Event social responsibility and legacy initiatives in Helsinki
Helsinki helps organisers find the best impact initiatives to accomplish their goals in the city. Develop a tailored plan that not only enriches attendees’ experiences but also leaves a meaningful mark on the city.
Not apart
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Helsinki’s vision is to be the world’s most functional city. Functionality is based on equality, non-discrimination, strong social cohesion and open, inclusive ways of operating. Safety and a sense of mutual trust and togetherness are a competitive edge for the city. The city is for everyone.
We encourage the event and congress organisers to create deep, sustainable relationships with academic, professional and local communities — not just during events, but in the long term as well. This will help to raise your profile within the community and leave a positive footprint behind.
Examples of social responsibility initiatives for congresses and business events in Helsinki
Below are some examples of different types of organisations and activities that your event can work with to support local social, environmental, or economic causes and projects.
Environmental deeds
The city of Helsinki has ambitious emission reduction goals. The goal is to achieve an 85% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions from 1990 levels by the year 2030 at the latest.
You can minimise or offset emissions of your event or from flying to Helsinki e.g. with these services:
Environmental volunteer work
Congress and business events participants have the chance to contribute to the urban environment by engaging in volunteer work to help clean up litter along our shores, remove invasive plant species or cleaning of the Baltic Sea during kayak trip.
Donating leftover materials
Donate leftover materials to Uusix (U6) workshops where recycled materials are used to create new products. Uusix provides rehabilitative work in Finland.
Social responsibility
Student engagement
Take the students along and foster the next generation of thought leaders. Give young researchers and students the chance to interact with the leaders and professionals in the field.
Open days and open lectures
Arrange open days and lectures or give free training on your subject to local professionals or citizens.
Equality
Student project
Give students who require special support and guidance an opportunity to work during your congress and gain valuable experience.
Leftover food donation
Donate the leftover food from your event to those in need.
Fundraising
Fundraising possibilities are available for congresses and business events. The funds that are raised go towards supporting chosen charities.
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Contact Helsinki Convention Bureau
No matter your event type, Helsinki Convention Bureau can connect you to the right people at the right time. From bid books to venue selection, we’re here to help you make confident, informed decisions every step of the way, ready to support your success in the Nordics’ top destination.