Social Integration

600 participants

in our programs.

100+ success stories

in career developments.

8 job fairs

& recruitment events hosted.

adults

... in the Better You&Me initiative.

adults

... through the Better You&Me initiative.

recomends

... derived from a survey on 41 participants so far.

CareConnect
WithUkraine

Empowering Ukrainian refugees in Sweden by facilitating rapid integration into the labor market through collaborative networks, job fairs, and supportive workshops, fostering financial independence and social inclusion.

“Coming to Hug’s events helped me make my first friends in Sweden. I can laugh, I cry, and I always leave with a full heart.”

“Being part of HUG’s youth activities showed me how small actions – like helping at events – can make a big difference. It changed how I see community.”

“Before joining Hug’s therapy sessions, I felt completely lost. Now I finally have tools to manage my anxiety and feel more grounded in everyday life.”

“Hug helped me translate my skills to the Swedish job market. I got my first job interview thanks to their CV workshop.”

“After fleeing my hometown, I didn’t believe I could ever feel safe again. Hug’s therapy groups gave me tools to manage my panic attacks and nightmares.”

“I was able to apply for a doctoral program in Sweden. Today, have started working at Sahlgrenska. I never imagined this would be possible after leaving everything behind.”

“At camp, I made new friends and forgot about the war for a while. I liked painting and sleeping in a tent. It felt like a dream.”

“The Hug community events remind me of home. It’s not easy to start over, but having this community makes all the difference.”

100+

Swedish partners in the private and public sectors

Our partnerships are essential to connecting refugees with work and education opportunities.

50+

Ukrainians supported in navigating the Swedish job market

From writing CVs to participating in recruiting events.

85

Participants in joint activities with University of Gothenburg

Of which over 50 Ukrainians entered universities in Sweden. 

6

Job fairs organised in Gothenburg

Connecting Ukrainian job seekers with relevant employers.

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