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The honorary consulates augment Finland’s network of diplomatic missions, made up of embassies, consulate generals, consulates and other liaison offices. An honorary consulate is headed by an honorary consul. Honorary consuls are private individuals who take care of their tasks on a part-time basis without remuneration.
Within the scope of a specific geographical area, an honorary consul monitors the rights of Finns and foreigners permanently residing in Finland. He or she provides advice and guidance for distressed Finnish citizens and foreigners permanently residing in Finland who are temporarily abroad, assisting them in their contacts with local authorities or the nearest Finnish embassy or consulate. Certain types of notarized certificates can be acquired through an honorary consul. Honorary consuls do not accept passport applications nor do they handle matters pertaining to visas or residence permits. Honorary consuls cannot serve as attorneys in judicial proceedings or as legal advisers.
Together with diplomatic missions, an honorary consul promotes economic and cultural relations between Finland and the country in question, and takes part in strengthening Finland’s image abroad. An honorary consul can advise Finnish companies, for instance, in obtaining information about local business culture and in finding cooperation partners.
Jurisdiction covers Northern part of the State of California.
San Francisco and the Counties of Solano, Alameda, Santa Clara, Santa Cruz, San Mateo, Contra Costa and Marino.
The honorary consulates augment Finland’s network of diplomatic missions, made up of embassies, consulate generals, consulates and other liaison offices. An honorary consulate is headed by an honorary consul. Honorary consuls are private individuals who take care of their tasks on a part-time basis without remuneration.
Within the scope of a specific geographical area, an honorary consul monitors the rights of Finns and foreigners permanently residing in Finland. He or she provides advice and guidance for distressed Finnish citizens and foreigners permanently residing in Finland who are temporarily abroad, assisting them in their contacts with local authorities or the nearest Finnish embassy or consulate. Certain types of notarized certificates can be acquired through an honorary consul. Honorary consuls do not accept passport applications nor do they handle matters pertaining to visas or residence permits. Honorary consuls cannot serve as attorneys in judicial proceedings or as legal advisers.
Together with diplomatic missions, an honorary consul promotes economic and cultural relations between Finland and the country in question, and takes part in strengthening Finland’s image abroad. An honorary consul can advise Finnish companies, for instance, in obtaining information about local business culture and in finding cooperation partners.
Jurisdiction covers Southern part of the State of California.
The Consulate General of Finland in Los Angeles represents Finland in thirteen Western US states. The geographic size of the jurisdiction is equivalent to about half of Europe. The operation of the Consulate is centered in California – world's 5th largest economy and home to almost 40 million people.
Western US is one of the leading economies in multiple industries. Creativity combined with innovations and risk-taking culture, as well as the availability and amount of capital and venture capital investments make it a unique market. Technology and its development play a central role in the Western US - many of the world's largest ICT companies have headquarters in the area. Within the Consulate's jurisdiction, the most significant "economic hubs" are Los Angeles, San Francisco Bay Area/Silicon Valley and San Diego. Additionally, Seattle in Washington State; Phoenix in Arizona; Denver in Colorado and Portland in Oregon are among important growing economic centers.
We at the Consulate General of Finland focus on two main areas: Trade promotion and consular services. The objective of trade promotion is to connect business communities and promote partnerships and alliances between Finnish and US companies, organizations, universities and research institutions. The industries of main focus are the major industries in California - namely, cleantech, healthcare, ICTs, gaming and creative industries. The Consulate organizes events, seminars and trade missions, conducts research and builds networks within its area of operation.
The objective is to maintain Finland's positive reputation and promote Finland's strengths and the Nordic culture. The Consulate General collaborates closely with the Embassy of Finland in Washington D.C., the Consulate General of Finland in New York and other members of the Team Finland USA network, as well as with other local organizations and honorary consuls.
The second main function of the Consulate is to offer consular services to Finnish citizens as well as immigration and visa services to foreign nationals. There are about 10,000 Finns within the Consulate's jurisdiction. In addition to consular services, the Consulate provides assistance in cases of emergency.
The House of Finland (HOF) is a social and non-profit organization. HOF is one of the houses organized under House of Pacific Relations (HPR). HOF promotes and cultivates Finnish culture and traditions. It promotes social activities among its members and provides a meeting possibilities for Finnish people and friends of Finland.
The House of Finland is a Chapter of Finlandia Foundation National.
The House of Finland is part of Finland 100 programme.
Founded in early 1940 as part of San Diego’s assistance to the people of Finland during the Winter War, the House of Finland has been in continuous operation since that time. Our mission is to bring to life the culture and face of Finland for the citizenry and visitors in Balboa Park. We offer a weekend full of song and dance and the folkloric customs of the Finnish Nation, while showing that we are also a modern Scandinavian country. The House of Finland, like its people is firmly rooted in Western ideals, culture and values and an abiding faith in individual freedoms.
We are volunteers all. We put together events and feasts for members and visitors. Besides the traditional open house to all, we celebrate Midsummer’s and Christmas in the traditional manner entertaining adults and children of all ages, and publish a quarterly newsletter of activities. We are a gathering and focal point for Finns in the San Diego area, interfacing regularly with the Finnish Lutheran Church, the Finnish American Chamber of Commerce and the Finnish School. All Finnish-minded folk are invited to join for a nominal annual membership fee. In return you will receive a rewarding opportunity to join in our culture and heritage, participate in sports and cultural activities, while getting a heartwarming feeling of being part of the cultural diversity in San Diego
The Los Angeles Finlandia Foundation (LAFF) is a chapter of Finlandia Foundation National.
Our mission is to sustain both Finnish-American culture in the United States and the ancestral tie with Finland by raising funds for grants and scholarships, initiating innovative national programs and networking with local chapters.
Our mission is to promote Finnish culture and traditions in the Bay Area for anyone interested in Finland and Finnish-American heritage.
We operate as a not-for-profit organization. We rely solely on individual donations and ticket proceeds to fund our annual event programming. Our events and operations are possible through the generous time and commitment of our Board of Directors.
Finlandia Foundation National's mission is to sustain both Finnish-American culture in the United States and the ancestral tie with Finland by raising funds for grants and scholarships, initiating innovative national programs and networking with local chapters.
As the number of first and second generation Finnish-American immigrants begins to dwindle, it becomes increasingly important to keep Finnish-Americans and their local chapter organizations across the country connected, inspired and committed to maintaining an awareness of their unique and vibrant culture and heritage.
Finlandia Foundation National raises funds to strengthen its endowment and ensure the continuation of its programs. The Performer of the Year and the Lecturer of the Year programs focus attention on the outstanding artistic and academic contributions of the Finnish-American community. Those selected for these annual, national positions travel and appear at chapter organizations throughout the United States.
Finlandia Foundation National also provides scholarships to students in multiple fields of study, and to American and Finnish law students. FFN awards dozens of grants each year providing critical and all too rare funding for individuals pursuing the artistic, musical and cultural traditions that represent the heritage of Finland and the diverse interests of Finnish America.
These programs, not offered by any other organization in the United States today, are what make the strengthening of the Finlandia Foundation National organization so compelling.
Finnish heritage and Finnish-American traditions and culture are too rich and too valuable to be lost.
By building a solid network of chapters throughout the United States and increasing the number and amount of grants and scholarship for Finnish-American individuals and programs, Finlandia Foundation National will continue to inspire and strengthen the Finnish-American community of the United States for years to come.
Finlandia Foundation National, a California non-profit organization, is governed by a Board of Trustees.
Independent Finlandia Foundation National chapters coast to coast are chartered to use the Finlandia Foundation National name and logo and operate in support of the Foundation’s mission.
