Participatory budgeting in municipalities and provinces of Finland

This guide in Finnish presents different ways to apply participatory budgeting.

The resource provides practical guidance on how municipalities and provinces can engage residents in financial decision-making. It emphasizes the importance of including residents in budget allocation discussions, prioritization and decision-making, which leads to more relevant services and increased citizen satisfaction.

For municipalities interested in developing participatory budgeting, the guide outlines key benefits, such as improved transparency, increased trust in governance, and more efficient resource use. It also presents different models municipalities can adopt, including task-based, regional, project-based, or percentage-based budget allocations.

It also highlights successful examples from Finnish towns and offers tips for collaboration with local communities and other stakeholders, showcasing the flexibility of the process to suit varying local needs.

Source: Suomen Kuntaliitto
Author information: Ritva Pihlaja, Päivi Kurikka, Henrik Rainio, Sini Sallinen, Marja-Liisa Ylitalo
Language: Finnish

Year of publication: 2017