Covid vaccinations will expand to new age groups in Turku

The Finnish Institute for Health and Welfare recommends that municipalities gradually expand their fourth COVID-19 vaccinations during July-August. In Turku the fourth vaccination has been given during the summer to 70-79 year-olds who in medical risk groups, and now the fourth vaccination have been extended to all 70-79 year-olds. The exact start date of the fourth vaccination of those aged 18-69 in risk groups and those aged 60-69 who are not at risk is not yet known. Information on the expansion of vaccinations will be provided during August.

Mayor Minna Arve attends Bloomberg Harvard City Leadership Initiative

Bloomberg Harvard City Leadership Initiative has announced sixth class of mayors. Yearlong program provides 40 global mayors and 80 senior city leaders with world-class executive training and innovation skills to help deliver results for residents of their cities.

City of Turku and University of Turku Sign a Strategic Partnership Agreement 

The partnership agreement further deepens the diverse co-operation between the City and the University. The partners aim to develop the prerequisites for well-being and particularly internationality in the region.