What's life like in Finland? What's the political system, for a start? If you're curious to know, read here about many of the components that make up this northernmost member state of the European Union.

Topical No Joy, but Finland Joins Nato Force The NRF decision turns a new page. » Read more Finnish democracy - forerunner in fairness » Read more

Institutions

		Reform of the Constitution Clarifying the powers of the President, the Government and Parliament » Read more
Finland's parliament: genuine gender parity Related sites: The Parliament of Finland The President of the Republic of Finland The Government of Finland The Ministry of Justice

Political system

Parliamentarism Finland is a republic where democracy rules through a President, a government and a parliament with several parties » Read more

		Structure and development of political parties In Finland political parties of all hues have developed in a tradition of moderation and consensus » Read more
Related sites: Parliamentary ombudsman

Population

The Saami In a wondrous land where the road ends » Read more

The Population in Finland Finnish Woman: the road to equality Finnish families National minorities Swedish in Finland The Saami - An ancient population on the northern edge of Europe Finland – A Land of Emigrants

Immigration and integration

Foreigners in Finland The changing face of the Finnish capital Expat experience - excited about all the new Related sites: Info Bank - information for immigrants Expatriates in Finland The International English Speakers Association

Religion

Bishop Mikko Heikka: questioning the values of technology » Read more

The St Thomas Mass fills churches with doubters and seekers The Church in Finland today Revivalist movements - distinct from and yet part of the majority Churches and religion Finnish Orthodox Church The Ancient Religion of the Finns Ecclesiastical Art

Security

Related sites: Police Services Defence Forces The Border Guard Emergency Response Centre Administration

Local government

The example of Åland: autonomy as a minority protector Related sites: Association of Local Authorities Regional councils Explore municipalities and cities

Social affairs

Maternity and children's health care Finland's health care system has a public and a private sector » Read more

Family-friendly Finland Old age in Finland Related sites: Ministry of Social Affairs and Health Stakes - National Research Centre for Welfare and Health Health care system in Finland Social Insurance Institution Electronic ID card

Featured Sites

Government and Ministries

Public services in Finland

Ombudsman for Equality