yhdistysrekisteristä

The yhdistysrekisteri, or Register of Associations, is a public registry maintained by the Finnish Patent and Registration Office (PRH). It contains information about associations registered in Finland. Registration in the yhdistysrekisteri is voluntary for most associations, but it is a prerequisite for associations wishing to be recognized as public benefit organizations.

When an association is registered, its name, home municipality, purpose, and board members are recorded. The register also includes information about the association's statutes and any amendments made to them. This public information allows individuals to verify the existence and basic details of an association.

Registration provides an association with legal standing and allows it to conduct business, such as entering into contracts, owning property, and applying for funding. It also offers a degree of protection for the association's name, preventing other associations from registering with a confusingly similar name.

Access to the yhdistysrekisteri is generally public, meaning anyone can search for information about registered associations. This transparency promotes accountability and allows for due diligence by individuals or organizations interacting with associations. The PRH updates the register regularly as new information is submitted by associations.