Programme on working life research

The way working life is structured is crucial to the development of society. Therefore, more knowledge is needed to manage structural transformations such as digitalisation, the green transition, and demographic change. Forte’s ten-year national programme for working life research was launched in 2017 and forms part of the government’s initiative to address these challenges through research and innovation.

What the programme aims to achieve

The research programme is intended to strengthen all aspects of working life research in order to address the societal challenges within this field. The programme primarily focuses on identified challenges in working life to ensure that neglected areas with significant needs are prioritised.

Identified challenges:

  • Creating a sustainable and inclusive working life·
  • Achieving a health-promoting work environment
  • Promoting good working conditions

Facts and figures

750

Fundings

The programme has awarded SEK 750 million to research in the field of working life.

640

Researchers Funded

A total of 640 researchers have received funding through the programme.

118

Projects

The programme has supported 118 different research projects.

55 %

Women Among Funded Researchers

Of the researchers awarded funding, 55 % are women.

Calls for proposals within the programme

So far, we have conducted nine calls for proposals within the national programme for work-life research.

Calls for proposals within the programme

A strategic agenda sets the programme’s direction

Read about the programme’s purpose and objectives, priority research areas, calls for proposals, and strategies.

Contact information

Raili Uibo

Forskningssekreterare

Peter Carlsson

Last published: 7 May 2025