Non-discrimination and equality Our aim is to lead the way in equality in Finnish society. We produce up-to-date information on gender equality for different actors in society and regularly implement extensive research projects related to equality...

The project produced information on the health, well-being, service needs and factors affecting integration of the immigrant population.

Men are a diverse group – how do make sure that none get left behind? Published 5.11.2024 The views expressed in the blog posts are the writers' own and do not represent the official position of the institution. The health and wellbeing gap betwee...

There are persistent inequalities in health and well-being in Finland A crisis-resilient society is built on people’s well-being, mutual support, everyday security, and trust in, for example, the functioning of social and health care services. In ...

The project aims to reduce racism, strengthen anti-racist competence, promote equality in organizations, and disseminate good practices.

Sustainability We at the Finnish Institute for Health and Welfare want to promote sustainable development, the welfare of the population, health and everyday safety. For our part, we strive to ensure that decision-makers can draft informed sustain...

THL report presents 116 recommendations to address current challenges in wellbeing and health Most Finns experience their lives as safe and trust societal actors and those close to them, but trust in, for example, the social and health care system...

Blog In our blog, our experts comment on current topics, interpret the significance of societal phenomena, and present new perspectives and solution proposals. THL’s official position is presented by the institute’s leadership. Previous blog posts...

The National Mental Health Strategy 2020–2030 strengthens mental health as a resource, develops services, prevents disorders and suicides, and promotes equality.

Projects We study a wide range of phenomena related to health and wellbeing across multiple disciplines. Our research makes use of extensive data resources, registers, and repeated data collections. Based on our findings, we produce information to...

Projects We study a wide range of phenomena related to health and wellbeing across multiple disciplines. Our research makes use of extensive data resources, registers, and repeated data collections. Based on our findings, we produce information to...

Reducing health and wellbeing inequalities supports societal resilience The strengths of Finnish society have included a high level of trust and relatively small differences in health and well-being. Current developments are overshadowed by an inc...

For jobseekers With us, you can make a difference for people’s health and welfare. We carry out pioneering research and produce information that policymakers use in societal decision-making and to develop legislation and health and social services...

The MoniSuomi survey aims to provide reliable and up-to-date information on the foreign-born population living in Finland.

The Healthy Finland survey provides information on the health, well-being and service use of people living in Finland and on changes in them.

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Social innovations in child welfare coordination project (SOILA) EU funding Duration 1.3.2023–31.5.2029 Unit at THL Safety and Protection Social innovations in child welfare coordination project (SOILA) accelerates the piloting, embedding, and sca...

Principles for safer events at THL THL promotes equality and inclusion in all its activities. Through the principles for safer events, we ensure that THL’s events are equitable and safe for all participants. The principles apply to THL employees, ...

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The project strengthens the inclusion, participation, and equity of people of migrant origin, victims of human trafficking, and the Roma, and develops participatory and effective social services.