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The National Union of University Students in Finland was founded in 1921 so that
Finnish students could be able to take part in international student
gatherings and meetings. The international aspect has always been a
core issue in SYL's work.
Taking part in international meetings is still a very important aspect of SYL's work. Making a difference between taking part in international meetings and lobbying for various issues is rather difficult, because they are very closely connected. In today's world there are hardly any matters in student politics that would not have an international aspect or framework.
The most important international partners for SYL are ESU (European Students' Union), The National Unions of Students in Europe and NOM, the Nordic and Baltic co-operation structure.
In 2008 people working in SYL's international sector are:
Taking part in international meetings is still a very important aspect of SYL's work. Making a difference between taking part in international meetings and lobbying for various issues is rather difficult, because they are very closely connected. In today's world there are hardly any matters in student politics that would not have an international aspect or framework.
The most important international partners for SYL are ESU (European Students' Union), The National Unions of Students in Europe and NOM, the Nordic and Baltic co-operation structure.
In 2008 people working in SYL's international sector are:
- Tuure Pitkänen, Member of the board
- Eeva Heinonen, International Officer
- Juuso Leivonen, Educational Officer
Contributors : Elena Gorschkow-Salonranta, Riitta Käppi
Last modified 25-06-2008 13:21
