Our courses and trainings

Suomiportaat Finnish Courses in 2026

We have kicked off Suomiportaat project that offers free, interactive mini courses for migrants learning Finnish on different levels!

The courses are organised by Learning for Integration ry, Learnmera Oy and Mirsal ry, funded by Suomen Kulttuurirahasto (Finnish Cultural Foundation)

Suomiportaat Finnish Intermediate Course (A2-B1)
This FREE course (13 June - 11 July 2026) for those who have some basic knowledge in Finnish - whether you have taken our beginner’s course or have acquired it on your own, this course is for you! We will practice more vocabulary, grammar and speaking in different topics so that you will gain more knowledge and confidence in everyday situations. You will also learn more about finnish culture and society.
The working languages are mainly English and Finnish, but we will have a Finnish speaking and an Arabic speaking tutor for support! 🌍💬

🕒 When? Every Saturday 16:00–18:00, from 13 June to 11 July 2026 (NO course on June 20th due to Midsummer!)
📍 Where?  Mirsal ry premises, 2nd floor, Kauppamiehentie 6, 02100 Espoo
🧑‍🤝‍🧑 What you will get:

• Intermediate (A2-B1) conversation skills, vocabulary & grammar

• Everyday phrases for work, travel, health, social life

• Cultural tips to help you feel at home in Finland

• Practice through fun activities, group work, and real-life scenarios

• Free coffee, refreshments and snacks during breaks!

💥 Spaces are limited – apply by June 9th, 2026: https://forms.gle/fhsDUWYgnd8WSZoR9

Svenska Steg Swedish Courses in 2026

Svenska Steg project continues with Swedish mini courses in 2026, with continued support from Svenska kulturfonden! Organised by Learning for Integration ry, Learnmera Oy and Mirsal ry, funded by Svenska kulturfonden.

Swedish B1-B2: Swedish Language & Culture✨
This FREE Swedish course is designed for those with basic Swedish skills. You will advance your speaking skills, vocabulary and grammar so that you will feel confident in everyday situations. If you have attended at least 2 of our Swedish courses or otherwise have some basic Swedish skills and want to keep practicing, this course is for you! 🌍💬

🕒 When? Every Saturday 13:00–15:00, from June 13th to July 11th, 2026 (NO course on June 20th due to Midsummer)
📍 Where? Mirsal ry premises, Kauppamiehentie 6, 02100 Espoo
🧑‍🤝‍🧑 What you will get:
🌟 Intermediate (A2-B1) conversation skills, vocabulary & grammar
🌟 Everyday phrases for work, travel, and social life
🌟 Cultural tips to help you integrate and feel at home
🌟 Practice through fun activities, group work, and real-life scenarios

💥 Spaces are limited – apply by June 9th, 2026: https://forms.gle/kybzFYxQBhT1pD2P6

Svenska Steg Swedish Cafes on Thursdays

Join us for "Svenska Steg" Swedish language cafes for migrants in Itäkeskus library (Turunlinnantie 1) every Thursday until 29 May 2025, at 18-20.
Organised by Learning for Integration ry and Learnmera Oy, Supported by Svenska kulturfonden.

Follow the project on Facebook for updates https://www.facebook.com/SvenskaStegFinland

Sign up for our online entrepreneurship webinar for migrants (in English language)! We will go through the basics of entrepreneurship in Finland, entrepreneurship skills, Finnish business culture and more.

17th October at 15:00-17:00 (Finnish time)

 sign up here https://shorturl.at/k27Rb - you will receive the Zoom link after signing up!

Provided by Net Refugee project.

A training session for language cafe tutors will be held at Oodi Library on 9 September 2024, 16:30-18:30.  Whether you wish to start your own cafe or to act as tutor for any language, come and join us! The spots are limited, so please email marjaliisa@lfi.fi to register. Supported by Kulturfonden för Sverige and Finland.