In Rödeby, Sweden, a group of young people are leading an initiative called "Mission: Unga visar vägen" (Mission: Youth Shows the Way) to create community and combat loneliness among local youth. The project, which began in January 2026 and runs until June, organizes various activities including Mello evenings, barbecue nights, and Easter events.
Key organizers include 17-year-old Otto Brorson, 16-year-old Isabella Robles Cooper, and 16-year-old Alva Huselius. According to Isabella Robles Cooper, "There are many who sit alone at home and don't know what to do. This contributes to depression."
There are many who sit alone at home and don't know what to do. This contributes to depression.
The project is co-funded by the European Social Fund and operates in collaboration with Karlskrona municipality, Region Blekinge, Save the Children, and RF-SISU. During the Easter weekend, activities included grilled food and Easter egg hunts, attracting participants like 17-year-old Mira Morin and 16-year-old Liam Nyström Skansfors.
Alva Huselius expressed her motivation: "I want to contribute to a good community and be there for the youth." The initiative aims to address the lack of activities for young people in the area, with plans to potentially continue as a youth association after the project's official end date in June.
I want to contribute to a good community and be there for the youth.