News
On this page, you will find the latest news from the Kotka-Hamina region!
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Autumn of career dreams: supporting young people in their future choices
‘Autumn of career dreams’ is a guidance and mentoring programme for young people aged 15–19 who have…
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The World in Kymi – music, dance and cultures!
The ‘World in Kymi’ event brings together different cultures, people and communities on Saturday 22 August from…
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“Without challenges, there is no real learning or growth” – From Iran to study in Kotka
Zahra Sasannia and Shaghayegh Hajiloo, both from Iran, began their studies in the digital industry and artificial…
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Events and things to do this summer
Looking for things to do this summer? Kotka Maritime Festival starts this week! The event has been…
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Improve your language skills with a free app
The free Lingvis app, designed for immigrants, helps users learn Finnish or Swedish through media content. The…
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InfoFinland helps people moving to Finland
InfoFinland is a reliable, multilingual online service that provides up-to-date information for people moving to Finland or…
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For family, nature and ice hockey – Pascal Debroek’s journey from Belgium to Kotka
Belgian Pascal Debroek works for an international gaming company in the Helsinki metropolitan area, but he feels…
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Thursday gathering for immigrant women
Are you looking for company, new friends or something enjoyable to do in your daily life? Why…
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Finnish language, digital and workplace skills – training for immigrant women
The ‘Go for it, Supergirl!’ project will launch in August 2026 and offers support with the Finnish…
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Changes to citizenship act in 2027
The Finnish Parliament has approved an amendment to the law that tightens the requirements for obtaining Finnish…
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This website brings together services for people moving abroad
There are many international residents in South Kymenlaakso – over 8,000 last year alone. An increasing number…
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Summer is the perfect time to head to the beach – have fun safely and avoid accidents!
Summer beckons us outdoors and to the beaches, but staying safe whilst enjoying the outdoors starts with…