Festival guide. Here you will find everything you need to know about the festival.
Movies & programme
You can find the programme here: Programme
The programme is based on the idea that either the director, producer or screenwriter of the film – and thus its perspective – represents the indigenous peoples. Occasional archive screenings are the only exceptions, as they provide a historical perspective on the portrayal of indigenous peoples.
The films are screened in their original language with English subtitles.
The programme is primarily intended for adult audiences.
- Workshops on the topics are available for pupils. In addition to films, there are play and story sessions in Sámi.
- A two-day Skábma Club is back!
- Details on the side programme will be available later!
Shows & tickets
Venues
Siida
Sajos
Snow theatre
General info
Inari municipality provides transportation to Skábmagovat!
On both Friday, January 26th, and Saturday, January 27th, the schedule is as follows:
– 10:10 AM: Saariselkä, Neste
– 10:45 AM: Ivalo, Municipal Hall
– 11:30 AM: Inari, Sajos
The return bus departs both days from the Sajos parking lot at 8:00 PM.
The transportation fee is €5 one way, and it can be paid directly on the bus. Transportation reservations can be made directly with the operator by calling 0400 981243, no later than Thursday, January 25th, by 3:00 PM.
Do you want to help create a successful festival and gain new experiences? Experience Skábmagovat as a volunteer! More information about Volunteering here!
More information about accreditation, press and professionals here.
Filming and taking photographs of the films is prohibited. Other than that, you can definitely photograph the festival and share it on social media!
Organisers’ contact information here
The general emergency number is 112.
Inari
At the Inari village, you’ll find accommodation and restaurants, two grocery stores, a gas station and much more. Hotels in Inari are in high demand during the festival, so it’s a good idea to make reservations well in advance. It’s also worth noting that public transport in Inari is limited.
- By plane: The nearest airport is in Ivalo, 50 kilometres from Inari. Ivalo Airport shuttle bus
- By bus: You can also take a taxi from the airport to Ivalo (10 km) and then a bus to Inari (40 km). Matkahuolto
- By train: There is a railway station in Rovaniemi, from where you can take a bus to Inari (330 km). VR
Taxi: Ivalon taksit
Accessibility
- Sajos’ facilities are accessible.
- Siida’s facilities are accessible except for the outdoor museum.
- Unfortunately, the snow theatre is not completely accessible, but there may be snow on the route to make the passage difficult. Please contact us if you need guidance for a more accessible passage.
Accessible toilets can be found on all floors of Sajos and Siida.
- Marked with wheelchair symbols at Sajos
- Marked with wheelchair symbols at Siida
- Sajos has a fixed audio induction loop.
- Siida has an audio induction loop in the auditorium and at the customer service desks.
- Unfortunately, there is no audio induction loop in the Snow Theatre.
Principles of Safer Space
Contact information for the harassment contact persons: Tiina Aikio, +358 40 173 7150, tiina.aikio@skabmagovat.fi.
- Intervene if you see someone behaving inappropriately or otherwise violating the safer space guidelines.
- If you experience or notice inappropriate behaviour at activities or events, you can contact the harassment contact person Tiina Aikio, +358 40 173 7150, tiina.aikio@skabmagovat.fi. If necessary, the person behaving inappropriately can be removed from the venue immediately.
- You can also leave feedback or comments anonymously using this form.
By participating in the festival, you agree to comply with safer space guidelines:
- Respect everyone’s personal space, both physical and mental. Respect self-determination. Do not touch another person without asking for permission. Remember that you cannot know where another person’s boundaries lie without asking them. Ask to be given space yourself if you need it.
- Don’t mock, ridicule, disparage, sideline or humiliate anyone with your words, behaviour or actions. Refrain from criticising appearances, gossiping and perpetuating stereotypes.
- Don’t make assumptions based on appearance or action. Don’t make assumptions about other people’s sexuality, gender, nationality, ethnicity, religion, values, socio-economic background, health or ability.
- Give space. Do your best to ensure that everyone gets to participate in discussions. Don’t disregard other people’s opinions; give others the chance to speak. Respect the privacy of others and treat sensitive topics respectfully.
- Listen and learn. Embrace new topics, people and perspectives with an open mind. Treat every topic and situation you encounter as an opportunity to learn and develop.
- Apologise if you have intentionally or unintentionally hurt others.
- Here’s what to do if you experience harassment or other inappropriate treatment
- Intervene if you see someone behaving inappropriately or otherwise violating the safer space guidelines.
- If you experience or notice inappropriate behaviour at activities or events, you can contact the harassment contact person x:. If necessary, the person behaving inappropriately can be removed from the venue immediately.
Apologise if you have intentionally or unintentionally hurt others.
