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Forte is mapping ageism and age discrimination in working life

Nyhet In 2026, Forte will map research needs related to age discrimination in working life. The work is carried out within the framework of a government commission aimed at strengthening the national programme for work‑life research.

  • Young people use drugs as medicine for mental ill‑health

    Nyhet Fewer young people drink alcohol or use drugs, but a smaller group are high‑frequency users. The reasons why young people use substances are relatively unknown compared with what is known about adults’ use. But individual studies indicate that co‑occurring problems are common.

  • The spark ignites when young people dare to dream

    News article Madeleine Opira is an artist, lawyer, and Executive Director at the think-and-action tank A Million Minds. In a society where differences in upper secondary school eligibility are significant, she wants to give young people hope for the future – and the tools to influence their own path.

  • Upcoming call: Collaboration in practice for mental health

    News article In March, Forte will open a new call for project grants for practice-oriented research on mental health. The research should be conducted in collaboration with the public sector or civil society and contribute to concrete solutions and improvements – such as interventions, treatments, and new methods.

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