The focus of this study has been to examine a number of municipalities that, in different ways, work to recruit more men to work in preschools. The aim of the study has been to identify ways of working, initiatives and processes conducted by municipalities aiming to recruit more men to work in preschools. The concepts of agency and preparedness are central in this matter. The study includes seven municipalities, all included in one network specially aiming at raising the number of men working in preschool. Between 2014 and 2016, the network met ve times. Interviews and discussions were carried out with key persons involved in the local work to recruit more men to preschools. This analysis can show trends in initiating the concrete work to encourage more men to work in preschools. The results show that an organisation is needed, several measures are to be conducted and the formulation of objectives provides the organisation with a mandate and, ideally, also the time and resources for the work. The organisation and objectives contribute to continuity in the work, something that long-term areas for change often need.