# jeanette (blogs) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 1 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover jeanette. Page: Feed: --- ## [Celebrating Milestones: The Cultural Importance of Confirmation in Finnish Lutheran Families](https://www.foreignersinfinland.fi/post/celebrating-milestones-the-cultural-importance-of-confirmation-in-finnish-lutheran-families) _2026-07-31 · Foreigners in Finland_ Konfirmaatio or Confirmation is an important milestone for young Finns and their families. The ceremony is a Lutheran tradition deeply rooted in Finnish Cultural Traditions and is celebrated during the summer. ## [Celebrating Cultural Diversity: An Interview with Vanitsri Tirkkonen](https://www.foreignersinfinland.fi/post/celebrating-cultural-diversity-an-interview-with-vanitsri-tirkkonen) _2026-07-10 · Foreigners in Finland_ Vanitsri Tirkkonen is the founder and chairwoman of The Finnish Thai Association ry and the executive director of Almesrah ry, which promotes cultural exchange and aids the Thai community in Finland. Her organization, ALMESRAH, represents life stages and personal experiences. Vanitsri leads efforts to help Thais adapt to Nordic life and supports Asian SMEs in Finland. Her main event, Sawasdee… ## [Expanding Your Social Circle with Luckan Integration](https://www.foreignersinfinland.fi/post/expanding-your-social-circle-with-luckan-integration) _2026-05-23 · Foreigners in Finland_ LUCKAN INTEGRATION is a part of LUCKAN, a prominent Finland-Swedish Information and Culture Centre that gives information about Swedish services and about the Finland-Swedish community: As we know in Finland there are two official languages, Finnish and Swedish. Therefore it makes sense that people would be able to use both languages and also to receive information in both languages, including… ## [Forest Minds Walk with Jeanette Srabonian](https://www.foreignersinfinland.fi/post/forest-minds-walk-with-jeanette-srabonian) _2026-05-15 · Foreigners in Finland_ Meet the new members of Foreigners in Finland and join us for the FIF Community Forest Minds Walk, a uniquely engaging and relaxed event where the serene beauty of Finnish nature harmoniously meets the spirit of curiosity! This delightful stroll through the lush landscapes of Lauttasaari to immerse yourself in the great outdoors but also a chance to connect with fellow nature enthusiasts who share… ## [More Than a Room: Inside Koivukylä’s Asukastila—Your Shared Living Room](https://www.foreignersinfinland.fi/post/more-than-a-room-inside-koivukyl%C3%A4-s-asukastila-your-shared-living-room) _2026-03-13 · Foreigners in Finland_ community space cafe. Photo by Koivukylä asukastila. In the heart of Koivukylä, Vantaa, there is a place where loneliness dissolves into conversation, where the smell of free coffee mixes with the sound of children playing, and where immigrants, long-time residents, and local organizations come together as neighbors. It is officially called a "Community Space," but those who use it have a warmer… ## [When the forest answers- Jeanette Srabonian](https://www.foreignersinfinland.fi/post/when-the-forest-answers-jeanette-srabonian) _2025-12-05 · Foreigners in Finland_ Join Jeanette on her transformative journey in Finland, where the enchanting forests become her sanctuary. Raised in a multicultural family, she seeks her identity through the Finnish language and culture. ## [The Power of Music: Fardoos' Journey of Integration in Finland](https://www.foreignersinfinland.fi/post/the-power-of-music-fardoos-journey-of-integration-in-finland) _2025-12-03 · Foreigners in Finland_ Fardoos is a dedicated advocate for immigrants in Finland, combining professional expertise with cultural engagement. At Vamos Diakonissalaitos, she assists young foreigners in adapting and finding growth opportunities, leveraging her social services background and interpretation degree from Diak University of Applied Sciences to bridge linguistic and cultural gaps. She is also a passionate singer… ## [Celebrating Diversity and Talent: The Joulubites Festival 13.12. 2025](https://www.foreignersinfinland.fi/post/celebrating-diversity-and-talent-the-joulubites-festival-13-12-2025) _2025-10-31 · Foreigners in Finland_ The Joulubites Festival, set for December 13, 2025, at Kankarepuiston Koulu, Jakomäenpolku 6, marks the first event organized by the team behind the Foreigners in Finland Online Magazine. Joulubites offers a laid-back Christmas celebration where attendees can savor delicious food from local vendors, akin to Ravintolapäivä. Additionally, it is crucial for international participants to display their… ## [Taloyhtiö, taloyhtiön kokous? Why it matters to me? A Look at Finnish Apartment Living](https://www.foreignersinfinland.fi/post/taloyhti%C3%B6-taloyhti%C3%B6n-kokous-why-it-matters-to-me-a-look-at-finnish-apartment-living) _2025-10-24 · Foreigners in Finland_ Finnish housing associations offer a unique residential model characterized by share ownership, fostering community engagement and democratic governance. Finnish housing provide valuable lessons on community, sustainability, and shared responsibility. ## [Earn crypto for idle GPUs (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/8am3gug3aQSd) _2025-10-24 · **Sponsored**_ Run one CLI, host Qwen/Llama/Mistral, and earn BTC, ETH, SOL, or USDC ## [Could you survive Finnish Culture? Take This Test to Find Out!](https://www.foreignersinfinland.fi/post/could-you-survive-finnish-culture-take-this-test-to-find-out) _2025-10-10 · Foreigners in Finland_ How do you feel about small talk? Love it! The more strangers, the better! Tolerate it when necessary Would rather stare at a wall in silence Your ideal social weekend involves A 20-person BBQ with karaoke A cozy dinner with 2-3 friends Solo hiking in a remote forest A person is standing 1 meter away at an empty bus stop. You: Smile and introduce yourself Gently move closer Move away. The further…