tuenvelvoitteet
Tuen velvoitteet refer to the duties and obligations that accompany the receipt of social welfare and other public support in Finland. The concept describes what recipients must do to remain eligible for benefits and to ensure that public funds are used appropriately. The exact obligations depend on the type of benefit and are set out in relevant laws and regulations, as well as by authorities such as Kela (the Social Insurance Institution) and municipal social services.
Common obligations for benefit recipients include reporting changes in circumstances that affect eligibility, such as income,
If a recipient fails to meet these obligations, the authorities may adjust, suspend, or terminate the benefit.
The framework of tuen velvoitteet aims to balance support for those in need with requirements that promote