Lena

Lena

Moved to Sweden in 2015 on a work visa. Got the citizenship and learned a few things the hard way since then. Now sharing my experience with those who maybe don't speak perfect Swedish just yet.

“Fuskarna” (2025): a book about Swedish schools

The unique privatization, ghost teachers, inflated grades, harsher rules, and kids who lose their chance at education

Swedish news, week 44 in 2025

News and data relevant for immigrants in Sweden

Swedish news, week 43 in 2025

News and data relevant for immigrants in Sweden

Trade unions and collective bargaining agreements in Sweden

Do you need one, which one to pick, costs, benefits, and income insurance

Swedish news, week 42 in 2025

News and data relevant for immigrants in Sweden

A-kassa: unemployment insurance in Sweden

Do you need it, how to choose one, new laws in 2025, self-employment

Swedish news, week 41 in 2025

News and data relevant for immigrants in Sweden

Cost of owning a car in Sweden

Insurance, inspections, parking, service, fuel/energy, and more

Swedish news, week 40 in 2025

News and data relevant for immigrants in Sweden

How to get a grade in Engelska 6 to meet the university entry requirements

More lived experience of prövning in KomVux