Refugee guide

Make friends & connect with locals

Karin Persson1 min read

Connect with locals! Being new in a country can be quite lonely so it is important that you try to meet people who can help you make sense of your...

Connect with locals! Being new in a country can be quite lonely so it is important that you try to meet people who can help you make sense of your new country. Here we've gathered initiatives and organisations that brings newcomers and Swedes together.

Nya Kompisbyrån – matches Swedes and Newbies for a kompisfika (coffee), dinner or meeting online friends (Digitalkompis) to practice your Swedish.

Individuell Människohjälp, IM – has many activities for refugees of all ages. You find them in many places in Sweden and they help newcomers find their way into Swedish society.

Internationella Bekantskaper – is an association that matches people who speak Swedish with people who are learning Swedish.

Kompis Sverige – matches Swedes with newcomers, with the aim of creating lasting friendships.

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Written by

Karin Persson

Karin is an experienced recruiter with a background in the telecommunications industry. She has expertise in recruitment, risk management, resource management, conflict management, and aviation psychology. She holds a Master of Arts (MA) in Social Science Education from Stockholm University and is a certified teacher in Psychology and Political Science. At Career Sweden, she supports individuals in navigating the Swedish labour market.