Advisory councils

The Disability Council works to ensure that people with disabilities have equal rights and opportunities in society. Representatives from disability organisations and the municipality meet to discuss barriers and propose solutions. Topics include accessibility in public spaces, participation in community life, and equal access to services. The council’s role is advisory, helping the municipality develop a society where everyone can take part on equal terms.

The Community Safety and Public Health Council focuses on creating a safe, healthy and socially sustainable Boden. It brings together different actors to collaborate on issues such as crime prevention, wellbeing, inclusion and community life. The council identifies challenges, shares knowledge and suggests measures that promote trust, safety and active citizenship, helping to make Boden a good place to live for all residents.

The Interfaith Council is also part of Boden Municipality’s work on safety and public health. The council exists to foster cooperation, dialogue and contact between different religions and community actors.

The Youth Council is a platform for young people in Boden to express their views and influence local development. It brings together young residents from different backgrounds to discuss issues that matter in their everyday lives, such as education, leisure and the local environment. The council advises the municipality, represents the voices of young people and encourages their active participation, making it easier for youth to be involved in shaping the future.

The Rural Council represents villages and rural areas in Boden. It provides a forum for dialogue between local communities and the municipality. The council raises issues linked to rural services, infrastructure, transport, culture and business development. By gathering perspectives from the countryside, it helps form a more complete picture of the municipality and ensures that development takes place fairly and sustainably across both town and rural areas.