Renowned journalist and author, Lisa Bjurwald, will be joining VLT, Västerås’ leading newspaper, as a key contributor in their mission to monitor important local issues in Västerås and surrounding areas. With an impressive career spanning various esteemed publications, Lisa Bjurwald is hailed as a strong voice and highly skilled journalist.
Her extensive experience includes being a leading writer at Dagens Nyheter, a columnist at Expressen and Aftonbladet, editor-in-chief and responsible publisher for the newspaper Författaren, as well as editor and co-owner of Medievärlden. This rich track record is a testament to her dedication and expertise in the field.
Daniel Nordström, VLT’s editor-in-chief and responsible publisher, expressed his satisfaction with the recruitment of Lisa Bjurwald. He praised her as not only a strong voice but also a driven and skilled journalist. Her addition to the VLT team is expected to further enhance the newspaper’s reputation as an important liberal voice in the country.
Lisa Bjurwald has garnered numerous accolades for her literary works, having written eight award-winning books on pertinent social issues. These include the crisis in Swedish maternity care, the culture of silence within the Swedish police, and the war in Ukraine. Her ability to delve into these complex topics and shed light on crucial societal matters has won her critical acclaim.
Excited about her new role, Lisa Bjurwald expressed gratitude for the trust placed in her. She is honored at the opportunity to lead the monitoring of vital local issues in Västerås and the wider region of Västmanland. Additionally, she highlighted VLT’s editorial page as one of the most important liberal voices in the country, maintaining its commitment to classical libertarian values amidst political developments in other regions.
Lisa Bjurwald will officially begin her new position at VLT on 2nd October. Her inclusion in the VLT team is anticipated to bring fresh perspectives and contribute to the newspaper’s commitment to providing insightful and thought-provoking journalism to its readership.