The newsletter of EP's Leader groups has been published in 2/2024
The second newsletter of 2024 has been published. Topics of the newsletter: Interview with Päivi Alaniska, who was elected as the chairman of Liiver's board of directors The longest fitness stairs in South Ostrobothnia can be found at Vimpel's Lakeaharju South Ostrobothnia rural developers Planting projects Points for rural financing projects - upcoming video series to help implement projects Open villages are coming again! We are participating in the Farmari fair The South Ostrobothnia Leader groups and the ELY center share current information on rural financing and its [...]
"Leader funding is my first love in the EU project world"
The Board of Development Association Liiver elected Päivi Alaniska, who lives in Seinäjoki, as the new chairman at the annual meeting in March. Alaniska has been on Liiver's board for six years and has worked on regional development and projects almost her entire career. When Alaniska was asked to be chairman, the answer was clear. - Yes, my first thought was that of course. Liiver's activities have been very meaningful to me and the staff was already […]
Read Liiver's current affairs in the April newsletter
Topics of the April newsletter: Long-awaited dog park for Ilmajoki Skilled rural entrepreneur diploma for Tiina Ventela - Read Tiina's story Liiver's board renewed 5 ideas on how to get young people involved See the list of those that received funding Sofas, speakers, 3D printer - see where Youth Leader support has been granted this year Read the newsletter here!
The long-awaited dog park for Ilmajoki
Hurttahaka ry of Ilmajoki built a long-needed dog park in Ilmajoki. Now in the large dog park of about 600 square meters, found behind Mötätuuli Areena, both big and small dogs can go outside on their own. The idea of a dog park to be built in Ilmajoki started after Laura Mäki-Välkkilä, the current president of the association, got herself a dog in 2017. The idea was accelerated by an accident that happened to her, which made it difficult with the dog due to a plastered leg [...]
The journey of a determined emigrant to become an accountant entrepreneur
Nature and the ease of living made Tiina Ventelä move with her husband from Helsinki to Jalasjärvi in 2010. For Tiina, the move also meant a change of field and new studies. At the beginning of his new career, he got to know a retired entrepreneur and went to work for him, qualifying as a Certified Public Accountant at the same time. Today, Tiina works as an auditor in her own company. With her company, Tiina has ensured the continuation of auditing services and the availability of services close to companies. - Really […]
The history table route inspires you to participate
In the village of Munaka, there is a strong spirit of action. This year, a Leader-funded history board route will be built in the village. The route is not only a concrete project to preserve the past, but also a strong sign of community spirit and enthusiasm for developing one's own village. Currently, there is no sports trail in the area of Munaka village. Alajoki landscapes and Kyrönjoki attract you to move around the area on foot or by bike. Interesting sites have been requested for the area. The idea of a history board route arose […]
The newsletter of EP's Leader groups has been published in 1/2024
The first newsletter of 2024 has been published. Topics of the newsletter: The future village 2.0 project has started - villages are being sought to join the ELY center and Leader groups are working closely on the EP - the goal is a sustainable and vibrant countryside Youth exchanges create life-long memories - In just over a year, Kuuistaan ry has run 10 international camps Ideas from study trips - nine associations applied for lessons learned to develop their own operations [...]
Lakeuden Elämysliikunta ry: Cooperation towards a healthier and more active environment
Lakeuden Elämysliikunta ry has developed the area of Jouppilanvuori and Kyrkösjärvi in Seinäjoki into a health exercise area suitable for all kinds of users. The association, together with the city of Seinäjoki, has implemented experiential exercise routes and experiential destinations in many EU Rural Development Fund projects. The association has recognized that in addition to investments, activities, cooperation, events and information are also needed in order to know how to take advantage of the opportunities offered by the region even more. These measures […]
Young people and decision-makers met in Wilhola
On September 5, 2023, the youth divisions of Liiver and Suupohja and the EU information center organized the "Clean the table for decision-makers" event, where young people could ask questions to their decision-makers. In addition, there were pizzas offered by the EU information center, as well as the opportunity to play with the decision-makers. City council chairman Sami Keskinen (second from right), education director Päivi Hernesmaa (center) and library director Jonna Saarijärvi (second from left) were there to answer the questions of the young people. Pizzas […]
"It's good to make an effort from Finland, they do trust us"
Long experience in theaters gave Jarkko Loima a good foundation for entrepreneurship. By combining experience in the theater industry with programming expertise, he created a software product called Misto ART, which facilitates the management of theater operations in complex schedules and space reservations. Founded around the product, Riverside Solutions has now established its position in Finland and aims for moderate growth in Europe. Before becoming a full-time entrepreneur, Loima worked in theaters and publicly funded organizations for twenty years [...]