Sverker Åstrom Foundation

The Foundation is to serve the purpose of furthering Swedish-Russian relation through the award of fellowships to young citizens of the Russian Federation. The capital of the Foundation derives from a donation by Ambassador Sverker Åström. The Foundation is called "The Foundation for the Furtherance of Swedish-Russian Relations" and has its seat in Stockholm.

The fellowships are designed to allow a number of young citizens of the Russian Federation, aged 20 to 35 years, to acquaint themselves with conditions and achievements in Sweden in their respective fields of interest, such as political science, law, economy and administration. Other fields may include art, music, dance and theatre.

Applicants should hold or prepare academic degrees. The intention is that the fellows, through contacts with Swedish authorities, universities, organisations, enterprises and individuals, should acquire knowledge and experience that will be useful to them in their careers in Russia. It is, not least, of importance that they win Swedish friends with whom they will hopefully remain in touch after their stay in Sweden. After the end of their visit the scholarship holders must submit a report to the Board.

The scholarship is not intended for researchers who are already in Sweden or pursue specialized research in Swedish themes.