For equal conditions for growing up

Erikshjälpen's interventions in Sweden are about giving children equal conditions for growing up - where all children are seen and can participate in society. We promote children's rights through Erikshjälpen Framtidsverkstad, Ungagerad and the Rafiki education platform.

Why equal conditions for growing up are important

It is important to work for equal growing conditions for children in Sweden because all children have the right to a safe and secure childhood where they can develop their full potential and have equal opportunities to achieve their dreams. It is a matter of human rights, that all children should have the same opportunities regardless of their background or socio-economic status. Yet this is not the case in Sweden today. By working to create more equal growing conditions for children in Sweden, we can create a fairer and more equal society where all children have the same opportunities.

We involve children and their families

Many children in Sweden grow up in poverty, exclusion and insecurity. When children grow up in difficult and insecure circumstances, they are more likely to miss out on educational and career opportunities later in life, limiting their potential and chances for a good life.

To create change, we need to involve the children and families affected by these challenges to create change that really makes a difference. In this way, we can empower them and give them the opportunity to influence their situation.

Our Thematic areas

As in Erikshjälpen's international work, all interventions in Sweden are based on our Thematic areas.

How we work for children's rights in Sweden

  • Through specific Programme and a focus on community development, we strive to promote children's rights and participation in society.
  • We create platforms from which children and young people can make their voices heard and we create forums that strengthen community and enable meaningful leisure.
  • We also conduct opinion and advocacy work to contribute to increased knowledge about children's living conditions and rights.

Published: 04 May 2023

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