Demos Helsinki

Demos Helsinki is a globally operating, non-profit, and independent think tank that conducts research, creates new policy tools, and helps build capacities to instigate and sustain essential transitions. We collaborate with local and national governments, international organisations, civil society, and companies to create the tools that will define this pivotal moment in global history.

Founded in 2005, we are headquartered in Finland but collaborate on projects globally. We are a community of about 70 curious and kind individuals from various backgrounds and expertise. We are predominantly project-funded and fully independent, without any party affiliations as an organisation.

Alongside partners worldwide, we are committed to leading societal transformations. When tools, structures and mindsets are unfit for purpose, Demos Helsinki exists to address the challenges of collective action, which is required for societal change.

In our 20 years of experience, we bridge the gap between immediate interventions and long-term societal needs. Together with other organisations like us and partners in governments, critical industries, academia, civil society, the arts, and more, we proliferate the belief that a fair, sustainable and joyful next era is possible.