Rationalities of goodwill: On the promotion of philanthropy through sports-based interventions in Sweden

This article by Ekholm & Dahlstedt analyzes Swedish sports-based interventions, such as Midnight Football, to understand the underlying "goodwill rationalities." It reveals how sport is positioned as a civic remedy, yet may inadvertently reinforce assimilation norms. The study highlights the dual role of public–private partnerships in promoting social inclusion, while also urging critical reflection on sport's broader function in policymaking and philanthropy. It emphasizes the political potential of such provisions as a means of promoting social change, guided by specific notions of a "good society" and "good citizen," often animating contributions as non-political acts of goodwill.