Equality

The Government will combat all forms of discrimination. Everyone has a right to self-development and to utilise his/her abilities and live his/her own life, irrespective of gender, social background, religion, sexual orientation, disability or ethnic background.

Men and women talking together

The Ministry of Children and Equality is responsible for coordinating the Government’s family and equality policies and legislation in this area. The Ministry of Labour and Social Inclusion is responsible for immigration and asylum policy and for the policy towards the Sami people and minorities.
 
On this page you will find general information and documents that relate to equality. You can explore this topic in more detail by using the menu on the right.

 

The first Women Can Do It (WCDI) Global Conference

This conference is a great opportunity to gather many women (and a few men) to share the experience from the program Women Can Do It (WCDI) developed by the Norwegian People's Aid (NPA) and the Norwegian Labour Party (NLP).

(Ministry of Children and Equality, 16.11.2007)

Taking the next step – fearless, graceful and together

Modern societies need to utilize all human resources, with their personal qualities, education and skills, regardless of gender. Both women and men must be able to participate in working life, social life and family life.

(Ministry of Children and Equality, 28.09.2007)

The necessity of family policies targetting both women and men

The present Government of Norway highlights the following, as visions for a gender equal society and the empowerment of women: To redistribute work, power and care.

(Ministry of Children and Equality, 04.09.2007)

Examination of Norway’s 7th Report by the CEDAW Committee

Gender Equality is not reached over night. Norway has a long history of social inclusion and equality strivings, the last 30 years standing out as to performance and results.

(Ministry of Children and Equality, 02.08.2007)

Strategy for Developing New Businesses in Agriculture

(Ministry of Agriculture and Food, 10.07.2007)

Strategy for Equality in the Agriculture Sector

(Ministry of Agriculture and Food, 10.07.2007)

Plan of Action in Green Care Farming

(Ministry of Agriculture and Food, 10.07.2007)

Guide to gender equality assessment and discussion in ministry budget propositions

(Ministry of Children and Equality, 01.07.2007)

The Role of Somali Women in the Implementation of UNSCR 1325

- We have recently seen that some Somali women are raising their voices and speaking out against the anarchy and the infighting between the various clans and factions. Today these women are becoming a voice for reason, and for peace and reconciliation among all Somalis, State Secretary Stenhammer said in her speech.

(Ministry of Foreign Affairs, 18.06.2007)

How Norway and Finland promote conflict resolution with gender equality

- There are numerous examples of women coming together across dividing lines created by war to find ways to put an end to violence and to work for peace. The international community has an obligation to provide economic, political and logistical assistance for these efforts, Foreign Minister Støre said in his speech.

(Ministry of Foreign Affairs, 08.06.2007)

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