Antje Jackelén

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Jackelén's career is marked by historic firsts. She broke gender and nationality barriers to become the first female and first foreign-born archbishop of Sweden since the 12th century. Her leadership in ecumenical dialogue, particularly with the Catholic Church, has been widely recognized.She has received honorary doctorates and been a featured speaker at global forums like the World Economic Forum. Her scholarly work on science and religion has earned her respect in academic circles.

AwardsJackelén's most significant honour is her election as Archbishop of Uppsala, the highest office in the Church of Sweden. She also holds the distinction of being the first woman and first foreign-born archbishop in Sweden since the 12th century.

Honours & Distinctions

Archbishop Emerita of the Church of Sweden

Church of Sweden·2022

Honorary title upon retirement.

Records & Feats

First female archbishop of the Church of Sweden

Historic First·2014

First woman to hold the highest office in the Church of Sweden.

First foreign-born archbishop of Sweden since the 12th century

Historic First·2014

First non-Swedish-born archbishop in over 800 years.