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Summary of Meld. St. 13 (2024–2025) Report to the Storting (white paper)

Prevention of extremism. Safety, trust, cooperation and democratic resilience.

This report to the Parliament is largely based on the Commission on Extremism’s description of the situation and knowledge base. The white paper also builds on the authorities’ work in the field over a number of years, as well as insight and

Action plan to combat Anti-Muslim racism 2025–2030

The Norwegian government’s aim is to create an inclusive and diverse society that is safe and welcoming for all. This action plan is aimed at strengthening and renewing the efforts to prevent and combat anti-Muslim racism. To this end, we are

Strategy for Gender Equality 2025–2030

The Norwegian government has set ambitious goals for equality. An equal society forms the founda-tion for everyone to live a fulfilling life and for building a better society. We now present the first-ever gender equality strategy from a Norwegian

History of the Ministry of Culture and Equality

The Ministry of Culture and Equality was established in 1982 under the name Ministry of Culture and Science. Prior to that date, the Ministry of Church and Education bore national responsibility for Norwegian cultural affairs. Since then, the

Broadcasting and on-demand audiovisual services

Broadcasting entails the transmission of radio or TV programmes, the key element being that these are received directly and in real time by the public. On-demand audiovisual services are services that have as their main objective offering programmes

Gender equality

We wish to promote equality and put in place better protection against discrimination for everyone. A society free from discrimination is a prerequisite for equality and equal opportunities. We therefore need a robust and transparent statutory

The role of Norsk Tipping

Norsk Tipping is a government-owned limited company that holds exclusive rights to a number of games being offered in Norway.

Gaming in Norway

The overarching goal of regulating the gaming market in Norway is to prevent gaming problems and other negative consequences of gaming, as well as to ensure that gaming is conducted in a responsible and safe manner. Additionally, the regulation aims

Supervision, control and monitoring

The Norwegian Gambling and Foundation Authority was established in 2001 as a supervisory body for the administration and oversight of private lotteries and state-controlled gaming. The Storting’s intention was to strengthen controls in the growing

Literature

The literature policy aims to facilitate diversity and quality, and to ensure widespread access to literature for everyone in Norway. A wide selection of literature and good accessibility is crucial for democracy and freedom of speech.

Sami cultural policy

The Ministry of Local Government and Regional Development holds the overall state responsibility for Sami policy in Norway, while the Ministry of Culture and Equality holds sectoral responsibility for cultural policy.

Norwegian War Graves Service

The history, tasks and organisation of the Norwegian War Graves Service.

Legislation and documentation

Legislation, regulations and the grant scheme for war graves and documentation relating to war graves.

Foreign war graves in Norway

There are 29 450 foreign war graves in Norway. All foreign war graves are maintained and provided for by the Norwegian Government.

Museums and cultural heritage

Our museums interpret the development of our society, the self-esteem of our nation and our shared standards of democracy and freedom of expression. Museums are the foundations on which our democracy rests, in that they are part of the essential

Hate speech and cyberhate

No one should be subjected to hate or trolling on the basis of their faith, skin colour, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression etc. Hate can have serious consequences for individuals, groups and society as a whole.

More equal and inclusive society for all LGBTQ people

The attack that took place on the night of 25 June 2022 is a painful reminder that work still needs to be done - also politically - to make Norway a safer, more equal and inclusive society for all LGBTQ people. The Government is strengthening

Protection against harmful content

The technological developments within the audiovisual sector has led to a strong increase with reference to the availability of audiovisual content. As audiovisual content takes up more and more time of children and young people’s life the risk of

Film and gaming policy

Films, computer games and other audiovisual productions are important forms of artistic expression that contribute to the public discourse in Norway. The film industry and the market for audiovisual productions are undergoing major change, partly as

Discrimination based on ethnicity, religion or belief

The Government will prevent and combat racism and ethnic discrimination in Norwegian society. Racism and discrimination lead to fewer voices being heard and fewer perspectives being presented. Racism and discrimination can be an obstacle for an