In 2022, during Almedalsveckan in Gotland, Sweden, a tragic incident unfolded as a 64-year-old national coordinator for psychiatric issues was fatally stabbed in Visby. This unfortunate event cast a sombre shadow over the typically open and inclusive atmosphere of Almedalsveckan—an event renowned for bringing together politicians, business leaders, and the general public for open discussions. It was not the first time that such violence had marred the event.
How Cosafe Contributed to Region Gotland’s Security During Almedalsveckan
With the spotlight on them following the previous year’s tragedy, the security measures for Almedalsveckan in 2022 were notably comprehensive, as reported by Dagens Samhälle. Region Gotland, under the leadership of Preparedness and Security Chief Rikard von Zweigbergk, took a proactive stance by implementing various new security measures, ensuring they were fully prepared to respond swiftly to any serious incident.
One integral component of their preparedness strategy was Cosafe. Several months before the event, the region had adopted our alarm and communication platform for primary and secondary schools to enhance safety. As Almedalsveckan approached, Region Gotland expanded the user base to include the emergency management team, which remained in constant operational mode throughout the week. By employing Cosafe, they could guarantee efficient communication, rapid response to alarms, mobilization of resources, and secure access to critical documents.
Region Gotland’s rigorous preparation and professional crisis management efforts yielded significant results. The entire team could finally exhale, knowing their dedication to security had paid off.
