I am a postdoc hosted by the unit for human geography at the University of Gothenburg. In 2024 I obtained a PhD in Urban Studies from Malmö University. My thesis studies resident experiences and practices in area-based development in the residential area of Gårdsten (Gothenburg), arguing that behind the positive representations that emphasize Gårdsten’s positive change, nuanced, multi-layered resident experiences of continued stigmatization are concealed. The thesis critically assesses the role of area-based initiatives and Swedish public housing, identifying limitations to area-based approaches organized and coordinated by public housing companies.
At present, I receive a scholarship from the Lars Erik Lundberg Scholarship Foundation for a project that focuses on how housing companies work with crime prevention and security initiatives. Housing companies are increasingly involved in crime prevention efforts, for example through local collaborations and various types of security measures. The purpose of this research is to investigate how housing companies perceive their expanding role in crime prevention. I am interested in what types of security initiatives housing companies organize, how they design their crime prevention responsibilities, and what challenges they see in working to prevent crime and increase safety and security in their areas. The Department of Economy and Society at the University of Gothenburg is hosting the project.