eritaustaiset
Eritaustaiset is a Finnish term used to describe people whose background differs from the majority in terms of ethnicity, culture, language, or origin. It functions as an umbrella descriptor in public discourse, research, and policy discussions about diversity and inclusion in Finnish society.
The concept covers a range of groups, including immigrants, people born in Finland to foreign-born parents,
Eritaustaiset is not a fixed identity; individuals may or may not identify with a particular background, and
In Finnish society, equality and anti-discrimination legislation aims to protect people regardless of eritaustainen. Public institutions