Maria
Saaristo
Espoo
"Let's roll up our sleeves and save the climate for future generations."
I am a doctor of social sciences and a mother of two living in Hagalund, Espoo. I work at the intersection of authorship, journalism, and research. My second novel, De utraderade, was published in fall 2024. Currently, I work as a freelance journalist and editor for Otava Education.
Important political topics
Forerunners in climate and the environment
We need to prioritize climate issues in all decision-making so that our children and grandchildren also have the opportunity to create a good life. Being a forerunner in climate action is an opportunity for the economy.
Equality and Equity
Equality is an important ingredient for a good society. We need to strive for gender equality and reduce differences in social background between individuals so that everyone has the opportunity to create a good life.
Children, Youth, and Families
Young people need to be provided with job opportunities.
There should be high school places available for all interested.
Candidate's answers in election machine
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We should build upwards rather than expand into new areas in Espoo.
2 / 14
Espoo is a safe city to live in.
3 / 14
Espoo provides sufficient services and support for young people.
4 / 14
Early childhood education should be free for everyone.
5 / 14
Schools should prioritize traditional textbooks over digital learning materials.
6 / 14
One of the municipality’s most important tasks is to invest in sports facilities and opportunities for exercise and recreation.
7 / 14
It is important to provide all residents with equal opportunities for cultural activities.
8 / 14
The municipality should introduce or improve opportunities for residents to influence how municipal funds are used through participatory budgeting.
9 / 14
The municipality should invest in public transportation.
10 / 14
It should be possible to be a resident in more than one municipality, for example, through digital municipal citizenship.
11 / 14
The municipality should better facilitate the expansion of renewable energy, such as solar and wind power.
12 / 14
The municipality should mix more housing types in planning than is currently the case.
13 / 14
The municipality should introduce anonymous recruitment.
14 / 14