2026.10.17
Votes on FORUM26: Richard Kindroth, SACS
”"At FORUM26, the public and private sectors can learn from each other. This strengthens both the knowledge and trust between those who will manage a crisis together."”
This is according to Richard Kindroth, who is involved in planning the exercise at FORUM26. Richard is also chairman of SACS – Swedish Association of Civil Security, so for him it goes without saying that good preparedness is based on genuine collaboration.
Why is an event like FORUM26 important?
Here, authorities, municipalities and companies can exchange experiences and learn from each other's perspectives on water and sanitation preparedness. The mutual exchange provides a greater understanding of the whole and better conditions for developing preparedness together.
What is the value of starting from fictional scenarios?
The scenarios are close to reality, but are fictional and take place in a fictional location. It is an established way to give all participants a concrete and realistic picture of what may be required of both their own organization and other actors if the water and sanitation systems are challenged.
Why should stakeholders within VA-Sweden register?
To get a clearer picture of one's own role in Sweden's water and sanitation preparedness and learn from each other's perspectives. Authorities, municipalities and companies are all parts of the whole.
What will participants get from FORUM26?
Knowledge from the experts on the scene and inspiration to develop preparedness in your own operations. We have organized similar exercises before and then the participants have immediately felt that they have a better understanding of how to act to strengthen preparedness. In addition, the network and trust between the actors are strengthened. Knowing who to contact and having a face to the person makes it easier when you need to handle a crisis together.
Do you work with water, emergency response or security? Sign up for FORUM26 and get a clearer picture of how your organization can contribute when the crisis occurs. The number of places is limited. Register by November 9th.