Week Against Racism in schools

Racism occurs in many forms in the lives of children, both in and outside of the school. Racism is not only insults and bullying, but also something more subtle: different attitudes, prejudices and exclusionary practices. 

All forms of racism have an impact on the growth of children and young people and on their opportunities to move forward in life. It is important to identify racism in everyday life, to be aware of prejudices and to take action to dismantle discriminatory practices.

It is important for an adult to be a safe person to children and young people and always take action against any racism they witness. In the school world, discrimination can also be experienced in interactions with other pupils, away from the watchful eye of the teachers, e.g. during breaks. Because of this, it is important for children to also have the courage to take action in these situations or at least always tell an adult.
 

Morning assemblies for primary and lower secondary schools 21.3.2025.

The primary school morning assembly broadcast will start at 9.10 and last approximately 10 minutes (in Finnish).

The lower secondary school morning assembly broadcast will start at 9.30 and last approximately 10 minutes (in Finnish). 

Morning assemblies will be published with english subtitles immediately after the broadcast. Links will be published on this website. 

 

Learning materials for younger and older pupils

Is it easy to be accepted into our group? What kind of joking around doesn't feel good? Do we intervene in racism? These issues are discussed in the updated ‘Together against racism’ learning materials. 

You can make use of the learning materials during the Week Against Racism or at any time when there is a need to discuss the issue with the class. All learning materials for the theme week can be found here.