Lähi-idän opiskelijat ry (Finnish Association for Students of Middle Eastern and North African Studies)

National Network
Finland
Address

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Finland

Telephone
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E-Mail
lahiidanopiskelijat@gmail.com
E-Mail (2)
iiris.nikanne@helsinki.fi
Website
http://lahiidanopiskelijat.wordpress.com/
Organisation Type
Non-Governmental Organization
Year of Establishment
2012
Fields of Activity
  1. Human rights
  2. International/Cultural relations
  3. Research
  4. Youth and education
General Information
Finnish Association for Students of Middle Eastern and North African Studies organizes events, study groups and study trips for the purpose of bringing together students and researchers interested in the Middle East and North Africa.
Mission and Objectives

Enhancing knowledge regarding the Middle East in Finland.
Connecting students of the field with potential employers. 
Enhancing the quality of teaching on the field. 
Promoting dialogue between researchers and students of the field.

Main Projects / Activities

Projects for 2018:
Intensive course in Northern Morocco. Participating in the Week Against Racism by the Finnish Red Cross by organizing 2-3 events. Taking part in career and study events and organizing excursions to cultural events and to meet potential future employers. Informing members about study and work possibilities.
 

How can you contribute to the Network in your country?

We can bring to the ALF Network’s projects students who are interested in promoting trust and mutual understanding between different countries and cultures.

Why do you want to join the ALF Network?

We believe that this network shares our values and is a good forum for cooperation and discussion.

Contact (1) Full Name
Iiris Nikanne
Head of the organisation
Iiris Nikanne, Chairperson