vapaaehtoisiin
Vapaaehtoisiin is the illative plural form of the Finnish noun vapaaehtoinen, meaning volunteer or voluntary. In Finnish grammar, illative forms express direction toward or into a group or activity, so vapaaehtoisiin is used when referring to joining or participating in volunteers or volunteer work. For example, Hän liittyi vapaaehtoisiin describes joining a group of volunteers.
Etymology and usage notes: Vapaaehtoinen combines elements meaning free or voluntary, reflecting the concept of actions
Contexts and role: Vapaaehtoisiin is commonly encountered in contexts related to volunteer organizations, charitable events, community
Social and organizational context: In Finland and many other countries, volunteering is a significant component of
See also: vapaaehtoistyö, vapaaehtoistoiminta, civil society, nonprofit organizations.