ANNIVERSARY PLAN 2018 WELCOME TO GOTHENBURG Gothenburg celebrates its 400 year anniversary in 2021. We will celebrate by working together to make Gothenburg an even better place, all the way up to the anniversary year – and well beyond. INDEX INTRODUCTION CONTENTS The 2018 anniversary plan is the sixth in succession and a milepost in our joint efforts to make Gothenburg an even better city. This plan presents a summary of what has been achieved so far as a result of the city’s collective efforts for the anniversary, and what is planned for the coming years. Read more at goteborg2021.com 03 04 08 10 16 INTRODUCTION BACKGROUND THE JOURNEY FOCUS YEARS ANNIVERSARY YEAR A launching point for What does the TO 2021 Each year has a special Gothenburg’s 400 year the next hundred years anniversary involve The journey to 2021 is focus theme, an idea to anniversary – a celebration and an even better and who can take part? just as important as the unite behind and talk that never ends. Gothenburg. anniversary year itself. about. 18 27 34 36 ANNIVERSARY MORE INITIATIVES A LOOK BACK ORGANISATION INITIATIVES Initiatives from compa- THROUGH HISTORY New forms of collab- Anniversary initiatives nies, administrations, The wings of history oration, networks and contribute to the city’s industry, academia and help us fly. contacts are developed development associations. daily. TOGETHER FOR AN EVEN BETTER CITY The countdown has started: only three years left In 2018 we will focus on the global perspective and start planning the of the journey towards Gothenburg’s anniversary. programme for Gothenburg’s anniversary year in 2021. The first phase of the programme organisation is in full swing and there are plenty of Of course the anniversary is something to be ideas. The anniversary preparations so far have generated many cross- celebrated, but it should also be seen as a launching boundary contacts, projects and new ideas which will create many point for the next hundred years. long-term benefits for Gothenburg’s residents. It is empowering to see so many people pooling resources to make a difference and create In this Anniversary Plan, we consolidate the direction previously lasting values – for an even better city. established, where Gothenburg’s 400 year anniversary is seen as a united effort to create a more socially sustainable city. The ambition is to engage the whole city and its residents in order to achieve the maximum possible participation. This achievement can be quite a challenge with such a long-term project. It requires sensitivity, humility and, above all, persistence. In 2017, we reviewed all the projects that are based on residents’ ideas in order to evaluate how Gothenburg’s anniversary can contribute to the city’s future development. Camilla Nyman CEO, Göteborg & Co 2 3 Angered 1 Norra Hisingen 10 Östra Göteborg 2 Västra Hisingen 8 Lundby 9 1. Angered 2. Östra Göteborg Örgryte-Härlanda 3 Centrum 4 3. Örgryte-Härlanda Majorna-Linné 5 4. Centrum 5. Majorna-Linné Västra Göteborg 7 6. Askim-Frölunda-Högsbo 7. Västra Göteborg 8. Västra Hisingen 6 9. Lundby Askim-Frölunda-Högsbo 10. Norra Hisingen BACKGROUND BACKGROUND “GOTHENBURG RESIDENTS’ DREAMS, IDEAS AND SUGGESTIONS THIS IS GOTHENBURG’S FORM THE BASIS 400 YEAR ANNIVERSARY FOR THE THEMES AND GOALS THAT On the 4th of June 1621 Gothenburg was awarded city status. ANGERED We are celebrating it by working together to make our city LEAD TOWARDS NORRA HISINGEN an even better place. But what does this actually entail? THE VISION” THE MISSION Göteborg & Co has been instructed by the City Executive Board to de- velop plans for the anniversary on a yearly basis. Back in 2009 the City ONE VISION ÖSTRA of Gothenburg decided to use the 400 year anniversary as a milepost GÖTEBORG By 2021, Gothenburg will be internationally and catalyst for the city’s development. recognised as a bold model for sustainable growth. We are an innovative, open and inclusive VÄSTRA HISINGEN ENGAGING THE ENTIRE CITY city, where all residents feel a sense of purpose Thousands of ideas and suggestions from Gothenburg residents and LUNDBY and participation. perspective groups were compiled in an anniversary plan that was adopted by the Municipal Council, and in a book of ideas that provides CENTRUM ÖRGRYTE- feedback for residents. The anniversary marks an opportunity for THREE THEMES HÄRLANDA residents to shape the city’s development with their ideas. Without the By the Water, Building Bridges, and Open Spaces anniversary there would, for example, be no plans for a cable-car over MAJORNA- are strategies for keeping the vision on track and LINNÉ the river or somewhere to swim in the middle of town. The work has encouraging participation all the way to 2021. been carried out through a public process aimed at putting ideas into practice and generating lasting values for Gothenburg. All these ideas, FIVE GOALS dreams and suggestions provide the basis for the themes and goals VÄSTRA that will lead towards the anniversary vision, right up to 2021 and well 1. To make an international mark by working GÖTEBORG beyond. to make Gothenburg a city where residents enjoy life and feel involved, proud and confident about the future. 2. To be a bold model for sustainable growth by meeting and exceeding previously ASKIM- established targets. FRÖLUNDA- HÖGSBO 3. To develop Gothenburg and the surrounding region through broad collaboration with the city’s committees and companies as well as local, regional, national and international stakeholders. 4. To involve the whole city in the celebrations by inviting ongoing, open dialogue that everyone can take part in. 5. To strengthen Gothenburg’s image The work is being undertaken through a public process inspired by through effective communication and ideas from Gothenburg’s residents. The ambition is to enhance the marketing. city’s existing attractions and create lasting values. The Book of Ideas and the Work Plan are available on goteborg2021.com. By the Water Building Bridges Open Spaces Getting close to the water in all its Building bridges between Developing an open and tolerant forms: the sea, the archipelago, the people and reducing divides. city by providing creative new harbour, the lakes, the canals, the meeting spaces. river and the rain. 4 5 BACKGROUND BACKGROUND COLLECTIVE EFFORTS BE PART OF THE GET RESULTS CELEBRATIONS! The working model and the public process centred around residents’ ideas have ensured that There are many ways in which you can participate in the whole city is involved in the anniversary in some capacity. Together we have created new the city’s anniversary initiatives. By being part of the forms of collaboration, and our collective efforts are bringing results. This model is encouraging celebrations, you and your business can help find new SIGNPOSTS – HELPING US a growing number of people to get involved in the anniversary. The first wave of anniversary forms of development and collaboration while contributing KEEP ON TRACK initiatives has made its mark on the city and attracted international attention. There are many to an even better city. The signposts add an extra dimension. They advantages in joining forces and doing things together rather than individually. Above all, it guide us as we plan and implement the various sets the direction towards a more innovative,more open and even better city. Thousands of ideas and dreams have been gathered together. A vision, goals anniversary initiatives. To be in keeping with the and themes have been formulated based on the suggestions put forward anniversary’s vision and goals, all anniversary during the public process. Engaging in broad collaboration across boundaries initiatives should feature: SUSTAINABILITY IN ACTION of Gothenburg Innovation Programme 2018–2023 and the proposed results in fruitful exchanges, new ideas and valuable opportunities. More and The anniversary efforts build on all three aspects of sustainability: hospitality industry development programme through 2030. Since the more people want to take part in building Gothenburg’s future. The aim is for 1. Open dialogue to engage more people social, ecological and economic. Ultimately, the aim is to build a city work started, issues regarding social sustainability in Gothenburg have the 400 year anniversary to be a milepost in the city’s history in which every- 2. Whole city perspective where dreams are taken seriously, where everyone who lives and gained an increasingly central role. As a consequence of this, the Equal- one can participate. works feels a sense of participation and belonging, and which attracts ity in Gothenburg 2018–2026 programme, adopted by the Municipal 3. Sustainability in action – socially, ecologically and economically. more people. This is how we want to celebrate our city together and Executive Board in November 2017, has become a priority governing What are your ideas for making Gothenburg an even better city? You and your make a global impression. The sustainability efforts are in line with the document for the city’s activities including the anniversary efforts. business or organisation are welcome to contact us to discuss how you can 4. Unique ideas to achieve international City of Gothenburg’s agreed policies and guidelines for managing and help prepare for 2021 and be part of the celebrations. impact implementing the anniversary initiatives in residents’ best interests. AN EQUAL CITY IS A BETTER CITY 5. Start now – the journey to 2021 is just The Equality in Gothenburg programme stakes out the direction HOW CAN I PARTICIPATE IN THE ANNIVERSARY? as important as the year itself. CONFIRMING THE ANNIVERSARY DIRECTION in which Gothenburg aims to work in collaboration with residents, • By joining in and contributing your ideas when dialogues are held. During 2017, the anniversary preparations and initiatives were thor- industry, regional and state stakeholders, civil organisations and • Put forward your idea by contacting the anniversary staff at Göteborg & Co.* oughly reviewed to confirm and clarify the direction of the work and academia to improve social sustainability.