SAMOK is a national, independent, and self-governing advocacy and service organization managed by university of applied sciences students in Finland. As the Finnish National Union of Students in Higher Education, SAMOK works towards representing the interests of vocational college students by supporting and serving student unions. With a membership of 23 different student unions, our common goal is to ensure that students have the best possible tools to advocate for their own interests at their respective institutions.

We strive to tackle issues such as poverty, quality of education, internationalization, and student welfare. In addition to advocacy, SAMOK also offers a range of services and resources to support student unions in their work. With a membership of over 40,000 and representing 145,000 students, SAMOK is a nationally influential organization dedicated to creating a better environment for vocational college students in Finland