Att leda - När juridiska krav kolliderar med personliga värderingar

Sammanfattning: This study aims to analyze the effects of the proposal regarding mandatory reporting for undocumented individuals within the Swedish public sector and how this potentially affects leaders in their efforts to motivate their employees to comply with this requirement, which is considered ethically charged. The primary focus is to understand how these leaders can motivate their employees considering legal requirements that are both legally binding and ethically sensitive. By interviewing leaders from various sectors within the public domain in multiple Swedish municipalities, this case study seeks to highlight the challenges arising from the amalgamation of legal mandates and ethical dilemmas. Its goal is to provide insights that can support these leaders in their complex decision-making regarding such issues. The study addresses theoretical aspects such as change management and critical organizational theory. The study's findings indicate that political decisions play a pivotal role in the processes of change within public operations. Resistance to change varies and takes various forms. To motivate employees to comply with legal requirements, incentives and sanctions are employed as tools. Many participants in the study expressed ethical dilemmas and concerns regarding the impact of mandatory reporting for undocumented individuals on the work environment and mental health. The conclusion drawn is that motivation within the public sector to adhere to sensitive legal requirements is a complex issue that demands open dialogue, clear communication, and strategic leadership to manage and navigate these challenges in an ethical and effective manner.