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. Protection of civilians is one of Norway’s key priorities as an elected member of the Security Council.
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
- Norway pledges NOK 1 billion for protection of children in armed conflict Press release 06/06/2023
- Closing statement at the conference on protecting children in armed conflict Speech/statement 06/06/2023
- International commitment to protect children in conflict Press release 06/06/2023
- Protecting Children in Armed Conflict – Our Common Future Speech/statement 05/06/2023
- The Foreign Minister's opening speech at the conference on protecting children in armed conflict Speech/statement 05/06/2023
Documents
- Investing in a common future Report 31/05/2023
- Guidance note on ensuring respect for the humanitarian principles Guidelines/brochures 11/09/2019
- Meld. St. 27 (2018–2019) - Norway’s Role and Interests in Multilateral Cooperation Report to the Storting 14/06/2019
- Partner Countries in Norway’s Development Policy Report 07/12/2018
- Norway’s Humanitarian Strategy Plans/strategy 13/08/2018
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Department for Multilateral Affairs
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