Throughout the year, researchers and practitioners will invite audiences to discussions on some of the most pressing and debated issues in Swedish migration policy. The series aims to contribute to a more knowledge-based public conversation during the 2026 election year by bringing together academic perspectives, professional experience, and voices from across society.
“The ambition is to create a platform where different perspectives can meet, and where research and experience can help nuance the debate,” say the organisers.
The seminar series includes lectures, panel discussions and seminars, and is aimed at a broad audience: the general public, students, researchers, practitioners and policymakers.
The spring programme addresses key themes such as how migration policy has evolved over time, the potential consequences of proposed legislation, and how boundaries of rights and belonging are shaped within the welfare state. Other topics include how migration is represented in media and politics, and how language, rhetoric and public opinion influence societal debate. The series also highlights how integration is realised in practice, for example through the work of civil society and local initiatives.
The autumn programme will explore themes such as language and citizenship, youth identity formation, xenophobia, diversity in public discourse and everyday life, and the relationship between migration and climate change.
Several events are organised in collaboration with the Gothenburg City Library.
Spring programme:
- 7 May, 18:00–19:30, Gothenburg City Library
Character assessments and reporting obligations – a paradigm shift in Swedish politics? - 12 May, 12:00–13:00, Gothenburg City Library
The boundaries of the welfare state – deportation policy, “ghetto laws,” and conditional rights - 19 May, 18:00–19:30, Gothenburg City Library
Migration in media and politics: language, rhetoric and public opinion - 20 May, 12:00–13:00, Gothenburg City Library
Integration in practice – the role of civil society and social enterprises
The program for Autumn 2026 will be announced later.
