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Participatory Budgeting in Oulu in 2026–2027

The citizens may present ideas and vote on them to determine how the city will spend 500 000 € to improve comfort and community in Oulu.

Phase 2 of 7
Ideoiden arvioiminen ja jatkokehittäminen 16/02/2026 - 06/09/2026
Process phases

Changes at "Icebreakers – Social Integration Through Creativity, Laughter and Community"

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  • -["Ice Breakers is an event that supports the integration of international residents in Oulu. Its goal is to offer a safe, relaxed, and welcoming space where newcomers can BREAK THE ICE by meeting new people, practicing the language in a fun way, and building a community that strengthens their sense of belonging. The program includes improvised stand‑up, a simple recycling‑based handcraft workshop, musical games, and a coffee break that encourages spontaneous conversations and networking. Finnish professionals from different fields also join as guests, promoting natural and enriching cultural exchanges. The event is low‑cost, easy to implement, and designed to generate immediate social impact."]
  • +["Ice Breakers is an event that supports the integration of international residents in Oulu. Its goal is to offer a safe, relaxed, and welcoming space where newcomers can BREAK THE ICE by meeting new people, practicing the language in a fun way, and building a community that strengthens their sense of belonging. The program includes improvised stand‑up, a simple recycling‑based handcraft workshop, musical games, and a coffee break that encourages spontaneous conversations and networking. Finnish professionals from different fields also join as guests, promoting natural and enriching cultural exchanges. The event is low‑cost, easy to implement, and designed to generate immediate social impact.\n\nThe event can be easily carried out in any city, in indoor or outdoor settings with some adjusts, and it becomes a great opportunity to give visibility to international residents while encouraging interaction with Finns at the same time. At the very least, this event will offer participants a fun memory, the feeling that integration is possible, and a few new friends."]
  • -["Ice Breakers is an event that supports the integration of international residents in Oulu. Its goal is to offer a safe, relaxed, and welcoming space where newcomers can BREAK THE ICE by meeting new people, practicing the language in a fun way, and building a community that strengthens their sense of belonging. The program includes improvised stand‑up, a simple recycling‑based handcraft workshop, musical games, and a coffee break that encourages spontaneous conversations and networking. Finnish professionals from different fields also join as guests, promoting natural and enriching cultural exchanges. The event is low‑cost, easy to implement, and designed to generate immediate social impact."]
  • +["Ice Breakers is an event that supports the integration of international residents in Oulu. Its goal is to offer a safe, relaxed, and welcoming space where newcomers can BREAK THE ICE by meeting new people, practicing the language in a fun way, and building a community that strengthens their sense of belonging. The program includes improvised stand‑up, a simple recycling‑based handcraft workshop, musical games, and a coffee break that encourages spontaneous conversations and networking. Finnish professionals from different fields also join as guests, promoting natural and enriching cultural exchanges. The event is low‑cost, easy to implement, and designed to generate immediate social impact.\n\nThe event can be easily carried out in any city, in indoor or outdoor settings with some adjusts, and it becomes a great opportunity to give visibility to international residents while encouraging interaction with Finns at the same time. At the very least, this event will offer participants a fun memory, the feeling that integration is possible, and a few new friends."]
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  • -["Ice Breakers is an event that supports the integration of international residents in Oulu. Its goal is to offer a safe, relaxed, and welcoming space where newcomers can BREAK THE ICE by meeting new people, practicing the language in a fun way, and building a community that strengthens their sense of belonging. The program includes improvised stand‑up, a simple recycling‑based handcraft workshop, musical games, and a coffee break that encourages spontaneous conversations and networking. Finnish professionals from different fields also join as guests, promoting natural and enriching cultural exchanges. The event is low‑cost, easy to implement, and designed to generate immediate social impact."]
Additions
  • +["Ice Breakers is an event that supports the integration of international residents in Oulu. Its goal is to offer a safe, relaxed, and welcoming space where newcomers can BREAK THE ICE by meeting new people, practicing the language in a fun way, and building a community that strengthens their sense of belonging. The program includes improvised stand‑up, a simple recycling‑based handcraft workshop, musical games, and a coffee break that encourages spontaneous conversations and networking. Finnish professionals from different fields also join as guests, promoting natural and enriching cultural exchanges. The event is low‑cost, easy to implement, and designed to generate immediate social impact.\n\nThe event can be easily carried out in any city, in indoor or outdoor settings with some adjusts, and it becomes a great opportunity to give visibility to international residents while encouraging interaction with Finns at the same time. At the very least, this event will offer participants a fun memory, the feeling that integration is possible, and a few new friends."]
Deletions
  • -["Ice Breakers is an event that supports the integration of international residents in Oulu. Its goal is to offer a safe, relaxed, and welcoming space where newcomers can BREAK THE ICE by meeting new people, practicing the language in a fun way, and building a community that strengthens their sense of belonging. The program includes improvised stand‑up, a simple recycling‑based handcraft workshop, musical games, and a coffee break that encourages spontaneous conversations and networking. Finnish professionals from different fields also join as guests, promoting natural and enriching cultural exchanges. The event is low‑cost, easy to implement, and designed to generate immediate social impact."]
Additions
  • +["Ice Breakers is an event that supports the integration of international residents in Oulu. Its goal is to offer a safe, relaxed, and welcoming space where newcomers can BREAK THE ICE by meeting new people, practicing the language in a fun way, and building a community that strengthens their sense of belonging. The program includes improvised stand‑up, a simple recycling‑based handcraft workshop, musical games, and a coffee break that encourages spontaneous conversations and networking. Finnish professionals from different fields also join as guests, promoting natural and enriching cultural exchanges. The event is low‑cost, easy to implement, and designed to generate immediate social impact.\n\nThe event can be easily carried out in any city, in indoor or outdoor settings with some adjusts, and it becomes a great opportunity to give visibility to international residents while encouraging interaction with Finns at the same time. At the very least, this event will offer participants a fun memory, the feeling that integration is possible, and a few new friends."]
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Avatar: Adriana Vitorino Adriana Vitorino
Version created at 10/02/2026 21:58

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