The Mannerheim League for Child Welfare develops its work through projects. The main focus for the projects is to develop new models and ways to work to use for the local associations and district organizations. Some nation-wide services have also been developed by the projects.

The helpline for children the Leagues “Child and youth phone” and helpline for parents "Parentline" are examples of a functions that were started in a project. The Finnish Slot Machine Association RAY is the biggest financier of the Mannerheim League for Child Welfare projects.

For more information on the projects or for discussing partnership in European Union projects please contact:

Ms Marie Rautava,
Director, programs and projects
phone +358 75 3245622
e-mail: marie.rautava (at) mll.fi
mail: Toinen Linja 17, FIN-00530 Helsinki, Finland

Memberships in international organisations

The Mannerheim League for Child Welfare (MLCW or in finnish MLL) is a among others a member of:

Eurochild AISBL is a network of organisations in Europe that work to improve the quality of life of children and young people.

euroNet European network on addiction prevention.

Child Helpline International Child Helpline International is a global network of child helplines with 81 members in 71 countries.

International Forum for Child Welfare (IFCW) The mission of IFCW is to work for children world wide to improve the quality of their lives and to enhance opportunities for the development of their full potential.

International Council on Social Welfare (ICSW) The International Council on Social Welfare (ICSW) is a global non-governmental organisation which represents a wide range of national and international member organisations that seek to advance social welfare, social development and social justice.

European Association for Care and Help at Home (EACHH)