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. 

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.

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!

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.

 

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.

Leaders are available all over Sweden!

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