Barriers and solutions to equality – criminal background and minority status
10.6.2026
12.30 - 16.00
Pääkirjasto Metso, Pirkankatu 2, 33210 Tampere
Welcome to an open discussion and creative workshop where we will discuss barriers to equality in the criminal sanctions sector - and develop solutions!
What is the situation of LGBTQ+ people during and after criminal sanctions in Finland? What about ethnic minorities or women? Come and hear about the report of the Syrjimättä project and discuss and ponder what we could do to improve equality during and after criminal sanctions. The event will feature Anni Karnaranta from the life without crime and Siiri Tukkiniemi from the Sinuiksi ry association. We will also use creative working methods under the guidance of solution-focused art therapist Tiina Hämäläinen. The event is aimed particularly at professionals and students in the fields of third sector, social work, health and criminal sanctions, as well as anyone interested in equality and human rights themes.
Time: Wednesday 10.6.2026 at 12.30-16.00
Place: Metso Main Library, Kuusi-sali, Pirkankatu 2, 33210 Tampere
There is no need to register for the event in advance.
The event is free of charge for participants.
Accessibility: The library has accessible parking. There is a ramp to the entrance and an automatic door opener at the entrance. The elevator is located on the left as you enter the main floor. The space has an induction loop. Accessible toilets are on each floor of the library. Unisex toilets are located on the ground floor opposite the Kanerva and Kataja lecture halls. For more information about accessibility, please contact Metso Main Library customer service at 040 800 7848 or visit the website under “Accessibility and services”: https://www.tampere.fi/en/libraries/libraries-opening-hours-and-contact-information/main-library-metso
Organizer: Syrjimättä-project and SÄRÖ-project, Silta-Valmennusyhdistys ry association.
The aim of the Syrjimättä-(ESF+) project is to increase cultural awareness in the criminal sanctions sector, continue to develop work specifically for women, and initiate consideration of gender and sexual minorities in the criminal sanctions sector.
SÄRÖ-project is a serious traumatization identification and rehabilitation program for people with criminal backgrounds and those recovering from substance abuse with a trauma-sensitive approach.
More information: Tiina Hämäläinen, educator of the Syrjimättä project, tiina.hamalainen@siltavalmennus.fi