Bosniaks in Sweden
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| Total population | |
| 94,000[1] (2020) | |
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| Swedish · Bosnian | |
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| Sunni Islam | |
| Related ethnic groups | |
| Other South Slavs in Sweden |
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Bosniaks in Sweden (Swedish: Bosniaker i Sverige) ancestry can be traced to Bosnia and Herzegovina and Sandžak region. The vast majority of Bosniaks immigrated to Sweden during and after the Bosnian War which lasted from 1992 to 1995. The largest Bosniak population can be found in Stockholm, Gothenburg, Malmö and other bigger cities in Sweden.[2][3]
According to Statistics Sweden, there were approximately 94,000 people of Bosnian descent living in Sweden in 2020.[4]
History
[edit]The history of Bosniaks in Sweden dates back to the 1960s when the Swedish government began recruiting foreign workers to help address the country's labor shortage. Many Bosnians, including Bosniaks, immigrated to Sweden in search of better economic opportunities. The majority of Bosniaks settled in the urban areas of Sweden, particularly in Stockholm, Gothenburg, and Malmö.
In the early years of Bosniak immigration to Sweden, they faced significant challenges in adapting to Swedish society. Most Bosniaks settled in urban areas, primarily in Stockholm, Gothenburg, and Malmö, where they formed close-knit communities to support each other.
During the 1990s, the Bosnian War led to a significant influx of Bosnian refugees into Sweden, including many Bosniaks. The Swedish government granted asylum to many of these refugees, and they became a significant part of the Bosniak community in Sweden.
Today, the Bosniak community in Sweden is estimated to be around 90,000 people, making it one of the largest Bosnian communities in Europe. The community has established several organizations and cultural centers, including the Islamic Association in Sweden, which serves as a hub for religious and cultural activities.
The Bosniak community in Sweden has also played an essential role in promoting cultural diversity and understanding in the country. They have participated in interfaith and multicultural events, such as the Stockholm Interfaith Dialogue, to promote dialogue and understanding among different communities in Sweden.
In recent years, the Bosniak community in Sweden has faced some challenges, including rising Islamophobia and anti-immigrant sentiment in Swedish society. However, the community continues to strive for acceptance and understanding and has made significant contributions to Swedish society in various fields, including business, science, and the arts.
Notable people
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- Anel Ahmedhodžić
- Midhat Ajanović
- Bahrudin Atajić
- Denni Avdić
- Zlatan Azinović
- Admir Bajrovic
- Dino Beganovic
- Darijan Bojanić
- Riki Cakić
- Selma Delibašić
- Negra Efendić
- Nordin Gerzić
- Armin Gigović
- Aida Hadžialić
- Dennis Hadžikadunić
- Sead Hakšabanović
- Mirza Halvadžić
- Mirza Hasanbegović
- Salvatore Ganacci
- Zlatan Ibrahimović
- Anna Ibrisagic
- Dino Islamović
- Nermin Karić
- Dženis Kozica
- Elmin Kurbegović
- Adnan Marić
- Anes Mravac
- Amar Muhsin
- Amel Mujanic
- Zlatan Muslimović
- Adi Nalić
- Dino Pita
- Esad Razić
- Nera Smajić
- Jasmin Sudić
- Ali Suljić
- Amir Suljić
- Benjamin Tahirović
- Emra Tahirović
- Muamer Tanković
- Denis Velić
- Zećira Mušović
See also
[edit]References
[edit]- ^ "Utrikes födda samt födda i Sverige med en eller två utrikes födda föräldrar efter födelseland/ursprungsland, 31 december 2019, totalt". scb.se (in Swedish).
- ^ "Veliki broj Bošnjaka na izbornim listama u Švedskoj". stav.ba. Retrieved 11 October 2022.
- ^ "Upoznajmo bošnjačku zajednicu u Švedskoj". akos.ba. Retrieved 22 November 2011.
- ^ "Statistics Sweden: Census of 2020 (in Swedish)".
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