Finnish children poll to choose next interview subject
A Finnish children’s news outlet has launched a poll asking young readers which public figure they would most like to see interviewed. The survey, published by *Helsingin Sanomat*’s *Lasten uutiset* (Children’s News) on Wednesday, invites children to nominate individuals they find "interesting or skilled" enough to feature in a future interview .
The poll, titled *"Kenen haastattelun haluaisit lukea?"* ("Whose interview would you like to read?"), does not restrict suggestions by profession, age, or nationality. While the article does not disclose specific names proposed by respondents, it frames the exercise as an opportunity for children to engage with figures they admire or find compelling.
*Helsingin Sanomat* has not yet announced when results will be published or whether the most-requested interviewee will be approached. The initiative follows a broader trend in Nordic media to involve younger audiences in editorial decisions, though this appears to be the first instance where children are directly shaping interview subjects for a dedicated news section.
- denik n
- helsingin sanomat
- svenska dagbladet
- corriere
- elmundo

