Tjállegoahte Sami Cultural House Opens in Jokkmokk: A New Hub for Sami Culture
Tjállegoahte opens its cultural house in Jokkmokk, marking a milestone for Sami culture and community engagement.
Key Points
- • Tjállegoahte has opened a cultural house in Jokkmokk.
- • The initiative follows the success of last year's Bokmässan.
- • The space will promote Sami literature and serve as a civic center.
- • Malin Lantto emphasizes the need for collaboration and increased activities.
Today, Tjállegoahte officially opened its new cultural house in Jokkmokk, a significant development aimed at promoting Sami literature and fostering community engagement in the Sápmi region. Project leader Malin Lantto highlighted that this initiative follows the success of last year's Bokmässan (Book Fair), which served as a critical period for the organization to reassess its operations and find a clearer direction.
The new cultural house is envisioned as a dedicated space for Sami writing and literature, doubling as a civic center that invites various organizations to collaborate and utilize the facility. Lantto expressed optimism about the future, stating, "We will need more activities and partnerships to enhance our cultural offerings and attract events to the house." The space aims to inspire cultural exchange and cater to the needs of the Sami community while welcoming everyone in the region, thus strengthening local cultural identity and engagement.
As Tjállegoahte embarks on this new journey, the cultural house stands as a testament to its commitment to promoting reading and celebrating the unique aspects of Sami culture. Lantto emphasized the importance of collaboration moving forward, ensuring that the cultural house becomes a vibrant center for community activities.