Lapinlahden Lähde Oy operates according to the principles of social entrepreneurship, i.e. instead of maximising financial profit, it operates in an economically sustainable manner in pursuit of social goals.

In Lapinlahti, our mission is to provide functional, safe and affordable facilities for the arts, culture and mental well-being, as well as community shelter and support. We also provide people with internships, work experience and jobs with the aim of developing their work skills and enabling them to move into the open labour market or long-term employment in the Lapinlahti community.

We do all this in a community-based, ecologically sustainable, socially responsible and inclusive way, promoting mental well-being, nurturing a vibrant artistic and cultural life and protecting our natural, built, functional and intangible cultural heritage. All our profits are directed towards the maintenance and development of Lapinlahti’s activities.