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Fatema Jannat travelled 6,000 kilometres to Oulu, Finland seeking challenge – and found a home where safety, equality, and curiosity shaped her new beginning.

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Vivi came from the bustle of Vietnam to the calm of Oulu, where student life feels fun. She studies Computer Science and Engineering, but just as often cycles, dances, and builds connections.

Nelson Otieno swapped the fast-paced streets of Nairobi for the calm and crisp air of Oulu, and he hasn’t looked back since. A

Cristina’s journey is one of transformation, curiosity, and quiet courage. A linguist turned developer, she has embraced the unfamiliar with a spirit of exploration and a deep reverence for language, nature, and community.

Lucy was looking for adventure when she decided to move to Finland. Accompanied by her beloved dog Tilly, she packed her bags and headed north.

When Elena Sormunen, 45, moved to Oulu with just one suitcase, she left behind a successful career in Kyiv and started everything from the beginning.

When Ivan Melobenskyi arrived in Oulu in 2023, he stepped into a world that was quieter, safer, and more distant than anything he had known before.

What does it mean to leave one home and find another? In 2021, Tugba Whitehead left Turkey with more than just a suitcase.

When Ananya Thakur boarded a flight from Delhi to Finland in July 2023, she wasn’t just crossing continents, she was stepping into a completely new version of herself.

Md. Golam Muhtasim, originally from Dhaka, Bangladesh, holds degrees in business and engineering and has worked in logistics and operations for top firms. In September 2024, he moved to Finland with his wife.

What happens when a life built across continents meets the tranquil rhythm of Finland? For Deborah Oulu became the unlikely setting for the most fulfilling chapter of her life.