The voluntary sector
Norway is a world-leader in terms of engagement in voluntary work, with half the Norwegian population contributing in some way. These efforts benefit both individuals and society in general.

The voluntary sector
A strong civil sector is crucial for freedom, diversity and the balance of power in society.
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Voluntary sector retains state support
‘I am pleased, as the Minister of Culture and Equality, to assure voluntary organisations on behalf of the Government that they will keep state grants which they have already received or for which an administrative decision has been taken that they are to receive. This concerns activities that cannot be carried out due to rules issued by the health authorities,’ said Minister of Culture and Gender Equality Abid Q. Raja (Liberal Party).
Latest news
- Voluntary sector retains state support Press release 17/03/2020
- Volunteering in the Era of the Sustainable Development Goals Speech/statement 15/03/2016
- Norwegian government to work as volunteers at Lillehammer 2016 Youth Winter Olympic Games News story 04/12/2015
- Visit from the Latvian Minister of Culture News story 19/03/2015
- The government’s declaration on voluntary work Press release 05/12/2014
Documents
Latest documents
- Meld. St. 8 (2018–2019) - The Power of Culture Report to the Storting 23/11/2018
- Meld. St. 15 (2017–2018) - A full life - all your life Report to the Storting 04/05/2018
- Meld. St. 30 (2015–2016) - From reception centre to the labour market – an effective integration policy Report to the Storting 11/05/2016
- Children Living in Poverty Plans/strategy 26/01/2016
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