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Fanny Persson Jaunzems

Below are all the articles written by Fanny Persson Jaunzems.

Civil society is you and me

Of: Fanny Persson Jaunzems

In a packed tent on Sida's "Sweden in the world" square, I am eager to hear what representatives of Individual Humanitarian Aid, RFSU and Linnéa Claesson, public debater and activist, have to say about the increased threat to women around the world. The seminar will be about the role that civil society can play in a time when women's […]

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July 9, 2018, Almedalen - article, Think piece

  • Almedalen
  • civil society
  • SRHR

Genital mutilation - soon just a memory?

Of: Fanny Persson Jaunzems

The first time I can remember hearing about genital mutilation I was 10 years old and could not grasp what it actually meant. 14 years later, I read into the subject as a background for an essay. Now I understand. At the same time, the world becomes more comprehensible and even more disgusting. Women's right to […]

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May 31, 2018, Think piece

  • global health
  • SRHR

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🎯 Make FUF's unscientific, but incredibly accurate 🎯 Take FUF's unscientific, but incredibly accurate, test and see which of our internships HT-26 is most you! Most answers = your internship persona! ❓ QUESTION 1: Your perfect Friday night? A. Counting money and figuring out how to make it grow B. Mingling, people, maybe a camera in your face C. An engaged discussion about justice, power and change D. Tea in my solitude and something to analyze in depth ❓ QUESTION 2: People most often describe you as… A. Strategic and long-term. Sees connections (and risks) that others miss B. Social, fast and the one who always "knows someone" C. Passionate, convincing and not afraid to speak up D. Analytical, meticulous and the one who actually reads the entire report ❓ QUESTION 3: What stresses you the most? A. When decisions are made without anyone having considered the consequences B. Low energy, bad mood and zero buzz C. Injustices that everyone seems to accept D. Lax methods and numbers that cannot be trusted ❓ QUESTION 4: Your role in a group project? A. Thinks about structure, resources and how to get maximum effect B. The one who presents, pitches and encourages C. The one who steers the conversation towards change and responsibility D. The one who compiles, analyzes and quality assures everything ❓ QUESTION 5: Which quote resonates with you the most? A. "It is unwise to pay too much, but it can cost more to pay too little." B. "Post, post!" C. "You must be the change you want to see in the world." D. "It depends on how you measure." ❓ QUESTION 6: Your secret guilty pleasure? A. Nice graphs, quarterly reports and annual reports. Shit! B. VIP passes, backstage looks and knowing exactly who is important. Mhmm! C. Good debate articles and policy texts that make you want to act. Slurp! D. Excellistor. Sorted. Perfect. GAH! ❓ QUESTION 7: Which movie or series is most you? A. Succession - power, money and strategic moves B. Idol and Let's Dance - live broadcast where it happens NOW C. The Handmaid's Tale - justice, power and uncomfortable questions D. A Beautiful Mind - patterns, probabilities and seeing connections where others only see noise More information about all places and application via link in bio! 📣 Remember to apply by February 22nd!
Are you applying for FUF's internship program? Are you applying for FUF's internship program or are you graduating soon and want to be ready to land your dream job? 👀 Then join us on February 13 and March 20! Johanna Finndin and Hedda Malmqvist, student ombudsmen at @akademssr, will share their best tips on how to sharpen your application, strengthen your brand and prepare for the interview on two occasions. 💛 This is exclusive to FUF members! Not already a member? Become a member today and support our work for a more just and sustainable development! Link to registration in bio!
Internship this fall? Then it's time to perk up! Internship this fall? Then it's time to perk up! Applications for FUF's internship program for the fall semester are now open 🎉 With one and the same application, you can apply for 27 internships at several organizations that work for global and sustainable development - and get the chance to make a real difference already during your studies. ⏰ Applications are open until February 22. Curious? Comment on this post, and we'll DM you! 🌍✨
🌎 What is the role of social protection in fightin 🌎 What is the role of social protection in fighting poverty and inequality, promoting development, social cohesion, and a social contract? Should social protection systems be designed to target only the poorest, or to protect entire populations in vulnerable phases of life? And how do international institutions, in particular the World Bank, influence the answers to these questions across the Global South? Learn this and more in our conversation with economist Matthew Greenslade about his book 📖 "Beyond the World Bank: The Fight for Universal Social Protection in the Global South". In his book, he examines the role of international financial institutions – particularly the World Bank – in shaping social protection policies across low- and middle-income countries. Greenslade traces how poverty-targeted approaches became dominant and how alternative models of universal social protection have been proposed, contested, and implemented in different political and economic contexts. Drawing on case studies from across the Global South, and through the life story of Stephen Kidd, who is a key person in the global fight for universal social protection, the book situates debates on social protection within broader questions about development, inequality, and state capacity. In this event, Matthew Greenslade will discuss the central arguments of the book, its empirical foundations, and its implications for current policy debates. The conversation will address issues including: - the role of the World Bank in policy design and financing - the implications of targeted and universal approaches to social protection Comments are given by Tomas Eneroth, president of ABF Sweden, former minister and member of the International Committee of the Swedish Parliament, with a special responsibility for issues relating to the World Bank. The conversation is facilitated by Gunnel Axelsson Nycander, policy adviser at Act Church of Sweden, specialist in social protection in the Global South. The event is intended for researchers, students, policymakers, and others interested in political economy, development, and social policy. You can also see the event live.
During the 2026 election year, FUF will conduct an Instagram Live During the 2026 election year, FUF is conducting an Instagram Live series where we ask the parliamentary parties' aid policy spokespersons what their parties want with aid. Why should Sweden have aid? When and how does C plan to reintroduce the one percent target? How does the party prioritize aid to Ukraine compared to other parts of the world? The first conversation in the series will be with the Centre Party's aid policy spokesperson Anna Lasses. 📅 January 28 🕒 at 13:00 PM–13:15 PM 📍 Instagram Live via FUF's account @fuf.se The conversation will be available to watch afterwards on FUF's YouTube channel @fufplay.
The Spring Semester Internship Program is officially underway The spring semester's Internship Program is officially underway - and we couldn't be more excited to do it together with this fantastic group of interns! Last week they stepped into new roles and will contribute with curiosity, drive and perspective during the spring and bring with them a lot of new experiences from international development cooperation. 📣 Employers! Are you thinking about accepting an intern through FUF? Then it's high time to plan for the fall! Submit your internship advertisement to us by Wednesday, January 28th and we will help you find the right match for the fall semester. 👉 Do you know a workplace that can't miss this opportunity? Tag them below! Together we will create more meaningful internships - and future careers ✨ More information and advertisement form via link in bio.
🗳️ Election year 2026: what do the parties want with aid? 🗳️ Election year 2026: what do the parties want with aid? During the election year 2026, FUF is conducting an Instagram Live series where we talk to the parties' representatives in aid policy about their choices. The conversations address the parties' overall direction, their view of aid goals and how these relate to today's global challenges. 💬 What questions do you want us to ask? Answer in our question box in story - or send a DM!
Tips for weekend listening 🎧💡 😩🌎 Many people know Weekend listening tips 🎧💡 😩🌎 Many people are feeling anxious about what is happening in the world right now. We would therefore like to take this opportunity to recommend FUF's and OmVärlden's podcast mini-series "Bota din världsångest" from 2017. We welcomed famous people to our therapy couch at Almedalsscenen where they both shared, and tried to alleviate, each other's anxiety about the state of the world. 🩹👩‍⚕️ 🟠🇺🇸Donald Trump had just been elected US president for the first time and stopped all aid to organizations that did not distance themselves from abortion. The development towards an increasingly authoritarian world was clear, and freedom of expression was in decline. Does it sound familiar...? ↘️😑 🛋️🗣️ Listen to when journalist Bilan Osman, Liberals' Birgitta Ohlsson, artist Marit Bergman, then chairman of RFSU Hans Linde, foreign correspondent Cecilia Uddén, artist Emil Jensen, foreign correspondent Claes JB Löfgren, then state secretary Ulrika Modéer and poet Bob Hansson eased their hearts with us. (Links in stories) ❤️‍🩹💊 🌍🏝️For three years in a row, FUF and OmVärlden jointly arranged seminars on the theme of 'world anxiety' in Almedalen. These attracted the attention of SVT as well as Carl Bildt. You can find podcast versions of all world anxiety conversations in the FUF podcast on Spotify or in your Podcast app. Listen, reflect and feel free to share! 📺🤳
📢 The aid year 2026 – what is at stake? Two years have 📢 The aid year 2026 - what is at stake? Two years have passed since the government presented its reform agenda for Swedish aid. Since then, development policy has been characterized by tougher priorities, a changed international situation and reduced resources. 💬 With an election year ahead of us, FUF invites you to a conversation about which choices will be decisive going forward. 📍 February 4 at 13.00-14.30. 📌 UNICEF, St. Eriksgatan 46, Stockholm State Secretary Karin Juhlin presents the aid budget for 2026 and answers questions. The conversation is moderated by FUF's chair Lotta Sylwander together with Mona Abdi Adam, a volunteer involved in FUF. The audience is given the opportunity to ask questions. 📝 Pre-registration is required - places are limited ⏰ Register by February 3rd 📺 The conversation will also be livestreamed to our YouTube channel (@fufplay) 👉 Link to registration in bio.
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