The 2027 parliamentary election in brief
- Election day is Sunday 18 April 2027.
- Advance voting in Finland on 7–13 April 2027 and abroad on 7–10 April 2027.
- Lauri Lavanti is the Greens' candidate in the Uusimaa electoral district.
- Uusimaa elects more members of parliament than any other district in Finland.
- Candidate numbers are confirmed on 18 March 2027.
- Campaign themes: the economy, education, and freedom — together, digital independence.
Finland needs to secure its digital independence in the age of AI — that is why I am running. I bring to parliament more than ten years of hands-on experience building secure software and banking services, and an MSc in technology from Aalto University. I wrote more about the candidacy in its announcement.
I am a municipal councillor in Kirkkonummi, chair of the Green council group, and a father of four. To me, politics means taking care of shared matters, sustainably and across party lines — openness, honesty, and listening to different views matter, especially on hard questions.
I am also the initiator of the Digital Independence citizens’ initiative. In July 2026 it gathered the 50,000 signatures required for parliamentary consideration. It will be submitted to parliament after the spring 2027 election, so that the new parliament has time to consider it in full. You can find more about my background on the About Lauri page and among the endorsements.
How does the economy work in the age of AI?
The economy works in the age of AI only if Finland builds its own expertise instead of merely buying technology from outside. I demand that public AI and digital procurement be open and portable, so vendor dependency does not drain tax money year after year.
Parliament decides on procurement, data infrastructure, and the rules of working life. Those decisions need people who know the technology in practice — otherwise we buy solutions without understanding what we are buying.
How does education stay available to everyone?
Education stays available to everyone when skills can be built at every stage of life — from early childhood education to vocational training and universities. In the age of AI, education is infrastructure, not a line item.
I especially emphasise the role of libraries: they offer free knowledge and skills without harvesting user data. That makes them essential guardians of equality in the age of AI.
How is freedom secured in the age of AI?
Freedom is secured by making fundamental rights the starting point of all legislation. AI makes mass surveillance technically easy and cheap — which is exactly why privacy protection must be defended with particular care.
Without strong privacy protection, democracy cannot function. I have built software in regulated industries and know that privacy does not protect itself: it is protected by laws and by people who understand the technology.
How do I vote in the 2027 parliamentary election?
You can vote in advance at any general advance polling station in Finland on 7–13 April 2027. On election day, Sunday 18 April, you vote at your assigned polling station, stated in the notice of the right to vote sent by post or via the Suomi.fi service. Full details are available from the Ministry of Justice election service vaalit.fi.
Voters registered in the Uusimaa electoral district can vote for Lauri Lavanti. To inform your decision, read the posts and subscribe to the newsletter below.
Who funds this campaign?
- Campaign budget
- €45,000
- Raised so far
- €2,000+ €8,589 pending
- Spent so far
- €0+ €6,559 committed
- Still to raise
- €34,411As of 11 October 2026
On the campaign trail
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Conversations at the Greens’ market tent -
Rainbow flags at Kirkkonummi town hall, summer 2026 -
The campaign team’s kick-off meeting, September 2026 Photo: Erkki Laine
Campaign event calendar
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Towards greater digital independence in artistic production, Reset! Helsinki
Oranssi ry, Helsinki
Lauri Lavanti joins the panel "Towards greater digital independence in artistic production" at Reset! Helsinki – Reclaiming the Digital. Nitin Sawhney moderates the panel. The event is free, but advance registration is required.
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Open campaign team meeting
Entresse Library, Blue room, Espoo
The campaign team is meeting again. We will go through where the campaign stands now and agree on the next steps towards the election spring. Welcome to join us if you want to help build the campaign.
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How are you, Kirkkonummi? The development of the central forest
Fyyri library, Mörne hall, Kirkkonummi
What should happen to Keskusmetsä (the central forest) in Kirkkonummi? The "How are you, Kirkkonummi?" discussion series from Kirkkonummen Vihreät continues with a panel discussion on the development of the central forest. The discussion will be moderated by Lauri Lavanti, chair of the Green group on Kirkkonummi municipal council and parliamentary candidate. The panellists will be announced later. Come to listen, to ask questions and to share your own views. The event is open to all and free of charge.
Frequently asked questions about the election
In which electoral district is Lauri Lavanti running in the 2027 parliamentary election?
Lauri Lavanti is the Greens' candidate in the Uusimaa electoral district. The district covers the municipalities of Uusimaa apart from Helsinki — for example Kirkkonummi, Espoo, and Vantaa. Only voters registered in the Uusimaa district can vote for him.
When is the 2027 Finnish parliamentary election held?
Election day is Sunday 18 April 2027. Advance voting takes place in Finland on 7–13 April and abroad on 7–10 April 2027.
What are Lauri Lavanti's themes in the 2027 parliamentary election?
The campaign rests on three pillars: the economy, education, and freedom. Together they form the goal of a digitally independent Finland that uses AI and technology on its own terms — so that no one is left behind.
What is Lauri Lavanti's candidate number?
Candidate numbers are assigned when the candidate lists are confirmed on 18 March 2027. The number will be updated on this page as soon as it is confirmed.
Can I vote for Lauri Lavanti in advance?
Yes. Advance voting runs in Finland on 7–13 April 2027, and you can vote in advance at any general advance polling station. On election day, 18 April 2027, you vote at your assigned polling station, stated in your notice of the right to vote.
How can I support Lauri Lavanti's campaign?
You can support the campaign by joining the campaign team or donating to the campaign at lavanti.fi/lahjoita. The campaign finance page shows the budget, the funds raised by source and the money spent. You can also subscribe to the newsletter, share the posts, and discuss the campaign themes. To join the team, get in touch through the contact page.