18-year-old Annika Mikkonen steps into the role of Prime Minister for the Girls Takeover event
The Finnish government is participating in the international Girls Takeover event in March. In this year's event, 18-year-old Annika Mikkonen will step into Prime Minister Petteri Orpo's shoes for one day. The event will take place on Thursday, March 5, 2026.
Girls Takeover is an international campaign that aims to amplify the voices of girls and young women in society. During the event, young people get the opportunity to try out leadership roles in various organizations and companies. In this way, the Finnish government wants to support youth empowerment and equality.
In the role of Prime Minister, Mikkonen will get to follow the government's daily work and participate in decision-making. During the day, she will meet with members of the Government and discuss current topics that affect the future of young people in Finland.
The event is part of a broader effort to increase young people's interest in politics and social activism. The organizers hope that the day will provide Mikkonen with valuable experience while simultaneously giving the government new perspectives on the thoughts of young people.