Oulu Youth Services is celebrating its 80th anniversary, and the anniversary year will be visible and audible throughout the entire year. There will be events, encounters, and a wide variety of content.
We want to make this anniversary year a shared one. Have you gathered memories, experiences, or thoughts about Oulu Youth Services over the years? You can share them with us either with your name or anonymously — stories will be highlighted throughout the anniversary year across various communication channels, including social media and websites.
The anniversary year brings a variety of events and activities throughout the year.
Anniversary Year Themes – Each Month with Its Own Focus
In 2026, each month has its own designated theme, which will be reflected in activities and communications in various ways.
January: The Anniversary Year Begins – The Story of Youth Services
February: Support for the future – work, studies, and opportunities.
March: Youth services for everyone – equality and safe spaces
April: Sustainably toward the future – young people and the environment.
May: Youth work close to young people – youth work in different environments.
June and July: Summer belongs to young people – culture, encounters, and summer activities.
August: More together – proudly community‑minded.
September: In the rhythm of young people – leisure, doing things together, and everyday joy.
October: Well‑being for everyday life – movement, energy, and mental well‑being.
November: Future and dreams – the right to dream and to build one’s own path.
December: The conclusion of the anniversary year – gratitude, celebration, and appreciation
In honor of the anniversary year, Youth Services will carry out 80 Cultural Climate Actions.
An action can be anything that improves, develops, or promotes community spirit and positive activity. It can be an action carried out together with young people, something done for a larger community, or an initiative within the work community.
Memories of youth services
Coming soon.
During the anniversary year, 80 commendations will be awarded. Commendations will be given to both staff members and young people. More information will follow later.
Youth Services 80 Years – exhibition at the Central Library Saari from December 11 to December 30, 2026; opening on Fri, December 11.
The exhibition will also be available online, and a related photo exhibition will be published on the website.
