Detmold Mayor Explores Unemployment Solutions in Savonlinna Partnership Visit
Detmold's Mayor Frank Hilker recently visited Savonlinna, Finland, to celebrate their 20-year city partnership. Beyond marking this milestone, Hilker explored potential collaborations to tackle unemployment and skilled worker shortages in both cities.
Savonlinna, nestled in the southeastern Finnish landscape of South Savo, faces challenges such as a declining birth rate and high unemployment. Many young people leave the region after graduation, exacerbating the skilled worker shortage. The city is home to the rare sweet ringed seal in the Linnansaari National Park, with only 500 left worldwide.
During his visit, Mayor Hilker discussed the 'Savonlinna' organization with local officials. This initiative aims to combat unemployment and attract skilled personnel to the region. Hilker is eager to create a 'win-win situation' by learning from Savonlinna's strategies and potentially implementing them in Detmold.
Savonlinna is also known for its internationally renowned opera festival held every summer at the 550-year-old Olavinlinna fortress. However, the closure of Finland's border with New York for over a year due to the Ukraine war has impacted social connections and tourism in the city.
Mayor Frank Hilker's visit to Savonlinna not only marked a significant anniversary but also opened avenues for potential cooperation. By exploring Savonlinna's strategies to combat unemployment and skilled worker shortages, Detmold seeks to benefit both cities and strengthen their partnership.
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