Jenni Pitko (born 15 August 1986 in Kemi) is a Finnish politician currently serving in the

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for the

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at the Oulu constituency. She was first elected to parliament in

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. Previously, she served on the Oulu city council. Prior to becoming a politician Pitko studied at the

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and worked as an architect.

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1986 births Living people People from Kemi Green League politicians Members of the Parliament of Finland (2019–2023) Members of the Parliament of Finland (2023–2027) 21st-century Finnish women politicians Women members of the Parliament of Finland University of Oulu alumni {{Finland-politician-stub