At Setlementti Puijola, our youth work recognises each young person as a whole person, taking their individual circumstances and life situation as the starting point. Our approach is rooted in social youth work, combining meaningful encounters with purposeful support for wellbeing, participation and everyday life.
We take a gender-sensitive, culturally sensitive and trauma-informed approach. We recognise that young people’s experiences, wellbeing and opportunities are shaped by a range of individual and societal factors. In our interactions, we take account of experiences related to gender, cultural background, identity and life circumstances, without making assumptions about the young person.
Setlementti Puijola’s youth work includes Tyttöjen Talo (Girls’ House), PoikaZone and the Käänne project. Each has its own target groups and objectives, but all share the belief that every young person has the right to be treated with respect, receive the support they need and find their place in a community.
