PARTNERSHIP DRIVEN WORKPLACES

APPLYING THE SWEDISH MODEL
TO DRIVE INNOVATION AND DEVELOPMENT

Panel discussions @ EXPO 2020 - DUBAI
10 December 2021 - 16.00 DUBAI (13.00 CET)

What is the Swedish Model and is it “Swedish”?

Can it be applicable in other contexts?

We will explore the possibilities and challenges for workplace relations as a tool to better support innovation and sustainability during two diverse panels at the EXPO 2020. Joining us in Dubai to debate and discuss workplace cooperation models in a global context are the president of the Swedish union IF Metall and senior business leaders.

Come join us to discover practical examples of how companies and employees are turning policy into good practice with the Swedish Workplace Programme team from Colombia, Kenya, South Africa and Vietnam.

SESSION No 1

The Swedish Model
- how can it be applied in the world?

Panel discussion about how the Swedish Model contributes to the sustainable development agenda. Does the model work everywhere, what are the important building blocks to support innovation and promote sustainability? The session explores the possibilities, challenges and processes for using the model in a  practical way in different cultural contexts.

SESSION NO 2

Partner Driven Workplaces - how does it work?

What are the pre-requisites for good workplace cooperation? Meet the Regional Coordinators in the Swedish Workplace Programme who have implemented an approach in Colombia, South Africa, Kenya and Vietnam to strengthen the relations at the workplace between management and employees. Listen to their examples and stories.

SESSION no 3

Let’s talk and discuss in the room.