The year 2026 has gotten off to a brisk start and so have the diverse group activities organised by Neighbourhood Mothers. Neighbourhood Mothers program is a volunteer-based activity coordinated by Nicehearts. (Visit an external site. The link opens in a new tab.) Women trained in the program support other immigrant women by organizing group activities and helping with everyday matters. All Neighbourhood Mothers activities are free of charge, open to everyone and easy to join. The groups offer a space to talk, relax, meet new people and find meaningful things to do.
This spring, Neighbourhood Mothers will organise activities in six locations: Espoo, Helsinki, Imatra, Lappeenranta, Vantaa and Pori. The programme is relaxed and accessible, with no prior knowledge required. The content and languages vary by group, and children are welcome to join most activities. More detailed information can be found on the Neighbourhood Mothers website as well as on Instagram (Visit an external site. The link opens in a new tab.), Facebook (Visit an external site. The link opens in a new tab.) and LinkedIn (Visit an external site. The link opens in a new tab.).
Easy-to-join meetups and shared activities
In Espoo, Neighbourhood Mothers Café groups are organised in Matinkylä, Niittykumpu, Espoon keskus and Leppävaara. The cafés offer a variety of activities, including meeting other women, practising Finnish, knitting, swimming, forest walks and peer support. The languages used vary by event. See more details here.
Helsinki hosts several Neighbourhood Mothers Café groups in Pasila, Myllypuro, Itäkeskus, Kalasatama and Malminkartano. Activities include handicrafts, relaxing together over coffee and getting to know new people. In addition, a mehndi (henna) workshop will be held in Kalasatama, offering a chance to explore the world of ancient art. The languages used vary by event. See more details here.
In Imatra, the Neighbourhood Mothers Café takes place every other Friday. The café offers creative activities, coffee and a welcoming atmosphere for relaxation and conversation. See more details here.
Lappeenranta offers a wide range of programmes, including Women’s Yoga to support overall well-being, Playback Theatre to develop improvisation and acting skills, the laid-back Café & Crochet handicraft group, Neighbourhood Mothers Café groups in Joutseno and Sammonlahti, and the New Roots group, which provides practical tips for integration and networking in Finland. Activities are available in several languages. See more details here.
In Vantaa, participants can join the Neighbourhood Mothers Café in Länsimäki where they can meet new people and enjoy a relaxed moment over coffee or tea. In Tikkurila there is a weekly open women’s café where you can chat with others and relax. The Neighbourhood Mothers will also host the Eesti naiste õhtukas event, conducted in Estonian, featuring interesting discussions about books and movies. In addition, a parents’ evening is organised every other Monday in Korso, offering a space to share thoughts and experiences related to children and young people. The languages used vary by event. See more details here.
In Pori, joint forest walks are organised regularly, providing an easy and pleasant way to enjoy the outdoors together. Upcoming events are announced on the Neighbourhood Mothers website and social media channels. See more details here.
Every woman who has moved to Finland is warmly welcome to participate in Neighbourhood Mothers activities. Join us just as you are and be part of safe, supportive and joyful group experiences!