This research project aimes at developing pedagogy within craft practices based on intersectional perspectives, as well as by formulating a methodology. In collaboration with Södertälje Kulturskola, El Sistema and Tjejhuset Södertälje the project will initially be situated in Hovsjö, Södertälje. Over time Sazdic will explore how to build a program that addresses diversity amongst children and young people on their own terms.

Currently Sweden has a population of different societal classes and cultures with different experiences, world views, needs and preferences. Despite many efforts and wishes to broaden participation in higher education, students often are (or become) a homogeneous group, predominantly Swedish middle class, often with parents who consume or produce culture.

Since 1878 sloyd has been a compulsory subject in Swedish primary school, which means that all children in Sweden are engaged in sloyd. At the same time, when we look at those who work as consultants within handicraft, arts and crafts or sloyd, it seems there is still a lack in diversity. Here is a clear gap. This research project aims to investigate what the gap is but also explore pedagogical alternatives, because here is not only a potential for sloyd but also to broaden the diversity of professional culture workers in Sweden.