We are thrilled to announce that European Clubhouse Conference is landing in Helsinki, Finland in May 2025, 20.-22. Welcome to celebrate 30 years of Clubhouse community in Finland with us!
The Finnish Clubhouse Coalition, in collaboration with Etelä-Suomen Klubitalot ESKOT ry, is hosting this event, with the support of Clubhouse International and Clubhouse Europe.
Cost of our three-day Conference is 320 €. Cost of the celebratory dinner at Sokos Hotel Presidentti is 80 €. It is possible to enjoy the Conference all three days or only one of the days.
The conference will be held from 20 May at 09:00 until 22 May at 15:45.
Tuesday, May 20: Strong Networks
Theme: Building strong networks for sustainable impact
- Opening speech by Kaisa Juuso, Finland’s Minister of Social Affairs and Health
- Ilkka Pekkarinen, actor and member of Helsinki Clubhouse
- Keynotes & Workshops:
- The power of networks
- How to collaborate with stakeholders for sustainable impact
- Strengthening leadership skills and advocacy in the Clubhouse model
- Wellness Afternoon at Töölönlahti Bay – Choose one of the activities:
- Oodi, Helsinki Central Library. The library building in the heart of Helsinki full of culture and things to see. Possibility to explore Oodi with a guide and after that on your own.
- Relaxation in nature and a sense path experience
- Nordic walking and sightseeing
- Yard games
- Enjoy some free time
The conference will be held on Tuesday from 09:00 to 16:30.
Wednesday, May 21: Knowledge Management
Theme: Leveraging Data and Knowledge for Strategic Leadership:
How Clubhouses Can Use Insights to Drive Impact and Innovation
Keynotes & Panels:
- Measuring impact: Social Return on Investment & data visualization
- Utilizing different membership models for needs-based support
- The role of research in developing the Clubhouse model
Workshops:
- Hands-on training in data visualization
- Motivational interviewing for goal-setting
- Using theater as a tool for inclusion and dialogue
Wednesday’s speakers will be at least:
- Opening speech by Daniel Sazonov, Deputy Mayor of the City of Helsinki
- Lee Kellogg, Program Officer, Clubhouse International
- Oskar Törnebladh, Systems Expert, The Finnish Clubhouse Coalition, and Sami Ylitalo, Director of Development, ESKOT ry
- Antti Karvanen, Head of Digital, A-lehdet
The conference will be held on Wednesday from 09:00 to 16:30.
Evening Reception & Dinner (18:00 to 22:30): A chance to connect informally
with colleagues across Europe
Thursday, May 22: Equality
Theme: Promoting inclusive and accessible Clubhouse communities
Keynotes and panels:
- Dakota Robin: Advocate for equality and human rights
- Addressing accessibility and inclusion in Clubhouse operations
- Digital accessibility & multilingual support
- Supporting diverse learning needs in Clubhouse programs
- Strategies for engaging young and older members
Workshops:
- Clubhouse standards in everyday work
- Creativity as part of rehabilitation
- Innovations in study support programs
The conference will be held on Thursday from 09:00 to 15:45.
Accommodation
Please not that accommodation is not included in the price.
The Conference guests can stay at Sokos Hotel Presidentti if they wish. The hotel is located in the middle of the heart of Helsinki and the celebratory dinner will be held at Sokos Hotel Presidentti.
Cost per night is about 190-210 €. When booking a room at the Sokos Hotel Presidentti, remember to use our code: BEUROPEANCONFERENCE. Please note that availability is limited, so be quick with your booking!
You are free to explore other accommodation options in Helsinki or Vantaa (e.g., Tikkurila), which offers a little bit more affordable prices with great public transport connections to Helsinki. We recommend exploring different options on Booking.com.
You will get more information about everything when you register for the conference.