sosiaaliturvaverkoston

Sosiaaliturvaverkosto refers to the system of social security measures and benefits provided by a state to its citizens. In Finland, this network is extensive and designed to ensure a basic standard of living and provide support during various life situations such as unemployment, illness, old age, and parenthood. The Finnish social security system is largely funded through taxation and social insurance contributions.

Key components of the Finnish sosiaaliturvaverkosto include unemployment benefits, sickness allowances, parental leave benefits, child benefits, and pensions. These benefits are administered by different agencies, with Kela (The Social Insurance Institution of Finland) playing a central role in many of them. The system aims to reduce poverty and inequality, promote health and well-being, and facilitate labor market participation.

The principles guiding the Finnish social security system include universality, equality, and solidarity. Universality means that most residents are covered by the system. Equality ensures that benefits are provided without discrimination. Solidarity reflects the collective responsibility of society to support its members. The network is periodically reviewed and reformed to adapt to changing social and economic conditions.