VISIT OPPORTUNITY DAY
21 October 2024, Clarion Hotel Post
The idea of Opportunity Day is simple: we inspire and facilitate companies to make good choices. If more foreign-born jobseekers enter the labour market, it benefits companies, society and individuals. On 21 October, it's time for this year's Opportunity Day. Find out more and sign up to be part of the day.
SEMINARS & roundtables in the O-ZONE
09.00 - 12.00. Registration opens at 08.30.
Limited number of seats.
How will Sweden's demographics develop in the next 10 years? How can a doll affect prejudice and discrimination? What does the demand for skills look like in different industries? And what role does the media actually play in our choices and decisions in a recruitment?
You will get the answers on Opportunity Day, we alternate seminars with round table discussions.
The day gathers Gothenburg citizens - leaders and decision-makers from the business world, politicians and job seekers - from various sectors of society to jointly tackle the question of how Gothenburg can become a more inclusive city where all resources are used.
Speaker
Team diversity and inclusive leadership – an absolute must!
In order to be relevant as an employer, now and in the future, Inclusive leadership and Team diversity are an absolute must!
Let's talk about the power of consciously inclusive leadership and the value that a culture characterized by team diversity creates.
In the role of Global Leadership director, Mårten manages Essity's leadership portfolio, with DE&I and inclusive leadership as a pronounced focus area.
Mårten already has extensive experience of global assignments in leadership and learning both in the private business world as well as from the public sector. When it comes to good leadership, he sees more similarities than differences when comparing different companies, cultures and industries. Leadership is leadership!
Do you know what Sweden's demographics look like today? And how will it develop over the next 10 years?
In recent years, rapid demographic changes have enriched Sweden with new perspectives, innovations and opportunities, but many organizations are still unaware of these changes. Today, it is more important than ever to have access to representative data and insights that reflect the entire Swedish population, regardless of origin.
Suzan will talk about the importance of diversity and density of perspectives, based on scientific findings, statistics and examples from Sweden and its inhabitants - in the present and future. With a background in statistics, business development and tech, Suzan works to ensure that organizations are equipped for the future and that contribute to creating resilient societies.
We cannot afford to launder competence
The need for labor in West Sweden is dire in a number of different industries and skill levels. Despite tougher economic conditions, many companies try to recruit, but many fail. What consequences does this have for the economy, competitiveness and the green transition? At the same time, there are many people who can and want to work but have had to get used to "Thank you, but no thank you". How can we overcome this waste of resources? Here we find out how the demand for skills looks like in various industries and highlight a number of examples of how you, as a company leader, can avoid wasting the skills you need.
We cannot afford to launder competence
The need for labor in West Sweden is dire in a number of different industries and skill levels. Despite tougher economic conditions, many companies try to recruit, but many fail. What consequences does this have for the economy, competitiveness and the green transition? At the same time, there are many people who can and want to work but have had to get used to "Thank you, but no thank you". How can we overcome this waste of resources? Here we find out how the demand for skills looks like in various industries and highlight a number of examples of how you, as a company leader, can avoid wasting the skills you need.
Today, Malin works as head of the Business Group at Göteborg & Co, which is a collaboration platform between the private business world, public actors and academia that together want to make a real difference in Gothenburg. Through investments with a focus on skills provision, inclusion and strengthening the Gothenburg brand, everything from children to young adults is reached to create faith in the future and show opportunities. Malin already has extensive experience from the private business world.
We cannot afford to launder competence
The need for labor in West Sweden is dire in a number of different industries and skill levels. Despite tougher economic conditions, many companies try to recruit, but many fail. What consequences does this have for the economy, competitiveness and the green transition? At the same time, there are many people who can and want to work but have had to get used to "Thank you, but no thank you". How can we overcome this waste of resources? Here we find out how the demand for skills looks like in various industries and highlight a number of examples of how you, as a company leader, can avoid wasting the skills you need.
Mary Juusela is the founder and CEO of Lika Olika. Through her work with everything from schools and municipalities to business and non-profit organizations, she and Lika Olika educate in social behavior and inclusion in all parts of society. With a solid background and extensive experience in values-based work, Mary creates environments where all individuals are not only included, but also given the opportunity to grow and flourish, together and in themselves. "Understanding one's own value and taking responsibility for the society we want is decisive for the world we create for ourselves and others. It starts with you and me – every day!” says Mary Juusela.
Åsa has a background as communications manager, environmental manager, change leader and organizational consultant. Today she is a lecturer, moderator and facilitator. She lectures on leading in change and the art of creating dialogue. On November 13, Åsa will be the moderator in O-zone and lead us in the round table discussions.
The power and effects of the media - do we have control over our thoughts?
Are we unconsciously influenced by what we read in the newspaper and watch on TV? And what responsibility does the media have in not reinforcing prejudices?
During the program item, we will explore how the media's reporting can shape and reinforce our prejudices and fears, as well as how this in turn risks being reflected in the choices we humans make on a daily basis.
Christian Catomeris is a journalist, writer and documentary film producer. He has been a reporter and editor on programs such as Aktuellt, Rapport, Korrespondenten and was previously SVT's European correspondent in Brussels. With his broad experience, Catomeris will guide us through this important topic and share insights on the risks and opportunities of media reporting.
Fatma Guettou is the entrepreneur, cancer researcher and biochemist who creates dolls in different skin colors with a focus on diversity, inclusion and sustainability.
Fatma's entrepreneurial journey began when she became a mother and discovered that no dolls looked like her or her children. The vision for the business is to offer dolls that celebrate diversity and inclusion while the company cares for our planet. In small ways, the dolls make a difference to the child. In the main, they make a difference to society.
Fatma's activities have been awarded with many prizes, including the för-Ortens idea competition and Fatma has been named Change leader in reach for change's incubator program and Womaneur of the year.
How does social consideration contribute to diversity and the possibility of broadened recruitment on the labor market?
The City of Gothenburg talks about how, for the last 10 years, they have been working with social considerations in procurement as a labor market tool, where special conditions regarding employment are entered. In 2022, 90 people got work and 52 people got internships - thanks to employment requirements in procurements. You also get the chance to take part in the experiences of various companies regarding social consideration and the support provided by the City of Gothenburg.
Per Wallentin has been Group CEO at Knowit since 2011, and since February 2022 is also chairman of the industry organization TechSverige. Per is passionate about digitization and social issues and sees his role both at Knowit and in TechSverige as an opportunity to influence and make a real difference. He is driven by Knowit's vision of creating a sustainable and humane society.
For many years, Knowit has pursued gender equality work, which has led to the company today being a significantly more equal and inclusive workplace when it comes to gender. In 2019, Knowit received the award "the exchange's most equal company". Today, the focus is on taking the next step and also ensuring greater diversity linked to ethnicity, background, age, etc. "We are sure that in this way we both create better solutions for our customers and contribute to a better society in general" says Knowit CEO Per Wallentin.
Program O-zone
13 NOV 2023, 09.00-14.45
ATTENTION! Please note that this is an expression of interest to participate in O-zone and this year's round table.
Email with confirmation if you have been given a place will arrive within the next few weeks after your registration of interest.
SEMINARS AND NETWORKING LUNCH
KL. 11.30 a.m. – 1 p.m. SEK 895 incl. VAT, limited number of places.
For those of you who wish to start the day with networking, you are given the opportunity to participate in the networking lunch. Share experiences, meet new contacts, raise questions and thoughts about inclusion through work. The ticket is valid for entry into the O-zone with an accompanying lunch.
FAIR AND OPENING
New for this year is a joint inauguration of Opportunity Day. The opening is open to everyone, and takes place at 09.00-10.00.
In connection with the opening, you will reach the fair. Here we collect various pieces of the puzzle that exist to reduce the gap between skills shortages and exclusion, which can help your company make good choices when recruiting. Meet exhibitors offering mentorship programs, fit and match services, internship placement, career change information and more.
ATTENTION! Note that the ticket to the opening is only valid for entrance to the fair and the opening.
If you wish to visit the job matching or O-zone, this is booked separately.