sammankalla

Sammankalla is a Swedish verb meaning to call together or convene a meeting or assembly. It is used in organizational, administrative, and legal contexts to describe the act of arranging for participants to gather, often under a formal or official remit.

Etymology and related forms: the word combines samman meaning together and kalla meaning to call. Related noun forms include sammankallande, referring to the convener or person who calls the meeting, and sammankallelse or kallelse, referring to the act or notice of convening. The term is commonly seen in rules or instructions governing how associations, boards, councils, and other bodies organize gatherings.

Usage and context: sammankalla is typically employed by officials such as chairpersons, secretaries, or other authorized officials who have the authority to summon a meeting. The process is usually accompanied by a kallelse—an official notice circulated to members specifying the time, place, and agenda. Legal and organizational requirements may stipulate minimum notice periods and formalities to ensure fair participation.

Examples: The board sammankallar styrelsen till extramöte. Föreningens ordförande sam mankallar medlemmarna till årsmötet. In practice, the exact procedure and language can vary between organizations and jurisdictions.

See also: kallelse, sammankallelse, sammankalling, convener, parliamentary procedure.