Humanitarian efforts
An important part of Norwegian foreign and international development policy is concerned with saving lives, alleviating suffering and protecting civilians affected by war and conflict. Norwegian humanitarian efforts are focused on countries where there are great, unmet humanitarian needs, and where the measures concerned support peace and reconciliation processes.
The protection of civilians in conflict situations
Ensuring protection against violence, abuse and violations of fundamental human rights is a key part of the humanitarian response, both in situations of armed conflict and natural disasters. Protection has been identified as one of three main priorities in Norway’s Humanitarian Strategy for 2019-2023.
Guidance on respect for humanitarian principles
Nearly 27 million of the children who are currently out of school live in areas affected by crisis and conflict, according to Unicef. By assuming an international leadership role, Norway has helped to increase political awareness and provide concrete measures for education in situations of crisis and conflict.
More on humanitarian efforts
Latest on humanitarian efforts
What's new
- Statement by Minister of International Development Tvinnereim regarding Humanitarian Needs in 2025 News story 04/12/2024
- Norway expressing strong support for Palestine at the Cairo conference News story 02/12/2024
- Statement by Minister Anne Beathe Kristiansen Tvinnereim on urgent need for increased humanitarian access to Gaza News story 27/11/2024
- Statement by Foreign Minister Eide on the ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon News story 27/11/2024
- Address by the Prime Minister on "Fight against hunger and poverty" Speech/statement 18/11/2024
Documents
- Women, Peace and Security Guidelines 03/06/2024
- Norway’s Humanitarian Strategy Plans/strategy 15/05/2024
- A just world is an equal world Plans/strategy 11/12/2023
- Norway’s National Action Plan: Women, Peace and Security (2023-2030) Plans/strategy 14/09/2023
- Meld. St. 26 (2022–2023) - A changing climate – united for a climate-resilient society Report to the Storting 16/06/2023
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