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!

Astrid Lindgren's hometown
Equipment for gym 65+

Myresjö IF is developing a new accessible gym with a particular focus on training for the elderly (65+), but open to all ages. The initiative creates new opportunities for training, rehabilitation, and community at home for better health and a more active life in the community.

Astrid Lindgren's hometown
Outdoor area Kinda Storskog

Kinda municipality has been granted project support for the project: Outdoor area Kinda Storskog. The project will highlight the beautiful natural environments that already exist in the area and create conditions for more people to discover the place.

Leader High Coast
Community Power

Community Power is aimed at groups and idea bearers who want to develop solutions with local benefit - especially for those of you who want to test, collaborate, and take an idea further.

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.

Astrid Lindgren's hometown
Development of Richts pastry shop

A classic pastry shop in Kisa takes the next step in its development through a smart investment that enhances both quality and experience. With a new custom-designed display, more products can be offered in the right way – which both reduces waste and provides customers with an even better selection.
Studiebesök Odlingsakademien Bolsgården Skärbäck Ramkvilla Vetlanda

Astrid Lindgren's hometown
Regenerated IO

The project will develop a digital tool that helps farmers plan, map, and manage agroforestry systems. By combining modern technology with regenerative agriculture, the project aims to make it easier to cultivate with greater biodiversity and increased resilience.

Leader Polaris
Feasibility study for housing and office spaces in Gällivare's rural areas

The feasibility study aims to demonstrate the possibilities of more office spaces and new housing production in Gällivare's rural areas.

Astrid Lindgren's hometown
Utegym Anneberg

Annebergs GIF utvecklar Svartåparken med ett nytt utegym som ska vara öppet och kostnadsfritt för alla. Satsningen skapar nya möjligheter till träning, rörelse och gemenskap i en naturnära miljö mitt i Anneberg.