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Katrin Sjögren
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Sjögren in November 2010
Premier of Åland
Assumed office
11 December 2023
Governor Peter Lindbäck
Deputy Annika Hambrudd [sv]
Preceded by Veronica Thörnroos
In office
25 November 2015 – 25 November 2019
Governor Peter Lindbäck
Deputy Camilla Gunell
Preceded by Camilla Gunell
Succeeded by Veronica Thörnroos
Leader of Liberals for Åland
Assumed office
2012
Minister of Social Affairs and Environment
In office
2007–2011
Premier Viveka Eriksson
Member of the Åland Parliament
Assumed office
2003
Personal details
Born (1966-02-02) February 2, 1966 (age 59)
Nationality Finnish
Political party Liberals for Åland
Spouse Anders Eriksson
Children 3
Residences Mariehamn, Åland

Katrin Sjögren (born on February 2, 1966) is a politician from Åland, which is a group of islands that belongs to Finland. She has held a very important job called the Premier of Åland. She was the Premier from November 25, 2015, to November 25, 2019. She became Premier again on December 11, 2023. Katrin Sjögren has also been the leader of a political group called the Liberals for Åland since 2012.

Who is Katrin Sjögren?

Katrin Sjögren was born in 1966. She is a Finnish politician who lives in Mariehamn, the main town in Åland. She is married to Anders Eriksson and they have three children.

Her Political Journey

Katrin Sjögren started her political career by being elected to the Parliament of Åland in 2003. The Parliament is like the main law-making group for the Åland islands.

Important Roles

Before becoming Premier, Katrin Sjögren served as the Minister of Social Affairs and Environment. She held this role from 2007 to 2011. As a minister, she helped make decisions about important things like social services and protecting nature in Åland.

Her role as Premier of Åland is similar to being a prime minister for the islands. It means she leads the government and helps make big decisions for the people of Åland.

Awards and Recognition

Katrin Sjögren has received an important award for her work.

  • Order of the Polar Star - Ribbon bar, pre 1975.svg In 2022, she was given the Order of the Polar Star from Sweden. This is a special honor given to people who have done great things.
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