Katrin Sjögren facts for kids
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Katrin Sjögren
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Sjögren in November 2010
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| Premier of Åland | |
| Assumed office 11 December 2023 |
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| Governor | Peter Lindbäck |
| Deputy | Annika Hambrudd |
| Preceded by | Veronica Thörnroos |
| In office 25 November 2015 – 25 November 2019 |
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| Governor | Peter Lindbäck |
| Deputy | Camilla Gunell |
| Preceded by | Camilla Gunell |
| Succeeded by | Veronica Thörnroos |
| Leader of Liberals for Åland | |
| Assumed office 2012 |
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| Minister of Social Affairs and Environment | |
| In office 2007–2011 |
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| Premier | Viveka Eriksson |
| Member of the Åland Parliament | |
| Assumed office 2003 |
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| Personal details | |
| Born | February 2, 1966 |
| 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.
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.
