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Who We Are
Who We Are
We are a vibrant community organization dedicated to uniting Ghanaians living in Finland. Our mission is to preserve our rich cultural heritage while fostering integration and collaboration with Finnish society.
Our Mission
Our Mission
To unite and support Ghanaians in Finland through cultural preservation, community development, and meaningful partnerships that benefit both Ghanaian and Finnish communities.
Our Vision
Our Vision
A thriving Ghanaian community in Finland that celebrates its heritage while contributing positively to Finnish society and maintaining strong ties with Ghana.
Our Core Values
Our Core Values
Unity
Together we achieve more
Inclusion
Everyone is welcome
Service
Giving back to our community
Integrity
Leading with honesty and purpose
History of GUF — From NUGRIF to GUF
Our story began humbly in 1992 in the bomb shelter of Domus Academica in Helsinki, when a small group of Ghanaians founded the National Union of Ghanaians Resident in Finland (NUGRIF ry) — led by George Larbi, Wilberforce Essandor, Doris Ayim, and Emmanuel Ofosu.
In 1999, the name was changed to Ghana Union Finland (GUF ry) to reflect the organisation's growing vision and nationwide membership. Today, GUF continues to uphold the same spirit of unity, growth, and cultural pride that inspired its founders over 30 years ago.
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