Organization

All Our Children

All Our Children is an anti-racist children’s rights organization founded in Helsinki in 1988. Our aim is to influence Finnish society so that all children – regardless of colour, language, religion, culture, origin or wealth – can thrive in our country. The work of our NGO is based on the principles set out in the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child.

Our mission is achieved by tackling racist attitudes and practices and by strengthening the inclusion of children, young people and families. Through communication and advocacy, we also contribute to the realization of children’s rights around the world.

Our work is based on courage, caring and equality.

Our goals

Our 2024 strategy includes the following key objectives:

  • OBJECTIVE 1: To promote children’s rights by working for good population relations and influencing decision-making.
  • OBJECTIVE 2: To promote the well-being, inclusion and sense of belonging of children and young people who have experienced crisis, loss and discrimination.
  • OBJECTIVE 3: To strengthen understanding and respect for diversity and reduce racism and discrimination against children and young people.

Our activities

  • Activities to Support Integration
  • Training and Support Related to International Adoption
  • Anti-Racism Education
  • Communication and Advocacy
  • Foster Care Services for Children with Diverse Backgrounds (Home Ilola)

All Our Children is a member organization of the Central Union for Child Welfare, Finnish Development NGOs Fingo, Finnish Federation for Social Affairs and Health SOSTE.

Members

All Our Children has roughly 750 members from different parts of Finland. Anyone who identifies with the objectives and activities of the NGO can join as a member.