About & Team

A local branch built around practical member support, coordination and trusted representation.

Svenska Polisforbundet Avd I Gavleborgs Lan works across the county to improve work environment conditions, strengthen professional voice and keep member support close to operational reality in every major locality.

The branch combines direct case support, structured dialogue with leadership and a coordinated local network so members can move from isolated issues to durable solutions backed by experienced representatives.

8 team members covering advocacy, member support and coordination
3 primary regional hubs in Gävle, Hudiksvall and Soderhamn
1 shared branch mission focused on safer and stronger working conditions
Team and member representatives from Svenska Polisforbundet Avd I Gavleborgs Lan
Who we are

The branch supports police professionals with local knowledge and regional structure.

The association represents officers, specialists and support staff who need credible advocacy on scheduling, workload, recovery, leadership dialogue and the wider conditions that shape sustainable police work.

Its approach is grounded in local contact. Members receive guidance that reflects actual station and unit pressures, while the branch keeps a county-wide view that helps identify repeat patterns and escalate them in a coordinated way.

This combination of day-to-day responsiveness and regional continuity gives the branch a clear role: protect member interests while reinforcing professional standards and dependable public service in Gavleborgs lan.

Police union representatives in a regional planning discussion
How we work

Three principles shape the branch's daily work.

The team focuses on practical support, strong internal coordination and long-term improvement rather than short-term reaction alone.

Member-first advocacy

Issues are handled with direct attention to workplace impact, recovery, fairness and professional sustainability.

Regional continuity

Local cases are tracked across municipalities so repeated problems can be compared, documented and escalated well.

Constructive dialogue

The branch aims for clear, evidence-based discussion with leadership while protecting members who need support.

Full team

Eight people supporting members across Gavleborgs lan.

Each team member contributes a distinct area of focus, from negotiations and work environment issues to communications and early career support.

Anna Johansson, Director

Anna Johansson

Director

Leads the branch's overall strategy, member representation priorities and regional leadership dialogue.

Lars Nyberg, Regional Coordinator

Lars Nyberg

Regional Coordinator

Connects local representatives across the county and keeps shared branch actions moving between municipalities.

Sara Lind, Work Environment Lead

Sara Lind

Work Environment Lead

Handles workload, recovery and staffing condition cases with a focus on sustainable operational practice.

Mikael Strom, Member Support Officer

Mikael Strom

Member Support Officer

Guides members through case intake, follow-up and practical next steps when workplace issues need attention.

Elin Bergstrom, Negotiations Adviser

Elin Bergstrom

Negotiations Adviser

Supports local negotiations and prepares documentation that helps members present strong, well-framed cases.

Johan Ek, Training and Development Liaison

Johan Ek

Training and Development Liaison

Coordinates learning sessions, onboarding support and practical development pathways for active members.

Karin Dahl, Communications Officer

Karin Dahl

Communications Officer

Manages branch updates, event messaging and clear communication around priorities affecting local members.

Oskar Hall, Early Career Member Liaison

Oskar Hall

Early Career Member Liaison

Works with newer members on expectations, local culture and access to support early in their careers.