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SOCIAL COMMITMENT: SOCIETY AND THE RULE OF LAW
SNS
SNS CELEBRATES 75 YEARS OF PUBLIC DEBATE AND RESEARCH
The non-profit organization SNS, Studieförbundet Näringsliv In 2023 Mellby Gård contributed to the Crime and Society
och Samhälle, celebrated 75 years in 2023. Since its inception research project. The project examines the preventive effects of
in 1948, SNS has been an independent forum for knowledge- social interventions to reduce crime, activities in large cities to help
based dialogue on social issues, and the need for fact-based debate criminals disengage from crime and the impact of organized crime on
is as important today as it was then. Working methods and meeting the state and municipalities, among other aspects. A new project on
formats have evolved over the years, but the basis of the organization productivity, competitiveness and sustainable growth, which Mellby
has always been to act as a bridge between business, administration, Gård will support, will start in early 2024. Mellby Gård will also be
academia and politics. involved in the reference group for this project. Reference groups
provide a forum for constructive discussions on how research results
SNS’ activities consist of various research projects, conferences can be applied in practical decision-making. Members can contribute
and training programs to jointly address current societal challenges. facts and data and give feedback on the direction and
The topics have varied over time, while others such as education, the structure of the project.
environment and the conditions for enterprise are constantly in focus.
Social commitment and research are two fundamental reasons for Ilinca Benson,
Mellby Gård’s membership, which has been active since 1995. CEO
“It is crucial for us that our members provide funding, as SNS is a non-
profit organization with no fixed, recurring funding,” says Ilinca Benson,
CEO of SNS. “With its contribution, Mellby Gård shows that it shares
our conviction that it is important for new research to be disseminated
and used in society.”
DRIVHUSET SHAPES THE ENTREPRENEURS OF THE FUTURE
Drivhuset Norden is an organization that has been training and events in which students can present business concepts and
entrepreneurial talent for over 30 years. Through practical receive constructive feedback. Drivhuset is to also be a meeting place
and research-based tools, they teach individuals to know where aspiring and experienced entrepreneurs can share knowledge
why, how and what to do to address societal challenges and generate with each other.
innovation. Drivhuset is a meeting place for developing business
concepts and entrepreneurial drive. Those who wish to do so are given “We see it as important that Mellby Gård chooses to support
support and opportunities to either start and run their own businesses organizations like ours that work to bring education and business
or to contribute by sharing knowledge in existing organizations. together,” says Anna-Carin Sandberg Jödahl, CEO of Drivhuset Norden.
“This is crucial for shaping the entrepreneurs and innovators of the
Today, Drivhuset Norden has operations in Sweden, Norway and future.”
Finland, working in close collaboration with universities in these
countries. Activities are funded by government grants and support As active owners, Mellby Gård is keen to preserve the
from industry partners. entrepreneurial spirit in the companies that are part of
the Group, and the partnership with Drivhuset is
The purpose of working closely with educational institutions is to fully in line with the company’s strategy.
create an environment in which students can think creatively, take
risks and explore different business opportunities. Drivhuset organizes Anna-Carin Sandberg Jödahl,
workshops and lectures in schools to introduce students to the basic CEO
principles of entrepreneurship and innovation. They also assist in
finding internships, run mentoring programs and support competitions
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