Sitra, the Finnish Innovation Fund, is responsible for organizing the Helsinki Design Lab in cooperation with other key partners. Sitra is an independent, publicly funded body which, under the supervision of the Finnish Parliament, promotes the welfare of Finnish society. Since its establishment, Sitra's duty has been to promote stable and balanced development in Finland, the qualitative and quantitative growth of its economy, and its international competitiveness and co-operation. Our activities are governed by a vision of a successful and skilled Finland. We have always operated with a strong belief in the future and in the ability of innovation to benefit society.
HDL is a continuation of Sitra's long-term activities in making design a key driver in building the Finnish society and the innovation system. The first design related event was funded by Sitra in 1968 to tackle the future challenges of industry, environment and design.