Team

The people building welcome, trust, and practical support across Gävle.

Our team combines lived experience, local coordination, language support, and community organizing to help new residents find stable footing and real connection.

How we work

A small core team, a broad community reach.

Staff and volunteer leaders work side by side to run language circles, family support sessions, mentorship pathways, and neighborhood events throughout the year.

Values

Care, consistency, and local knowledge.

Every role is shaped around practical guidance, multilingual communication, and making civic systems easier to understand for families settling into daily life.

Emma Lindberg

Director

Leads strategy, partnerships, and daily operations, keeping the association grounded in practical local support.

Farah Nouri

Language Program Lead

Designs Swedish conversation circles and trains volunteer facilitators to create welcoming, low-pressure learning spaces.

Johan Ekstrom

Employment Mentor Coordinator

Connects participants with mentors, CV workshops, and local employer networks focused on first-step opportunities.

Layla Hassan

Family Support Adviser

Guides parents through school enrollment, childcare systems, and everyday questions that affect family stability.

Oskar Berg

Volunteer Coordinator

Recruits and schedules community volunteers, matching residents with the right support at the right time.

Samira Ali

Youth Activities Lead

Creates after-school programs and youth gatherings that help younger residents build confidence and friendships.

Daniel Rahimi

Community Partnerships Officer

Works with schools, civic groups, and local services to expand referral pathways and shared programming.

Mariam Said

Member Support Coordinator

Provides one-to-one guidance for new members, helping them access events, resources, and trusted next steps.