Kompassi
Kompassi is the multicultural center of the Kuopio Settlement Puijola which is located in the very city center of Kuopio.
Kompassi offers information, support and activity opportunities
- Kompassi was established in the year 1999
- Funding by the City of Kuopio, RAY (Finnish Slot Machine Association) and Foreing Ministry of Finland
In Kompassi you can:
- use the computer
- meet new people and find a language-tandem friend with whom you can study languages
- read newspapers
- spend you free time and have a cup of coffee
We help with:
- applying for a job or job training
- choosing a study place and things related to studies
We offer help with everyday matters and problematic situations as
- filling out forms/application and other paper work
- language assistance and help in everyday matters, Kompassi´s employee can go with you to the authorities
- peer support
You get information about:
- immigration services in Kuopio
- study places, jobs, courses and trainings
- opportunities to persue different hobbies
- topical issues and events
- multiculturalism and internationality
We organize acitivities:
- trips, camps and clubs
- non-stop Finnish language courses
- opportunities and activities for volunteers
- activity groups
- multicultural events