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Nationalmuseum Jamtli. Photo: Jamtli.
Swedish democracy is 100 years old! It is now 100 years since women were given the vote in Sweden, and in 2021, the country celebrates the 100th anniversary of its democracy, marking a century since the first time equal suffrage was put into practice. The centenary celebration will present an opportunity for KulturrĂĽdet (The Swedish Arts Council) to highlight the role played by the arts and culture in freedom of expression and democratisation. By Staffan Forssell, director general of The Swedish Arts Council
Sweden's culture policy has been developed over these 100 years, and from the outset has been centred around the aim of making the arts and culture available to everyone. Every year, The Swedish Arts Council receives around 8,000 applications. These do not merely complement other functions in society; the arts and culture reaching out to everyone across the country is seen rather as a precondition for our country’s democracy. 26 | Issue 122 | March 2019
At The Swedish Arts Council, we are proud that our mission is based on freedom of expression and the right of everyone to participate. The Swedish culture policy promotes opportunities for personal creativity and cultural experiences. This is important for the individual, the development of society, and democracy. The Swedish Arts Council has a number of national mandates, which aim to reach
Staffan Forssell, director general of The Swedish Arts Council. Photo: Hans Alm