We would like to thank everyone who has helped with setting up the exhibition and attended the opening last Wednesday. In particular:
Stoa for providing the space technical support and the drinks, many thanks to Petra as well!
Paiju Tyrvainen for the opening speech and the kind words
Jaana Pylkkänen, and all those from Pro-Meri Rastila and Fokka for their kind words and assistance and of course for initiating the alternative master-plan
Palace and cultural network – Pacunet/Suomalais-filippiniläinen yhdistys/Xezal Kurdish Group/Suomalais-Kurdilainen Ystävysseura/Valkolaiset – Greece: Who provided items and clothing and other very interesting things for the OURColours exhibition
Ayhan Turkman & Borislav Borisov for working so hard on the videos
Sare Deniz, Sultan Akpinar, Derya Bakir, Fatma Yasa for preparing the excellent food, which we know everyone enjoyed
The Band – La Gallada who played at the opening
Emmi Nykänen for taking the photos and video of the opening
Milja and Juho-Atte for helping with translations
If there is anyone we have missed, please forgive us, and thank you for your help
Below are some photos (by Emmi) from the opening:
Thanks to ALL who came to the opening it was great to have your support!