VINCE

Bringing human-centered digital perspective to the National  Resettlement Conference in Sweden

Women in colorful attire gather in Dadaab refugee camp, showcasing vibrant community life.
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Refugee resettlement is undergoing major shifts – not just in policies and quotas, but in how we think about integration from day one. At the National Resettlement Conference 2025 (Nationell Vidarebosättningskonferens), VINCE is proud to contribute to this vital conversation by offering a digital perspective that puts people first.

Changing landscape and collaboration in focus

The conference, taking place in Stockholm on May 13–14, 2025 is a platform for stakeholders across Sweden and beyond to explore how refugee resettlement is changing – especially in light of reduced quotas, evolving EU migration policies, and the growing need for more coordinated, human-centered solutions. With a strong focus on collaboration, the event serves as a platform for exchanging knowledge and developing practical approaches to improve refugee resettlement processes. Project VINCE will be presented in the event by Länsstyrelsen Östergötland.

“VINCE helps transform integration from a one-size-fits-all approach into something more personal, responsive, and empowering.“

Empowering resettlement through smart solutions

VINCE enters this dialogue as a practical tool for improving the integration journey. Our mobile application is designed to support newcomers from the very beginning – facilitating early contact, access to key information, and long-term orientation. By tailoring information and support to individual needs, VINCE helps transform integration from a one-size-fits-all approach into something more personal, responsive, and empowering.

The project brings more than just technology into the conversation. It brings insight into how digital innovation can enhance collaboration between authorities, civil society, and individuals in resettlement. At a time when systems are being reimagined, VINCE offers a flexible, scalable solution that supports both efficiency and empathy.

From major organisations to personal, human stories

At the conference, VINCE will be presented alongside actors such as the Swedish Migration Agency, UNHCR, municipalities, civil society organizations, and – most importantly – people with personal experience of resettlement. These stories remind us that integration is not just about systems – it’s about people rebuilding their lives in a new country.

Here are some of the participating organizations and topics to be covered in the event

  • Swedish Migration Agency – presenting new national priorities, integration assessments, and preparations for future EU regulations.
  • UNHCR (UN Refugee Agency) – with representatives from Geneva headquarters and field offices in Uganda and Tanzania, sharing global perspectives on resettlement.
  • Municipalities and regional authorities – including those piloting new methods like early contact and improved reception processes.
  • Civil society organizations – such as Kompis Sverige and the Red Cross, involved in integration, health, and family reunification support.
  • International actors – like the International Red Cross, International Criminal Court (ICC) and UN Migration (IOM), offering insights into specialized resettlement efforts.
  • Projects and initiatives – including VINCE, which brings a digital integration perspective through its mobile application.
  • Project K.V.O.T – the main organizer, showcasing its work to improve resettlement processes in Swedish municipalities.

From regufee camp to Eurovision

Among the speakers is Tusse, Congolese-Swedish singer who came to Sweden as a quota refugee from a refugee camp in Uganda in 2010. He has made a career in music and e.g. represented Sweden in the 2021 Eurovision song contest with his song Million Voices. Currently he is acting as an ambassador for UNHCR and in the event he will be sharing his thoughts on resettlement.

By participating in this dialogue, VINCE hopes to highlight the potential of digital tools to support more inclusive, person-centered resettlement practices – and to learn from others doing important work in the same space.

Article was written with the help of ChatGPT.