Bridge-building
to promote the well-being of children and families
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The Haukkala Foundation
The purpose of the Haukkala Foundation is to promote the mental health of children and young people by supporting research, prevention, treatment, and rehabilitation of psychiatric and psycho-social disorders and social exclusion, as well as education, development, and publishing activities in the field, in cooperation with other actors.
The foundation fulfills its purpose by awarding grants to research groups and researchers, supporting competence development and education, information dissemination, publishing activities, and international research cooperation, as well as by making initiatives and proposals and providing expert statements. The foundation's goal is to strengthen a culture of collaboration that promotes the well-being of children and young people regionally, nationally, and internationally.
The foundation fulfills its purpose by awarding grants to research groups and researchers, supporting competence development and education, information dissemination, publishing activities, and international research cooperation, as well as by making initiatives and proposals and providing expert statements. The foundation's goal is to strengthen a culture of collaboration that promotes the well-being of children and young people regionally, nationally, and internationally.
History
For decades, the Haukkala Foundation and its predecessor, The Haukkala Child Psychiatric Institution Support Association, founded in 1954, have played a pioneering role in promoting the well-being of children and young people and supporting their potential to lead fulfilling lives in Central Finland.
As a result of this work, a children's psychiatric treatment centre was established in Jyväskylä as early as 1955, making Haukkala one of the pioneers of children's psychiatric care in Finland.
Read more about the historyAs a result of this work, a children's psychiatric treatment centre was established in Jyväskylä as early as 1955, making Haukkala one of the pioneers of children's psychiatric care in Finland.
Vision
The Haukkala Foundation aims to contribute to a comprehensive understanding of the factors influencing children's mental well-being. To achieve this, we bring current research findings and perspectives into public discussion and make them accessible to professionals.
The Foundation works towards this goal using a child-centred, research-based approach that addresses current societal needs and emerging topics of discussion. We are committed to highlighting diverse perspectives that are significant for children's mental well-being, and to acting as a bridge-builder between different fields and stakeholders. Collaboration, networking and partnerships lie at the heart of our activities.
Mission
The Haukkala Foundation promotes a culture of collaboration that supports children's mental well-being and contributes to creating equal opportunities for a good childhood for every child.
Administration and Finance
The foundation's affairs are managed and it is represented by a board of directors elected for three years at a time. The foundation does not receive public subsidies; instead, it finances its operations with the returns from its own investment activities.
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The Haukkala Foundation has the possibility to receive donations for the development of its activities from both private individuals and organizations.