African Anti-Racism Society Finland

Founded in 2020, African Anti-Racism Society Finland is a non-governmental organisation based in Helsinki, Finland working on human rights, justice & legal aid, community development.

African Anti-Racism Society Finland (AFARS) is a non-governmental, non-profit association founded in 2020 in Helsinki by African activists and community organisers. Inspired by the Black Lives Matter protests of 2020, it works to combat anti-Blackness, racism, and institutional and structural discrimination in Finland. Its activities include anti-racism education and training of trainers, community dialogues and empowerment for African and African-descent people, advocacy and public statements on police and law enforcement accountability, and referrals for legal assistance and support for victims of racism. AFARS is led by people of Sub-Saharan African origin and aims to give African communities a voice in public discussion and decision-making. It is funded in part by individual and institutional membership fees and welcomes members and volunteers.