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We are a social club founded by women, provoking intercultural encounters in Helsinki since 1986.

Welcome to IWCH!

Add another dimension to your social life in Helsinki by joining our community of 160+ women from nearly 50+ countries, of all different ages.

Monthly Activities

Explore the regular events that we have in store for you every month.

Please, bear in mind that these groups are for members only, and are generously offered by our members on top of the events organized by the IWCH board.

Would you like to start or join a new group? We’re happy to help you get cracking.

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Our monthly activities will take you to various locations in Helsinki, private & public. Discover the beauty of the city anew.

Events Calendar

October Casual Get-Together | Klaus K Hotel

Instead of a social luncheon, this time let’s get together for a cozy afternoon tea, a relaxed and conversational late afternoon gathering at the stylish Klaus K Hotel! Klaus K […]

October 20 @ 16:00 – 18:00
Early Birds’ Morning Coffee

Kick start your day into the weekend by meeting eager ladies who all get better after some coffee! Come as you are and enjoy the cosy atmosphere of the café, […]

October 15 @ 08:15 – 09:15
Executive roundtable: Nordic–global connections & leadership

An Executive Dialogue with HRH Queen Consort Olori Cecilia of the Owu Kingdom, exploring Nordic–Global Connections across Cultural Heritage, Trade, and Leadership. Hosted by Rödl & Partner in collaboration with […]

October 6 @ 10:00 – 12:00
Walk and Coffee

Please join us on Wednesday 14 October for a walk around Seurasaari. Easy, flat walk around 5km. Meet at carpark area at bridge across to Seurasaari. We will go for a coffee after the walk.

October 14 @ 10:00 – 12:00
Visit | Aarikka Flagship Store

Aarikka – House of Iconic Design Aarikka is a Finnish house of arts and design known for timeless and elegant fashion, jewelery, and home items. Aarikka is deeply rooted in […]

October 28 @ 18:00 – 19:30
Ateneum | Elga Sesemann

Join us at Ateneum, the Finnish National Gallery, in exploring the newly opened exhibition of Elga Sesemann’s works. We will listen to an introduction of the exhibition, after which we […]

October 27 @ 16:00 – 18:00
Inside the Arts | Inka Bell

Join us for another exclusive dip into the Helsinki art scene. This time, Inside the Arts visits the atelier of Finnish artist Inka Bell. Inka Bell (b. 1981) is a Helsinki-based […]

October 5 @ 17:00 – 18:00
Visit | Ministry of Social Affairs and Health

Welcome to the Ministry of Social Affairs and Health of Finland to learn about our work and the RDI Growth Programme for Health and Wellbeing. During the visit, you will […]

October 22 @ 14:00 – 15:30
Stories of Women in Ukraine

We are privileged to welcome Mrs. Inna Adamovich, President and Co-founder of STAYWITHUKRAINE Inc. from Texas USA, to share with us firsthand stories of women now in Ukraine. Russian-born Americans, […]

October 6 @ 18:00 – 19:30
Trip to Rome

Need another holiday already? Rome is calling! As a culmination of our 40th Anniversary year, we are planning a trip to Rome between 7th-11th October together with the Finnish Ministry of Foreign Affairs Spouses […]

October 7 @ 12:00 – October 11 @ 14:00
Inside the Arts | Elina Brotherus

Join us for another exclusive dip into the Helsinki art scene. This time, Inside the Arts visits the atelier of Finnish artist Elina Brotherus. Elina Brotherus is one of the most […]

September 3 @ 17:00 – 18:00
Visit to Helsinki Expo and Convention Center, Messukeskus

Join us for an exclusive behind-the-scenes visit to Finland’s largest event and congress venue. Founded in 1919, just two years after Finland gained independence, the Finnish Fair Corporation was established […]

September 30 @ 15:00 – 17:00
Early Birds’ Morning Coffee

Kick start your day into the weekend by meeting eager ladies who all get better after some coffee! Come as you are and enjoy the cosy atmosphere of the café, […]

September 3 @ 08:15 – 09:15
‘Ladies Night’ at Hotel Kämp

As per the wishes of our members after the success of our last event: “Ladies Night” is back! We meet this time in Kämp, starting with drinks in the newly […]

September 24 @ 18:00 – 21:00
Hakaniemi Market Hall: Explore and Eat

Fresh sea food is best available from Thursday onwards at the fishmongers. We will also look into stalls selling meat, cheese, fruit and vegetables. So do bring your shopping basket […]

September 17 @ 10:00 – 13:00
Walk & Coffee – Suomenlinna

lease join us on Tuesday 1 September for a walk around Suomenlinna. Moderate, fairly flat walk around 5km. Meet at Market Square, next to ferry terminal, from 9:45. We are catching the 10:00 am ferry so don’t be late! We will walk for approx 1 hour, have a coffee and then catch the return ferry…

September 1 @ 09:45 – 12:30
Visit to EMMA Museum

Please join us for a guided tour of the EMMA – Espoo Museum of Modern Art, with a welcome by Krist Gruijthuijsen, the Director of the EMMA. This visit has been arranged in conjunction with our member, Pauline Portheine. Entry is free with museum card.

September 22 @ 13:50 – 15:30
September Luncheon | President Tarja Halonen

As an inspiring start of our activity year, we are greatly honored to have Former President of Finland, Tarja Halonen, as our September luncheon distinguished speaker! President Halonen served as […]

September 8 @ 11:25 – 14:30
Book Club ~2 – September Book

If you would like to join English Book Club 2, please sign up for this event and read the book!

September 14 @ 17:30 – 19:30
Opening Ceremony – IWCH 40th Anniversary Art Exhibition

Echoes of International Creativity: IWCH 40th Anniversary Art Exhibition Join us for the opening of an art exhibition showcasing our own members’ works, on May 11th at 17:00 at the iconic Sanomatalo. The […]

May 11 @ 17:00 – 18:00
Inside the Arts | Anna Retulainen’s Atelier

Join us for another exclusive dip into the Helsinki art scene. This time, Inside the Arts visits the atelier of Finnish painter Anna Retulainen. About Anna Retulainen: “In her working […]

May 19 @ 17:00 – 18:00
Nest Factory – Summer Fashion Show

Get ready for the summer heat, because it’s coming! You are warmly welcome to enjoy our own Club models dressed in Tracey’s sustainable summer fashion. Nest Factory specializes in handcrafted resort, […]

May 20 @ 18:00 – 20:00
Early Birds’ Morning Coffee

Kick start your day into the weekend by meeting eager ladies who all get better after some coffee! Come as you are and enjoy the cosy atmosphere of the café, […]

May 22 @ 08:15 – 09:15
Visit | Reetta Hiltunen’s Atelier

Warm welcome to visit Reetta Hiltunen’s atelier in Ullanlinna, … where she offers a discussion and glimpse into her vibrant world, where painting, printmaking, and surface pattern design intersect in […]

May 22 @ 17:30 – 19:00
Afternoon Tea with ULPU

Join us for a Saturday Afternoon Tea with ULPU, the Finnish Ministry of Foreign Affairs Spouses Association. This special gathering brings together IWCH and ULPU members who come from various […]

May 16 @ 15:00 – 17:00