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Marielle Pettersson

Below are all the articles written by Marielle Pettersson.

We must invest more resources before the disasters

Of: Leif Jonsson, Marielle Pettersson and Ylva J Strömberg

The earthquakes in Nepal and their tragic consequences were unfortunately no surprise to us who work with disasters. Now we need assistance that invests resources to a much greater extent than today within a disaster. Aid that reduces risks, saves lives and saves money, writes the Red Cross.

May 21, 2015, Debate

  • humanitarian aid
  • Multilateral cooperation
  • Nepal
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Every week, the aid platform @concordsve brings together Every week, the aid platform @concordsverige collects news, reports and other things related to global issues, aid and Sweden's role in the world. FUF's foreign affairs monitors pick out some of this news and explain it to you. This week, FUF's foreign affairs monitors Alexa Fagerberg and Ladan Jama are responsible for graphics, text and analysis. Don't forget to share and save so that more people can take advantage of our updates! The foreign affairs monitors are part of FUF's non-profit editorial team, which consists of young adults who disseminate independent information about global development, challenges and Sweden's role in the world. Do you want to support their work? Become a member or make a donation today! Read more at fuf.se
Right now, 22 organizations and authorities are sitting o Right now, 22 organizations and authorities are giving their views on a bill. The intention of the bill is that Swedish soldiers will in certain cases be allowed to handle mines and cluster munitions. FUF's foreign affairs officer Milla Beslic explains what the new bill means. Do you think these changes to the law are needed? Share your thoughts in the comments section!
Throwback to when FUF held our first meeting for F Throwback to when FUF held our first meeting for FUF alumni. This is what Alma, a former FUF intern, wrote about the meeting: "When you don't have to explain why the issues you are passionate about are vital. That every life counts. That what happens there affects us here. That everything is interconnected. On Friday, the Swedish Association for Development Affairs (FUF) alumni network gathered. We are a group of people who have all been interns through FUF, and who today work in different parts of society. I am moved and deeply impressed by the collective knowledge and enormous drive of these people. Working with global development, justice and sustainability often means navigating complex and patience-testing issues. Getting to meet friends and colleagues - people who refuse to give up on the world's (our) challenges, but who fight with determination and a lot of heart every day to make it a little better. It makes me both humble and strengthened. Which in turn makes me aware that a more just world is not just a vision, but a very concrete work that is ongoing all the time. There are many of us, we still have a lot to do. give, and we do it together. Gracias FUF for bringing us together.❤️‍🔥🌎 " This meeting brought together people who have previously done internships through FUF. But in the future, we also want to welcome you who have been involved with us over the years. Stay tuned for more information on how to register your interest with FUF Alumni! PS have you once been involved or done an internship with us and want more people to have the chance to do so? Then you can support our work by becoming a member or swish a gift to 123 481 86 13. 💛
Navanemthem “Navi” Pillay is awarded the Nobel Peace Prize Navanemthem “Navi” Pillay awarded the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize 🏅 South African jurist Navi Pillay has been awarded the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize for her efforts to promote peace and international law. Throughout her career, Pillay has worked to ensure that those who commit serious international crimes are held accountable. She has served, among other things, as a judge at the UN International Criminal Tribunal for Rwanda and at the International Criminal Court, ICC. She was also the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights between 2008 and 2014. At the Rwanda Tribunal, she participated in a historic case that ruled that rape and other sexual violence can constitute acts of genocide when committed with the intent to destroy a protected group in whole or in part. Why is it important? Peace is not just about stopping armed conflicts. It is also about defending human rights, upholding international law and ensuring that serious crimes do not go unpunished. The Nobel Committee highlights that international law and its institutions are under severe pressure. Pillay's work is a reminder of why legal institutions and the ability to demand accountability play a role in a more peaceful world.
How will Nepal manage to rebuild communities outside of How will Nepal manage to rebuild communities without recreating vulnerability? Around 33,000 people have lost their homes after the tsunami in Nepal. As reconstruction begins, it is not enough to simply rebuild what has been destroyed. In the popular science magazine The Conversation, Sara Shneiderman and Amy Leigh Johnson, active in the Sajag-Nepal research collaboration, warn that reconstruction must not follow the same old, usual pattern. FUF's foreign affairs correspondent Selma Jahic has summarized their experiences from the reconstruction after the 2015 earthquake. Swipe to read 👉
Got an interview for an internship at FUF's prac Got an interview for an internship in FUF's internship program? Or do you simply want to sharpen your chances of landing your dream job or internship in Sweden or internationally? Then this workshop is for you! @fuf.se and @akademssr invite FUF members to two inspiring and practical digital workshops. Not yet a member? As a student, it only costs 150 SEK per year. In part 2, we go through how to build your LinkedIn profile, network smartly and how to prepare for the interview. Read more and register at fuf.se. You can find the links in our bio!
🚀 Are you sitting with your internship application and have some questions? 🚀 Are you still working on your internship application and have any questions? Today, Wednesday, we're posting a question box in stories where you can ask your questions directly to our career expert. ⏰ Remember that this Sunday, September 20th, is the last day to submit your application - after that, we'll start the matching process!
What does the election result mean for Sweden's work with What does the election result mean for Sweden's work on global issues? 🇸🇪🌎 Clara Fröman, @fores_sverige Anja Ipp, @naturskyddsforeningen Göran Holmqvist, @forumciv Annette Wallqvist, @diakonia_sweden comment on the still rather unclear election result🗳️ 👉
On Sunday, Sweden goes to the polls. We asked our followers On Sunday, Sweden goes to the polls. We asked our followers to send us their questions about what the election results could mean for the world, and here are the experts' answers 👆 If you haven't decided yet who to vote for, we recommend surfing to fuf.se/val2026. There you can watch our interviews with the parties, read party analyses and take part in both in-depth reading and listening and election compasses with a focus on global issues. See you at the polling stations! 🌏🌍🌎🗳️
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