Participation in a roundtable discussion at the Royal Thai Embassy in Helsinki

Mari Korpela from the Faculty of Social Sciences at Tampere University has been invited by the Royal Thai Embassy to join a Roundtable Discussion and luncheon on Friday, 13 September 2024, from 12:00 to 15:00 at the Helsinki Bourse Club. This event included the presence of Mr. Somchai Morakotsriwan, Director-General of Thailand’s Department of Employment, Ministry of Labor, and his delegation, who are visiting Helsinki to review recent legislative changes to Finland’s Seasonal Worker Act and related regulations.

The discussion focuses on identifying sustainable and practical approaches to prevent human trafficking and work-related exploitation among Thai berry pickers in Finland. Additionally, the event aims to promote corporate responsibility, improve employment conditions, and ensure that these workers receive fair compensation and adequate support during their time in Finland.

Mari Korpela has been closely working with the Royal Thai Embassy, read about another cooperation activity HERE.