The Ministry of Education and Culture has granted a cultural appropriation of 236,000 euros to the Sámi assemblies. There is an increase of 57,000 euros compared to previous years.
– As the person responsible for cultural policy, I am satisfied that we are finally able to get the lifting done as a result of our long-term work, Juuso commented in the press release.
The Ministry of Education and Culture has granted a total of 236,000 euros for the promotion of Sámi-speaking culture, the support of Nordic Sámi organizations and the maintenance of Utsjoki’s Sámi church shelters. The increase compared to previous years is 57,000 euros.
The funding allocation will be decided in the middle of the month
The distribution of the allocation will be decided by the cultural committee under the Sámi Assembly’s board on 16-17. February. Decisions will be announced by the end of February.
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