Youth
Econsult wins!
12.04.2022
Inventive urban planning won the Beyond 2030 Challenge science competition
Econsult from Lauttasaari High School for International Business in Helsinki won the national upper-secondary-level Beyond 2030 Challenge science competition organised by the City of Turku and Bayer. Erika Pajunen's Econsult team's topical work in environmentally friendly urban planning impressed both the jury and the audience. The winner was decided in a close final of five teams in front of a live audience on April Fools' Day. The winning team was awarded with 4,000 euros.
16.03.2022
Instructions for those arriving to Turku from Ukraine
If you arrive to Finland from Ukraine, you are allowed to stay for 90 days without a visa, apply for temporary protection or asylum. At the moment, it is best to apply for temporary protection. (Updated April 12th.)
Frequently asked questions
04.03.2022
Questions and answers on the Ukraine situation
The City of Turku is preparing to receive war fugitives from Ukraine. Measures to alleviate the distress and human suffering of the Ukrainians are currently being planned. The city`s various existing services help those in need, and there is also close cooperation with volunteer organizations and authorities. Updated April 6th.
05.01.2022
Young people solve environmental challenges without prejudice using games and circular economy solutions
The national Beyond 2030 Challenge science competition of the City of Turku and Bayer is making rapid progress. The pre-jury has selected 25 teams to continue, of which the jury selected a further 10 teams to compete for the final phase of the science competition. The science competition is aimed at all students in upper secondary education on a national level.
Econsult wins!
12.04.2022
Inventive urban planning won the Beyond 2030 Challenge science competition
Econsult from Lauttasaari High School for International Business in Helsinki won the national upper-secondary-level Beyond 2030 Challenge science competition organised by the City of Turku and Bayer. Erika Pajunen's Econsult team's topical work in environmentally friendly urban planning impressed both the jury and the audience. The winner was decided in a close final of five teams in front of a live audience on April Fools' Day. The winning team was awarded with 4,000 euros.
16.03.2022
Instructions for those arriving to Turku from Ukraine
If you arrive to Finland from Ukraine, you are allowed to stay for 90 days without a visa, apply for temporary protection or asylum. At the moment, it is best to apply for temporary protection. (Updated April 12th.)
Frequently asked questions
04.03.2022
Questions and answers on the Ukraine situation
The City of Turku is preparing to receive war fugitives from Ukraine. Measures to alleviate the distress and human suffering of the Ukrainians are currently being planned. The city`s various existing services help those in need, and there is also close cooperation with volunteer organizations and authorities. Updated April 6th.
05.01.2022
Young people solve environmental challenges without prejudice using games and circular economy solutions
The national Beyond 2030 Challenge science competition of the City of Turku and Bayer is making rapid progress. The pre-jury has selected 25 teams to continue, of which the jury selected a further 10 teams to compete for the final phase of the science competition. The science competition is aimed at all students in upper secondary education on a national level.
New season wristband for students!
10.09.2021
Affordable exercise with the Student Wristband!
Student, have you noticed Turku has a new seasonal product? Students will now be able to train in the city's swimming pools, gyms and the Park Field Artificial Ice Rink for only 10 euros a month.
19.08.2021
12–15-year and 16-29-year-old are offered corovaccinations on 22 August at Hämeenkatu
School Health Care Services and Student Health Care of the City of Turku provide coronavirus vaccinations to all willing young adults (16–29-year-olds) and students and 12–15-year-old (without an appointment) on Sunday 22 august 2021 Student Health Care, Hämeenkatu 10.
Hakuaika päättyy lokakuussa
10.08.2021
City of Turku and Bayer hold unique science competition for all upper secondary students in Finland
The Beyond 2030 Challenge science competition encourages all students in upper secondary and vocational education in Finland to take a plunge into the world of science and technology. Inspired by a successful first year, the contest is expanding from Southwestern Finland to upper secondary, and vocational school students all over the country. The contest encourages young people to discover the innumerable career and study opportunities that exist in the fields of technology and sciences, and to increase cooperation of the different actors with institutions of higher education and corporations.
30.07.2021
Pop up corona vaccinations for young adults and students begin
Young adults (16–29-year-olds) and students are offered corona vaccinations without an appointment in weeks 31–32 in Turku.
Econsult wins!
12.04.2022
Inventive urban planning won the Beyond 2030 Challenge science competition
Econsult from Lauttasaari High School for International Business in Helsinki won the national upper-secondary-level Beyond 2030 Challenge science competition organised by the City of Turku and Bayer. Erika Pajunen's Econsult team's topical work in environmentally friendly urban planning impressed both the jury and the audience. The winner was decided in a close final of five teams in front of a live audience on April Fools' Day. The winning team was awarded with 4,000 euros.
16.03.2022
Instructions for those arriving to Turku from Ukraine
If you arrive to Finland from Ukraine, you are allowed to stay for 90 days without a visa, apply for temporary protection or asylum. At the moment, it is best to apply for temporary protection. (Updated April 12th.)
Frequently asked questions
04.03.2022
Questions and answers on the Ukraine situation
The City of Turku is preparing to receive war fugitives from Ukraine. Measures to alleviate the distress and human suffering of the Ukrainians are currently being planned. The city`s various existing services help those in need, and there is also close cooperation with volunteer organizations and authorities. Updated April 6th.
05.01.2022
Young people solve environmental challenges without prejudice using games and circular economy solutions
The national Beyond 2030 Challenge science competition of the City of Turku and Bayer is making rapid progress. The pre-jury has selected 25 teams to continue, of which the jury selected a further 10 teams to compete for the final phase of the science competition. The science competition is aimed at all students in upper secondary education on a national level.
New season wristband for students!
10.09.2021
Affordable exercise with the Student Wristband!
Student, have you noticed Turku has a new seasonal product? Students will now be able to train in the city's swimming pools, gyms and the Park Field Artificial Ice Rink for only 10 euros a month.
19.08.2021
12–15-year and 16-29-year-old are offered corovaccinations on 22 August at Hämeenkatu
School Health Care Services and Student Health Care of the City of Turku provide coronavirus vaccinations to all willing young adults (16–29-year-olds) and students and 12–15-year-old (without an appointment) on Sunday 22 august 2021 Student Health Care, Hämeenkatu 10.
Hakuaika päättyy lokakuussa
10.08.2021
City of Turku and Bayer hold unique science competition for all upper secondary students in Finland
The Beyond 2030 Challenge science competition encourages all students in upper secondary and vocational education in Finland to take a plunge into the world of science and technology. Inspired by a successful first year, the contest is expanding from Southwestern Finland to upper secondary, and vocational school students all over the country. The contest encourages young people to discover the innumerable career and study opportunities that exist in the fields of technology and sciences, and to increase cooperation of the different actors with institutions of higher education and corporations.
30.07.2021
Pop up corona vaccinations for young adults and students begin
Young adults (16–29-year-olds) and students are offered corona vaccinations without an appointment in weeks 31–32 in Turku.
21.07.2021
Booking COVID-19 vaccination appointments for over-16s and 12–15-year-olds in risk groups
The City of Turku COVID-19 vaccination helpline is open to everyone aged over 16 and for 12–15-year-olds in risk groups.
Information on Corona and Support for the Young
Are you worried about the corona situation? Do you miss your friends? Do you need tips for distance learning? Here you can find information on help available for you – or tips on things to do.
