Silvi Kaarakainen

Silvi Kaarakainen is a versatile professional with extensive experience in social services and photography. Currently serving as a family worker at Päijät-Hämeen hyvinvointialue since February 2023 and a youth worker in Sysmä since February 2022, Silvi also has a long-standing career as a freelance photographer, collaborating with notable organizations such as Opetusalan Ammattijärjestö OAJ, Lasten Suojelun Keskusliitto, JHL, Sanoma Magazines, and Otavamedia since 2010. Additionally, Silvi held a temporary position as a project worker at Kiipulasäätiö from August to December 2023. Educational credentials include a Bachelor of Arts in Photography from Lahti University of Applied Sciences, ongoing studies in Social Work, and Master studies in Journalism from Haaga-Helia University of Applied Sciences. Furthermore, Silvi has pursued media communications through Helsinki Open University.