Sweden is one of the leading countries in the field of youth policy in Europe. The study “An Overview of Youth Policy in Sweden” analyzes how the system works, where decisions are made based on data, communities have a high level of autonomy, and the integration of refugees is an integral part of youth work.
What is the purpose of this study?
The study is intended for those who shape and implement youth policy in Ukraine — government officials, youth center staff, and activists. It shows how to build a consistent system of youth support based on strategic planning and continuous monitoring of results.
What will you learn?
- how the youth policy management system is organized in Sweden—from the government to executive agencies and autonomous communities;
- what is the stated goal of youth policy in the country and how does it determine all further strategies, programs, and research?
- what mechanisms are used to identify and engage young people, in particular for working with NEETs (young people who are not in employment, education, or training)?
- how Sweden integrates refugees and young migrants, including Ukrainians after 2022;
- what monitoring and analytics system enables data-driven decision-making — from national research to daily information gathering in youth centers.
The Swedish model may seem complex due to its different political system, but certain processes and tools provide valuable experience for the development of Ukrainian youth policy. The study was prepared by the Ternopil regional team of NUMA for those who want to learn from international practices and adapt them to the Ukrainian context.
We will send you the full text of the study upon request. To do so, please contact us by email at: [email protected]
