Historians without Borders in Finland has been accepted as a member of the Federation of Finnish Learned Societies (TSV) on 26th of March 2026.
The Federation of Finnish Learned Societies, founded in 1899, serves as a central cooperation body for academic societies in Finland, bringing together expertise from across disciplines and strengthening the national research community.
Historians without Borders in Finland is a civil society organisation that promotes the responsible and constructive use of history, particularly in the prevention and reconciliation of conflicts, and works to counter the misuse of history that fuels divisions. Its work is grounded in a strong commitment to scholarly research and its methods.
Membership in TSV strengthens the organisation’s position within the Finnish academic community and supports its strategic aim of connecting rigorous historical research with its responsible use in societal dialogue — particularly in contexts where history is mobilised in politics, identity formation, or the justification of conflicts.
At its core, the organisation’s work is built on a research-based foundation that enables dialogue on difficult and contested issues. It does not merely participate in discussions, but acts as an active bridge-builder and initiator of critical conversations where interpretations of the past intersect with power, identities, and societal tensions.
In practical terms, the membership enhances the organisation’s operational capacity by enabling events at the House of Science and Letters, providing access to TSV’s publishing infrastructure, and strengthening connections with other learned societies.
The membership applies specifically to Historians without Borders in Finland as a national organisation. While it aligns with the broader principles and declaration of the international Historians without Borders network, it does not affect the structure, governance, or collaboration of the international network.
The membership further strengthens the organisation’s ability to bring historical expertise into situations where interpretations of the past directly shape present-day decisions.