{"id":20720,"date":"2025-04-23T12:15:41","date_gmt":"2025-04-23T10:15:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/stenastiftelsen.se\/?p=20720"},"modified":"2025-04-23T13:01:44","modified_gmt":"2025-04-23T11:01:44","slug":"research-conference-highlights-improving-the-life-conditions-of-children-and-young-people","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/stenastiftelsen.se\/en\/research-conference-highlights-improving-the-life-conditions-of-children-and-young-people\/","title":{"rendered":"Research Conference Highlights: Improving the Life Conditions of Children and Young People"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A large audience of teachers, principals, policymakers, and public officials gathered at Auktionsverket Kulturarena in Gothenburg as the Stena Foundation presented its research program on the living conditions of children and young people.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In 2020, the Stena Foundation launched three interdisciplinary research projects aimed at exploring how social conditions shape the life opportunities of children and adolescents. A total of SEK 42 million was allocated to the initiative. The research findings were presented at a seminar in March 2025, sparking an active and engaged discussion among participants.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-20646 alignnone\" src=\"https:\/\/stenastiftelsen.se\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Stenastiftelsen-18-mars-Auktionsverket-Kulturarena-2025-fotograf-Natalie-Greppi-HQ-3-500x333.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"500\" height=\"333\" srcset=\"https:\/\/stenastiftelsen.se\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Stenastiftelsen-18-mars-Auktionsverket-Kulturarena-2025-fotograf-Natalie-Greppi-HQ-3-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/stenastiftelsen.se\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Stenastiftelsen-18-mars-Auktionsverket-Kulturarena-2025-fotograf-Natalie-Greppi-HQ-3-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/stenastiftelsen.se\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Stenastiftelsen-18-mars-Auktionsverket-Kulturarena-2025-fotograf-Natalie-Greppi-HQ-3-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/stenastiftelsen.se\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Stenastiftelsen-18-mars-Auktionsverket-Kulturarena-2025-fotograf-Natalie-Greppi-HQ-3-2048x1366.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><br \/>\n<b>A Heartfelt Commitment<br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Stena Foundation\u2019s Chair, Madeleine Olsson Eriksson, opened the day by welcoming the audience and reaffirming the Foundation\u2019s deep commitment to supporting research that improves the lives of children and young people. She emphasized the urgency and relevance of this work in light of the significant challenges facing society and expressed her hope that the findings will serve as valuable tools for both professionals and policymakers.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Guiding the day\u2019s discussions was Ann Ighe, editor-in-chief of the cultural journal <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ord &amp; Bild<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, who moderated the event.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-20650 alignnone\" src=\"https:\/\/stenastiftelsen.se\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Bilder-till-foldern-4-500x281.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" srcset=\"https:\/\/stenastiftelsen.se\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Bilder-till-foldern-4-500x281.jpg 500w, https:\/\/stenastiftelsen.se\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Bilder-till-foldern-4-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/stenastiftelsen.se\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Bilder-till-foldern-4-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/stenastiftelsen.se\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Bilder-till-foldern-4.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><br \/>\n<b>Three Key Areas of Research<br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In 2020, three research fields were selected \u2014 all anchored at the University of Gothenburg:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>School, Learning, and Mental Health<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Exploring influencing factors, consequences, and preventive measures related to school failure, led by Professor Emeritus Jan-Eric Gustafsson, Department of Education and Special Education.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Ethnic Identity \u2014 Improving Life Opportunities for Young People<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Led by Professor Ann Fris\u00e9n at the Department of Psychology, this project focused on how identity shapes young lives.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Between Resignation and Hope for the Future<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A multidisciplinary research program on educational pathways and learning among youth in socially disadvantaged neighborhoods, led by Professor Emeritus Ove Sernhede at the Department of Education, Communication, and Learning.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In total 30 researchers participated across these projects.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>School Failure and Its Long-Term Impact<\/b><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_20648\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-20648\" style=\"width: 500px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-20648\" src=\"https:\/\/stenastiftelsen.se\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Projektled-1_S1A3449-500x333.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"500\" height=\"333\" srcset=\"https:\/\/stenastiftelsen.se\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Projektled-1_S1A3449-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/stenastiftelsen.se\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Projektled-1_S1A3449-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/stenastiftelsen.se\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Projektled-1_S1A3449-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/stenastiftelsen.se\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Projektled-1_S1A3449-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-20648\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Jan-Eric Gustafsson, research lead for <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">School, Learning, and Mental Health<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<blockquote><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cThere are many cases of school failure that could be avoided if schools were designed and operated differently,\u201d noted Jan-Eric Gustafsson, research lead for <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">School, Learning, and Mental Health<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<figure id=\"attachment_20653\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-20653\" style=\"width: 500px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-20653\" src=\"https:\/\/stenastiftelsen.se\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Stenastiftelsen-18-mars-Auktionsverket-Kulturarena-2025-fotograf-Natalie-Greppi-HQ-16-500x333.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"500\" height=\"333\" srcset=\"https:\/\/stenastiftelsen.se\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Stenastiftelsen-18-mars-Auktionsverket-Kulturarena-2025-fotograf-Natalie-Greppi-HQ-16-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/stenastiftelsen.se\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Stenastiftelsen-18-mars-Auktionsverket-Kulturarena-2025-fotograf-Natalie-Greppi-HQ-16-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/stenastiftelsen.se\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Stenastiftelsen-18-mars-Auktionsverket-Kulturarena-2025-fotograf-Natalie-Greppi-HQ-16-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/stenastiftelsen.se\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Stenastiftelsen-18-mars-Auktionsverket-Kulturarena-2025-fotograf-Natalie-Greppi-HQ-16-2048x1366.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-20653\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Alli Klapp and Ulrika Wolff<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Alli Klapp, Associate Professor of Education, highlighted that the gap in employment and income between individuals with and without school success has widened in recent years. The study also found that anxiety, stress, and mental health issues among students are on the rise, while the school\u2019s compensatory role \u2014 historically seen as a social equalizer \u2014 has weakened. Students with lower academic performance are particularly negatively affected by early and frequent grading, and receiving an F (the lowest grade, equivalent to &#8216;fail&#8217;)\u00a0does not promote improved learning outcomes.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Professor Ulrika Wolff presented research showing that early intervention can prevent reading difficulties. A phonological training program introduced at ages four and five \u2014 earlier than the usual age of six \u2014 resulted in measurable improvements in reading comprehension and literacy by eighth grade. Children identified as at risk for reading and writing difficulties benefited most from early training. Wolff also noted her admiration for the focus and perseverance of the young children who participated.<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_20657\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-20657\" style=\"width: 500px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-20657\" src=\"https:\/\/stenastiftelsen.se\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Stenastiftelsen-18-mars-Auktionsverket-Kulturarena-2025-fotograf-Natalie-Greppi-HQ-22-500x333.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"500\" height=\"333\" srcset=\"https:\/\/stenastiftelsen.se\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Stenastiftelsen-18-mars-Auktionsverket-Kulturarena-2025-fotograf-Natalie-Greppi-HQ-22-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/stenastiftelsen.se\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Stenastiftelsen-18-mars-Auktionsverket-Kulturarena-2025-fotograf-Natalie-Greppi-HQ-22-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/stenastiftelsen.se\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Stenastiftelsen-18-mars-Auktionsverket-Kulturarena-2025-fotograf-Natalie-Greppi-HQ-22-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/stenastiftelsen.se\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Stenastiftelsen-18-mars-Auktionsverket-Kulturarena-2025-fotograf-Natalie-Greppi-HQ-22-2048x1366.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-20657\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Ann Fris\u00e9n and Daniel Sandberg<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><b>Identity, Culture, and Ethnicity: Conversations Young People Want<br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The research team led by Professor Ann Fris\u00e9n explored how young people think about ethnic identity and cultural background.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cThe Stena Foundation\u2019s support has truly energized this field in Sweden,\u201d said Fris\u00e9n. \u201cOur results show that young people want to talk about ethnic identity \u2014 they are open and eager for these discussions.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A survey of 1,200 students revealed a strong sense of tolerance among Swedish youth toward other ethnic groups, which Fris\u00e9n described as a credit to the Swedish school system.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Doctoral student Daniel Sandberg presented insights from the LIKE project, where upper secondary school students explored their ethnic backgrounds while also learning about cultural diversity, stereotypes, and discrimination. Students who participated reported feeling more secure in their identity and experienced improved mental well-being.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The research highlights the importance of creating safe spaces where young people can discuss ethnicity and identity. It also revealed a gap in teacher training, with many student teachers reporting that they feel ill-equipped to handle questions about ethnicity in the classroom. Interestingly, sports environments often stood out as inclusive and free from these tensions.<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_20669\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-20669\" style=\"width: 500px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-20669\" src=\"https:\/\/stenastiftelsen.se\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Stenastiftelsen-18-mars-Auktionsverket-Kulturarena-2025-fotograf-Natalie-Greppi-HQ-23-500x334.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"500\" height=\"334\" srcset=\"https:\/\/stenastiftelsen.se\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Stenastiftelsen-18-mars-Auktionsverket-Kulturarena-2025-fotograf-Natalie-Greppi-HQ-23-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/stenastiftelsen.se\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Stenastiftelsen-18-mars-Auktionsverket-Kulturarena-2025-fotograf-Natalie-Greppi-HQ-23-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/stenastiftelsen.se\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Stenastiftelsen-18-mars-Auktionsverket-Kulturarena-2025-fotograf-Natalie-Greppi-HQ-23-1536x1025.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/stenastiftelsen.se\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Stenastiftelsen-18-mars-Auktionsverket-Kulturarena-2025-fotograf-Natalie-Greppi-HQ-23-2048x1366.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-20669\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Ove Sernhede and Majsa Allelin<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><b>Learning Inside and Outside the Classroom in Disadvantaged Neighborhoods<br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Professor Emeritus Ove Sernhede shared findings from the project <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Between Resignation and Hope for the Future<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, which focused on the learning experiences of young people in socially marginalized areas.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cThere\u2019s a more nuanced reality in these neighborhoods \u2014 they are not just defined by problems,\u201d Sernhede said. While statistics show that up to 50 percent of students at some schools lack eligibility for upper secondary education, the research also revealed a strong sense of community and untapped potential in these areas.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The research team studied students\u2019 experiences both in school and in their free time, including the social bonds and learning that take place in peer groups. The findings also raised concerns about the growing reliance on external organizations to address social exclusion \u2014 a trend that signals a shift in responsibility away from public institutions.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Researcher Majsa Allelin emphasized that students often describe their schools as safe and supportive spaces and praised the strong engagement and community spirit of 14-year-olds. At the same time, many young people are acutely aware of the stigma surrounding their neighborhoods, schools, and identities \u2014 a negative narrative reinforced by media coverage. The researchers stressed the need to challenge and replace these stereotypes with more accurate and empowering representations.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Learning from Life Outside the Classroom<br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The research also underscored the value of learning that takes place beyond the classroom. Young people\u2019s involvement in sports clubs, cultural associations, and youth-led media initiatives reflects a level of commitment and creativity that schools could better recognize and harness. Strengthening the relationship between formal education and these out-of-school experiences could offer new pathways for both personal and academic growth.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Looking Ahead<br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The conference concluded with a sense of optimism and shared commitment. The Stena Foundation hopes the day provided new ideas and inspiration for continued efforts to improve the lives of children and young people.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For those seeking deeper insights, a series of books is being published by Natur &amp; Kultur \u2014 one for each research area. The first volume, <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">From Resignation to Hope for the Future<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, is already available. The projects led by Jan-Eric Gustafsson and Ove Sernhede have been completed, while Ann Fris\u00e9n\u2019s project is scheduled for completion in 2026.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In closing, Ove Sernhede highlighted the unique value of the Stena Foundation\u2019s support \u2014 generous, unbureaucratic, and open, offering long-term independence for researchers, which he described as both rare and invaluable.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-20684 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/stenastiftelsen.se\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Stenastiftelsen-18-mars-Auktionsverket-Kulturarena-2025-fotograf-Natalie-Greppi-HQ-26-333x500.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"333\" height=\"500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/stenastiftelsen.se\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Stenastiftelsen-18-mars-Auktionsverket-Kulturarena-2025-fotograf-Natalie-Greppi-HQ-26-333x500.jpg 333w, 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src=\"https:\/\/stenastiftelsen.se\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Stenastiftelsen-18-mars-Auktionsverket-Kulturarena-2025-fotograf-Natalie-Greppi-HQ-28-500x333.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"500\" height=\"333\" srcset=\"https:\/\/stenastiftelsen.se\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Stenastiftelsen-18-mars-Auktionsverket-Kulturarena-2025-fotograf-Natalie-Greppi-HQ-28-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/stenastiftelsen.se\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Stenastiftelsen-18-mars-Auktionsverket-Kulturarena-2025-fotograf-Natalie-Greppi-HQ-28-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/stenastiftelsen.se\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Stenastiftelsen-18-mars-Auktionsverket-Kulturarena-2025-fotograf-Natalie-Greppi-HQ-28-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/stenastiftelsen.se\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Stenastiftelsen-18-mars-Auktionsverket-Kulturarena-2025-fotograf-Natalie-Greppi-HQ-28-2048x1366.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-20688 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/stenastiftelsen.se\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Stenastiftelsen-18-mars-Auktionsverket-Kulturarena-2025-fotograf-Natalie-Greppi-HQ-32-500x333.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"500\" height=\"333\" srcset=\"https:\/\/stenastiftelsen.se\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Stenastiftelsen-18-mars-Auktionsverket-Kulturarena-2025-fotograf-Natalie-Greppi-HQ-32-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/stenastiftelsen.se\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Stenastiftelsen-18-mars-Auktionsverket-Kulturarena-2025-fotograf-Natalie-Greppi-HQ-32-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/stenastiftelsen.se\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Stenastiftelsen-18-mars-Auktionsverket-Kulturarena-2025-fotograf-Natalie-Greppi-HQ-32-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/stenastiftelsen.se\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Stenastiftelsen-18-mars-Auktionsverket-Kulturarena-2025-fotograf-Natalie-Greppi-HQ-32-2048x1366.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-20678 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/stenastiftelsen.se\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Stenastiftelsen-18-mars-Auktionsverket-Kulturarena-2025-fotograf-Natalie-Greppi-HQ-2-333x500.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"333\" height=\"500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/stenastiftelsen.se\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Stenastiftelsen-18-mars-Auktionsverket-Kulturarena-2025-fotograf-Natalie-Greppi-HQ-2-333x500.jpg 333w, https:\/\/stenastiftelsen.se\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Stenastiftelsen-18-mars-Auktionsverket-Kulturarena-2025-fotograf-Natalie-Greppi-HQ-2-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/stenastiftelsen.se\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Stenastiftelsen-18-mars-Auktionsverket-Kulturarena-2025-fotograf-Natalie-Greppi-HQ-2-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/stenastiftelsen.se\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Stenastiftelsen-18-mars-Auktionsverket-Kulturarena-2025-fotograf-Natalie-Greppi-HQ-2-1366x2048.jpg 1366w, 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