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Lillemor Arvidsson
34th Governor of Gotland
In office
1998–2004
Prime Minister Göran Persson
Preceded by Thorsten Andersson
Succeeded by Marianne Samuelsson
President of the
Swedish Municipal Workers' Union
In office
1988–1995
Preceded by Sigvard Marjasin
Succeeded by Ylva Thörn
Personal details
Born (1943-05-01)1 May 1943
Skara, Sweden
Died 23 April 2012(2012-04-23) (aged 68)
Stockholm, Sweden
Political party Social Democrats
Profession Nurse

Maj Lillemor Arvidsson was an important Swedish leader. She was born on May 1, 1943, and passed away on April 23, 2012. Lillemor Arvidsson was known for her work with workers' rights and later served as the Governor of Gotland, an island in Sweden.

Who Was Lillemor Arvidsson?

Lillemor Arvidsson was born in Skara, Sweden. Before becoming a well-known leader, she worked as a nurse. This background likely helped her understand the needs of everyday people. She was a member of the Social Democrats, a political party in Sweden.

Leading Workers' Rights

Lillemor Arvidsson spent many years working to improve conditions for workers.

President of the Municipal Workers' Union

From 1988 to 1995, Lillemor Arvidsson was the President of the Swedish Municipal Workers' Union.

  • A trade union is a group of workers who join together. They work to protect their rights and improve their working conditions.
  • The Swedish Municipal Workers' Union represents people who work for local governments. This includes many different jobs, like nurses, teachers, and sanitation workers.
  • As president, Lillemor Arvidsson was a strong voice for these workers. She helped them get fair pay and good working environments.

Governor of Gotland

After her work with the union, Lillemor Arvidsson took on a new role.

What Does a Governor Do?

In Sweden, a county governor is like the main leader of a region.

  • They represent the national government in their county.
  • They make sure laws are followed and help manage public services.
  • It's a very important job that helps a region run smoothly.

Lillemor Arvidsson's Time as Governor

Lillemor Arvidsson served as the Governor of Gotland from 1998 to 2004.

  • Gotland is a large island off the southeastern coast of Sweden.
  • During her time as governor, she worked to support the people and development of Gotland.
  • She was the 34th person to hold this important position.

Legacy

Lillemor Arvidsson passed away in Stockholm, Sweden, in 2012. She is remembered for her dedication to public service. She worked hard to improve the lives of many people, first as a union leader and then as a governor.

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