turvapaikalle
Turvapaikalle is a Finnish term that translates to "to a place of safety" or "to asylum." It refers to the process of seeking and being granted protection in a country other than one's own, typically due to persecution or serious harm. The concept is rooted in international humanitarian law, primarily the Geneva Conventions and the 1951 Refugee Convention, which define who qualifies for asylum and outline the rights and protections they are entitled to.
Individuals seeking turvapaikalle are often referred to as asylum seekers. They apply for protection in a country