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We Speak Gay is a Community of LGBTQ+ friendly companies, events and destinations. We stand together against homophobia, transphobia and all kind of discrimination. We are working for a safer and more inclusive society. Here is the list of all the members and partners in the community.

Experiences, Kotka, Culture and Design, Coast and Archipelago Hannu Virtanen-Medina Experiences, Kotka, Culture and Design, Coast and Archipelago Hannu Virtanen-Medina

Maritime Centre Vellamo

Maritime Centre Vellamo is an attraction open all-year round and well worth a visit to see the amazing architecture both indoors and outdoors. Vellamo houses the Maritime Museum of Finland and the Kymenlaakso Museum, which present the tales of the sea and the local region through exhibitions praised by people of all ages and abilities.

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Events, Culture and Design, Tampere, Experiences, Lakeland Hannu Virtanen-Medina Events, Culture and Design, Tampere, Experiences, Lakeland Hannu Virtanen-Medina

Tampere Hall

Tampere Hall, the congress and cultural centre giant of the Nordic countries, is a venue for nearly a thousand different events, concerts, meetings, and international conferences each year. Browse Tampere Hall’s concerts and club gigs, relax at the restaurant Tuhto, enjoy art and pick souvenirs from Tampere Hall Shop.

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Culture and Design, Experiences, Accommodation, Lakeland, Säynätsalo Hannu Virtanen-Medina Culture and Design, Experiences, Accommodation, Lakeland, Säynätsalo Hannu Virtanen-Medina

Säynätsalo Town Hall

Säynätsalo Town Hall is one of the most significant works of architect Alvar Aalto. The building has an internationally renowned position in the history of modern architecture. Despite its name, the building is no longer in administrative use, as Säynätsalo is now part of the city of Jyväskylä.

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Culture and Design, Nature, Lapland Hannu Virtanen-Medina Culture and Design, Nature, Lapland Hannu Virtanen-Medina

Siida – Sámi Museum and Nature Centre

Siida is your guide to Sámi culture and northern nature. The Sámi Museum and Nature Centre Siida is located in the town of Inari, in Sápmi. Our exhibitions and events give our visitors a window into the north: we provide truthful information on the ancient and vibrant Sámi culture and on the delicate yet resilient arctic nature.

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Events, Culture and Design, Helsinki Hannu Virtanen-Medina Events, Culture and Design, Helsinki Hannu Virtanen-Medina

Helsinki Contemporary Opera Festival 15.8 – 1.9.2024

Helsinki Contemporary Opera Festival 15.8 – 1.9.2024 showcases the latest performances from independent opera companies. The festival brings together a wide variety of artistic teams and productions at the Alexander Theatre annually in August-September, with a focus on contemporary chamber opera and musical theatre. The festival is part of the Helsinki Festival’s program.

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Culture and Design, Helsinki, Experiences Hannu Virtanen-Medina Culture and Design, Helsinki, Experiences Hannu Virtanen-Medina

Music Theatre Kapsäkki

Music Theatre Kapsäkki is located in Sörnäinen close to the popular hipster area of Kallio in Helsinki. Its’ programme consists of concerts, club nights and musical plays that suit viewers of all ages. As music is an international language, a significant part of shows can be enjoyed with no comprehension of the Finnish language.

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Ehrensvärd Museum

The Ehrensvärd Museum is located at the Great Courtyard of the Suomenlinna fortress, housed in the Commandant’s House. The museum showcases the elegant home of the 18th-century aristocracy and tells the history of the Swedish era of the fortress. The collection includes paintings, furniture, weapons, and ship models portraying vessels of the Swedish Archipelago Fleet.

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Finland is one of the safest and most LGBTQIA friendly countries in the world. The legislation in the country does not accept any kind of discrimination based on sexuality or gender. On these pages we are presenting Finland and Finnish companies and events that are welcoming to LGBTQIA people.