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The social guide to understanding Swedes

In most cultures across the globe, people have habits and quirks that make perfect sense in that particular country but that can totally baffle a newbie. Swedes are no exception and have certain lifestyle codes which can be good for newbies in Sweden to keep track of.

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Program that pairs internationals to a Swede to promote friendships
Program that pairs immigrants with established Swedes to promote cooperation
Website that helps non-profit organisations find people who want to engage themselves in volunteer work.
Organization with a focus on integration with a broad variety of activities for newcomers of all ages
Association that matches people who speak Swedish with people who are learning Swedish
Huge non for profit national network of sports clubs headed by the Swedish sports confederation (Riksidrottsförbundet).
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Social orientation for newcomers

The course “Samhällsorientering för nyanlända” provides vital information for you who are new in Sweden. In the course you learn about your rights and responsibilities, how the Swedish society is organized and practical everyday life tasks.

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Networking when you don't know anyone in Sweden

Are you looking for a job in Sweden? Then, it’s worth knowing that most openings are filled through relationships, and not formal applications. Trust and credibility are two essential components in the Swedish recruitment process. 

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Finding your community in Sweden

One of the best ways to help integrate and make you feel at peace with your move is to find a community. A community gives you a sense of belonging and purpose that can make you feel comfortable again.

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Integrating in Sweden: easy or not?

As a Dutch girl, I come from a culture somewhat similar to the Swedish culture: we both work hard, aren’t too social but also not unsocial, we always talk about the weather and we’re both in the list of the happiest countries in the world. You’d think that integrating in Sweden would be really easy for me, right?

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Socializing in Sweden

For a person with a non-Scandinavian background, with no knowledge of the Swedish language, coming to Sweden and settling down could be a bit difficult. Especially if you are coming here for work or moving with your family.

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Events in Lund

Despite its petite size, Lund is the home for many interesting regular events. From January to December, there are always some things going on in Lund. I put a compilation of events in Lund below so you can mark your calendar and plan everything in advance as Swedes do ☺

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Meeting a local

One of the most challenging things of being a Newbie in Sweden is meeting a local. Even when we are surrounded by them, to actually get in touch with them and share some time doing an activity together sounds almost impossible, however, there is a way to it.

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Volunteer at summer festivals in Sweden

What’s every newbie’s favourite topic in the support groups online? How to make friends in Sweden. All newbies and ‘oldies’ have different stories and ideas, suggestions, and so on. I will share with one my story how to make friends in Sweden before winter: volunteer at summer festivals.

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