| Name: | Tanja-Maria Nyman |
| Year of birth: | 1965 |
| County: |
North Ostrobothnia |
| Town: | Oulu |
Member in:
Tanja-Maria
Nyman
North Ostrobothnia
"People first – I want a fair, safe, and inclusive wellbeing area where everyone gets the support they need, no matter their age, background, or life situation."
I'm a language teacher and have worked both in Finland and abroad. At the age of 56, I took a leap into a new culture, worked in an international environment, and tried something completely new – like scuba diving! I truly believe that change brings opportunities for growth.
My family, friends, and colleagues describe me as positive, open-minded, and courageous. I build bridges between people and believe in a society where everyone feels seen and valued – regardless of age or background.
I’m passionate about education, diversity, and equality. In the wellbeing services county, I want to promote accessible services for both the young and the elderly, mental health support in schools, and an inclusive, people-cantered Oulu. Let's build an inclusive, people-first Oulu where everyone has the chance to thrive.
I am also running in the municipal elections
Visit the profile pageImportant political topics
Thriving children, adolescents and families
Investing in the wellbeing of children, young people, and families builds a strong and sustainable society. Preventing problems early improves safety, reduces future costs, and creates better lives for all generations.
Mental Health
Every young person struggling without support is one too many. By offering quicker and better mental health support, we prevent exclusion, restore hope, and build a stronger society for everyone.
Safe living
Feeling safe is a fundamental right – from infants to seniors. A safe society ensures health, quality of life, and community cohesion throughout all stages of life.
Candidates answers in election machine
1 / 11
There should be more mobile services, such as health buses and remote consultations.
Health buses and remote consultations improve accessibility, especially in sparsely populated areas and for the elderly – and make it easier to provide services in multiple languages.nd for the elderly.
2 / 11
Wellbeing services counties must increase investments in preventive healthcare, even if it means that other types of care receive fewer resources.
Preventive care reduces the need for more expensive treatments later and improves quality of life.
3 / 11
A personal doctor system should be introduced to improve continuity of care, even if it requires extra resources for a while.
Continuity builds trust and makes care more effective – a personal doctor system is a long-term investment.
4 / 11
Wellbeing services counties should prohibit the use of temporary agency doctors.
A total ban is not realistic – in some situations, locum doctors are necessary to ensure proper care.
5 / 11
More shelter spaces should be established to help individuals subjected to violence.
Shelters are important, but we also need preventive action and well-trained social workers.
6 / 11
To shorten waiting times, wellbeing services counties should increase the use of service vouchers.
Service vouchers should be increased to shorten queues, but they must not increase inequality. Public healthcare must be strengthened simultaneously.
7 / 11
Healthcare should be centralized if it saves money or improves quality.
Centralizing healthcare services might negatively affect accessibility and people\\\\\\\'s sense of security, especially in more remote areas. The situation with Oulaskangas hospital is an example that centralization is not always the best option. While economic and quality improvements are important, we must also guarantee people\\\\\\\'s right to acute and basic healthcare reasonably close to their homes.
8 / 11
Funding and resources for rescue services should be prioritized higher, even if it means cuts in other sectors.
Emergency services should have enough funding and resources, as they are essential for public safety and quick responses in emergencies. However, it\\\\\\\'s important to avoid making large cuts to other key sectors, such as schools, healthcare, or elderly care. We need a balanced approach to ensure fairness and good services across all sectors.
9 / 11
Undocumented migrants should have the right to non-urgent healthcare.
We cannot refuse healthcare to anyone just because they are undocumented. Healthcare is a basic right that must apply equally to all people, regardless of their background or legal status. It\\\\\\\'s about humanity and respecting everyone\\\\\\\'s dignity.
10 / 11
More emphasis should be placed on training healthcare staff in gender diversity and sexual diversity.
It\\\\\\\'s important that healthcare workers receive more training in gender and sexual diversity. This helps healthcare become more inclusive, safe, and respectful for all patients, regardless of gender identity or sexual orientation. It\\\\\\\'s about treating everyone with respect and understanding.
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If you could give a superpower to your future political leader, what would it be?
A clean and stable environment is essential for people\\\\\\\'s health and safety. Solving the climate crisis helps reduce conflicts, supports peace education, and creates better conditions for everyone to live healthier lives. Peace, health, and the environment are closely connected.