Nordsystrar - Sisters of the North

NORDSYSTRAR -Sisters of the north

We work to support women, children, and LGBTQIA+ people on the move in Greece. Through aid efforts, sustainability projects, and awareness-raising, we make a difference—together.

Sisters of the  North – Solidarity in Action, from Swedish-speaking Finland to Greece.


Sisters of the north is a Finland-Swedish humanitarian organization working at the grassroots level to support women, children, and LGBTQIA+ people on the move. We combine local advocacy in Swedish-speaking Finland with direct efforts in Greece, where we regularly travel to personally distribute essential supplies and work on sustainable solutions.

We know exactly where our aid goes, ensuring that it reaches those who need it most. Through transparency, Collaborations, presence, long-term commitment and an activistic approach, we try to make a real impact—both at home and on the ground in the refugee camps.

What do we do?

Lectures & Awareness Work

Lectures & Awareness Work

We give lectures at schools, organizations, and events to raise awareness about the refugee situation in Greece. Through collaboration with local organizations, we help build a deeper understanding of the situation and how people can contribute.

Collections & Support from Swedish-speaking Finland

Collections & Support from Swedish-speaking Finland

When we are in Swedish-speaking Finland, we collect clothes, hygiene products, and other essential supplies, which we then send to Greece. We also collaborate with local initiatives to raise awareness.

Collaboration with Local Organizations in Greece

Collaboration with Local Organizations in Greece

We collaborate with several local aid centers and organizations, including:

✔️ Bashira Center
✔️ Ariadni Center
✔️ Offene Arme
✔️ The Hope Project

Together, we collect clothing, funds, and resources to support their work and provide aid to refugees on the ground.

DIY Workshops & Crafting on Site

DIY Workshops & Crafting on Site

Through our partners on Lesvos and Chios, we organize DIY workshops for women and children in the refugee camps. During these workshops, participants create essential items needed in the camps while engaging in meaningful activities. We produce soap, skincare products, and clothing—basic necessities that are often difficult to access in the camps. In addition, we frequently arrange bread baking and cooking sessions, providing both nutrition and a sense of community. We also develop educational materials, such as our own coloring book, which represents children from different nationalities in the camps—allowing them to see themselves reflected and feel acknowledged in an often challenging reality.

Impact Overview

Would You Like to Help?

There are many ways to support our work! Since we operate at the grassroots level, we ensure that all aid reaches those who need it most.

How you can Contribute:  

Donate Essential Supplies

We regularly send clothes, hygiene products, toys, and other essential items to our partner organizations on Lesvos and Chios. Would you like to donate something? Get in touch with us!

Support with a Donation

Your contributions help us cover shipping costs, organize activities, and purchase the most needed supplies on-site. Every euro makes a difference!

Corporate Partnerships

Are you a business owner? We gladly collaborate with companies that want to support our work through products, services, or sponsorships.

Organize a Collection or Charity Event

Would you like to engage your school, workplace, or organization? By organizing a collection or charity event, you can help us reach even further!

Become a Member and Get Involved!

Do you want to be part of Nordsystrar’s work and help make a difference? By becoming a member, you support our commitment to women, children, and LGBTQIA+ people on the move.

✔️ Support our work through an annual membership fee.
✔️ Get exclusive member discounts on our collaborations and events.
✔️ Stay informed about our work and receive updates before anyone else.

Instagram

HYGIENKITS ÅT KVINNOR PÅ FLYKT I FRANKRIKE💙

Igår träffades @mittemellanmarthorna och @nordsystrar för att starta igång vårt nya projekt - hygienkits som ska delas ut i tältläger i Calais.

Vi gör kitsen i samarbete med @imnordiceco och strävar till att göra dem så hållbara som möjligt.

Men vi behöver er hjälp!
Vi behöver folk som vill:
- sy tygpåsar
- samla in tandborstar, tandkräm och våtservetter
- bidra ekonomiskt till kitsen

Vill du göra något av detta? - hör av dig!💙NORDSYSTRAR 💙 FRK MALAX

Igår var det dags för ännu en loppiskväll i Yttermalax tillsammans med @frk.malax . Under kvällen ordnade vi en utställning för att demonstrera hur ett liv i ett flyktingläger kan se ut.

Tack till alla som deltog och tack till er som bidrog till vår verksamhet genom att köpa kaffe 💙VÄLKOMMEN PÅ LOPPIS💙

Nordsystrars samarbete med Malax Röda Korset fortsätter och denna gång hade vi Fina från Nordsystrar som tog en rundtur bland alla fynd. 
Som ni ser finns det massor av pärlor att fynda bland, både för stora och små👚🩳🧦

Nästa loppis ordnas 31.8 kl.17-19 och all vinst från kaffeserveringen går till Nordsystrars verksamhet💙

Förutom loppis och kaffeservering så kommer vi också ha en utställning - där du kan se hur en vardag i ett flyktingläger kan se ut.

Varmt välkomna!💙INSAMLING💙

250 € FÖR ATT KÖPA 8 BARNSTOLAR PÅ LESVOS💙

På Lesvos finns ett begränsat antal lägenheter för kvinnor som av olika orsaker inte kan vistas i lägret. 

Många av dessa kvinnor har små barn.  Barnstolar behövs.

Vi vill få ihop åtminstone 8 stycken, och vi hoppas ni kan hjälpa oss! 💙

1 st = 30€ 
1/2 st = 15€

Mobilepay: #46849UPCYCLINGKVÄLL - till förmån för kvinnor på flykt 💙

Välkommen på en kväll där vi syr och packar hygienpåsar som skickas till kvinnor på flykt i Calais, Frankrike.🇫🇷

Vi tar gärna emot hygienprodukter: tandborstar, tandkräm, fasta tvålar och oljor🧴

Var? Solhem, Övermalax
När? 7.9 kl.18-21MEDLEMSKAMPANJ💙

Vår kära Nordsystrar-Malin har virkat denna otroliga väska. Och det vill vi fira med att ge bort den! Så den första som blir medlem efter att vi postat detta, kommer få denna skönhet. Först till kvarn - lycka till!

Du kan bli medlem genom att skicka dm eller maila nordsystrar@gmail.com. 💙

Medlemsavgift:
- 20€ ordinarie
- 15€ studerande, pensionärer

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