Bilan Osman

Bilan Osman, born in 1992 in Gothenburg, is a Swedish journalist, speaker, and debater known for her critical examination of radicalization and societal issues related to racism and extremism. Her debut novel, 'Det var bättre förr' (It Was Better Before), addresses themes of youth radicalization and societal change through the story of characters grappling with their identities in a polarized environment. With a background in journalism, she has reported on both Islamist and far-right groups, often facing personal threats due to her work. Osman aims to foster understanding and dialogue about complex societal dynamics and has expressed a desire for her book to be included in school curricula.