforts. How could we develop our work and reach residents even better? Current news about Lähellä services, Myra Magnusson, HyTe ry This information session will bring you the latest news about the Lähellä.fi web service. You will also get to know the LähelläPro service for professionals. 14:05-14:35 Afternoon coffee, a sweet treat and informal networking 14:35-15:15 Promoting employment in cooperation with the NGO sector, Hilla-Maaria Suomi, Director of Employment Services, City of Espoo Let's join our forces to promote vitality and meaningfulness. Announcement of the NGO Achievement of the Year award This award celebrates ex

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