Beredskapslyftet
The Resource Pool That Steps In When Society Falls Short.
Beredskapslyftet is a nonprofit organization that mobilizes resources from the private sector during crises and major events that impact society.
What Is Beredskapslyftet?
The purpose of Beredskapslyftet is to serve as the preparedness platform society needs when unexpected demands arise. Its purpose is to mobilize and coordinate resources swiftly during times of crisis or major societal events.
Background
The idea for Beredskapslyftet was born the day after SAS was forced to furlough 90% of its staff due to travel restrictions during the COVID-19 pandemic. On one side were furloughed cabin crew with some medical training. On the other was an overstretched healthcare system facing extreme staffing challenges.
To address the situation, Sophiahemmet University started an intensive training program for furloughed SAS staff. Within a few days, 300 SAS employees expressed interest. Several furloughed workers found new jobs, and the healthcare system received much-needed reinforcement.
A Gap Was Filled
Today, Beredskapslyftet operates as a nonprofit association, acting as a platform to mobilize resources from the private sector during societal crises. Since its creation, Beredskapslyftet has launched several impactful initiatives, including the Ukrainian Professional Support Center and the crime prevention program “Rätt Kurva”.
Initiators and Members
Beredskapslyftet was founded by Novare, the Wallenberg Foundations, and Sophiahemmet University in the spring of 2020. Today, the association’s members include its founders FAM, Novare, SAAB, and Axel Johnson.
