About us

Leader Sjuhärad is a non-profit organization. We work with rural development in Sjuhärad's eight municipalities by granting project support based on the Leader method.

Our focus

Rural development

Leader is a method where business, non-profit and public parties work together to develop their place. The idea is that development of the place you live is best carried out by those of you who live and work there – by you, your association, local businesses and other organizations. You are also the ones who know what needs and challenges need to be met.

Through Leader, it is possible to seek support for development projects that contribute to the goals of the Leader area's strategy.

Leaders are available all over Sweden and more information about the leader method can be found on our joint website. 

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Sjuhärad is our area

Our strategy

Each leader area has a local development strategy that forms the basis for development in the area. Our area includes the municipalities of Bollebygd, Borås, Herrljunga, Mark, Svenljunga, Tranemo, Ulricehamn and Vårgårda. 

The strategy forms the framework for our work and governs how we can distribute Leader support. The strategy applies to the years 2023-2027 and has been developed in collaboration between the public, non-profit and private sectors.

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We want to hear about your idea.

The Leader Office

Do you represent an association, a company or an organization that has an idea that in some way develops the rural areas of Sjuhärad? If you want to develop and realize it, then the staff at the leader office can help!

If you contact the office, you will receive support, coaching and advice. We welcome your feedback!

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Locally based decisions

Board of Directors

Our board consists of 15 members, evenly distributed between the nonprofit, private and public sectors. The board is responsible for ensuring that we work based on our development strategy and decides on the distribution of leader support.

 

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There is a place for you in our association.

Do you want to become a member?

As a member of the Leader Sjuhärad association, you have the right to vote at the annual general meeting and are also eligible to be elected to the board. A few times a year, you also receive a newsletter by email.

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Statutes

Leaders are available all over Sweden!

Leader Mälardalen
The dirt in Kungsängen

Expand a bike park by building new jump trails next to Lillsjöskolan.

Leader Sörmland Coast
Alchemillas distillery

A feasibility study on how to start a distillery
Litet rött träskjul vid en stilla sjö, omgivet av grönskande träd och en uppdragen roddbåt.

Leader Eastern Skåne
The Sea Kingdom of Skåne – closer than you think

The Sea Kingdom of Skåne will become better known to visitors from Greater Copenhagen through strengthened collaboration, skills development, and joint marketing of nature, culture, and local experiences.

Leader Södermanland
Sparreholm School Garden

The project aims to create a school garden to promote sustainable development and offer new educational opportunities for children with neuropsychiatric disabilities (NPF). The goal is to implement a new garden section in the preschool's outdoor environment with vegetables and flowers, as well as create spaces in the outdoor environment for recovery and learning.

Leader Bergslagen
Young on the lake

Through the children's great interest, the project idea was sparked to seek funding to create a long-term activity with children and youth via the GT10 class. A racing boat for 7-12 year olds.

Leader Bohuslän
The community centers A hub in crisis and preparedness

Initiatives for rural development with the potential to create intergenerational work through activities for all ages with a focus on ensuring that everyone can be prepared for crisis

Leader Sörmland Coast
Prepared Nyköping

A valuable initiative to strengthen safety points in the countryside of Nyköping municipality.

Leader Bergslagen
A sports-strong Bergslagen

Bergslagens IF wants to create a meeting place for all ages and increased integration. With the new boxing facility, the association hopes that more residents of Lindesberg will choose to engage in community life and belong to something meaningful. The community creates increased well-being both mentally and psychologically.