Miesten tasa-arvo ry

Founded in 2008, Miesten tasa-arvo ry is a non-governmental organisation based in Helsinki, Finland working on gender equality, education, health +1 more.

Miesten tasa-arvo ry is a politically and religiously independent Finnish association founded in 2008 that promotes gender equality from the perspective of men and boys. It produces research-based statements and submissions to policymakers and authorities, publishes the Yleinen tasa-arvoindeksi (YTI, General Equality Index) and statistical compilations on gender equality topics, and awards annual equality prizes. It also runs the STEA-funded Seurustelua ilman väkivaltaa project, which offers support to boys and young men who have experienced dating violence. Membership is open to anyone who accepts the association's rules, with an annual fee of 30 euros (10 euros reduced) and a joining fee of 10 euros. The association is funded mainly by membership fees and donations and does not receive statutory state funding. It is based in Helsinki and active throughout Finland.