Volunteer activities at the library support active citizenship, inclusion and a sense of community. Volunteers help the library reflect the community it serves. Activities run by volunteers do not replace the work of library staff.

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Reading Volunteers

Reading Volunteers read aloud to older people and people with disabilities in places such as sheltered housing and care homes. As a Reading Volunteer, you can help those who cannot read on their own. Reading together brings joy and social interaction to their day. 

Reading Volunteers can read to one person or a small group. The reading sessions last from 30 minutes to one hour. 

Reading Volunteers can choose how often, what, and where they read. However, the library hopes that they will commit to regular visits. The library matches each volunteer with a suitable care home and helps them find suitable reading material. 

Reading tips for reading volunteers

History and biographies Short stories, funny columns and humour Local history and other content related to Turku Books in easy language Treasures from the children’s section Folk traditions Poems, aphorisms, proverbs and riddles

Civic action

The library supports civic activities and city residents’ participation by offering space for citizens’ petitions. To submit a petition, please email the Director of Library Services.  

Contact information for Reading Volunteer activities

Janna Peltola 044 9074810