We support the community
We help Deaf and sign-language immigrants navigate life in Finland with confidence.
Suomen Kuurojen Maahanmuuttajayhdistys ry
Support for Deaf immigrants in Finland
SKMY helps Deaf and sign-language immigrants find their way in Finland.
Information, support, and community for a more confident life in Finland.
SKMY
Support and information for Deaf immigrants
SKMY brings together and supports Deaf and sign-language immigrants. We work to make essential information, services, and participation in society more accessible to everyone.
We make information accessible
We collect useful information and help people access essential services.
We defend rights
We work to improve access to information and support for Deaf and sign-language immigrants in Finland.
QUICK HELP
What help do you need?
PRACTICAL INFORMATION
Guide to Finland
DVV
Personal identity code, registration, address, and personal details.
Open topic →Kela
Benefits, OmaKela, support, and interpreting services.
Open topic →TE services
Job search, registering as a jobseeker, and training.
Open topic →Migri
Residence permits, extensions, and citizenship.
Open topic →Healthcare
Health centres, dental care, and emergency help.
Open topic →Family
Marriage, children, family registration, and social support.
Open topic →MORE INFORMATION
Find instructions and practical answers to important questions about living in Finland.
A GOOD PLACE TO START
Popular guides
DVV
How to get a personal identity code
What a personal identity code is and why you need one.
Read the guide →DVV
Registering in Finland
How to register your residence and address.
Read the guide →Kela
Kela benefits
Which benefits you can apply for through Kela.
Read the guide →Kela
Interpreting services through Kela
How to apply for the right to interpreting services.
Read the guide →SKMY
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