Mission/Vision
What does the organization do?
Objectives
The Norwegian Youth Council operates as an interest group for its member organisations both at the national and international level, maintaining contacts with the authorities and other important actors in society to convey the views of its member NGOs. It also aims to be a centre of knowledge on youth-related issues.
Working Languages
Norwegian, English and Spanish
Structure
- General Assembly (once a year)
- Board (12 members, meets 8-10 times a year)
- Executive Committee (President, Deputy President, 2-3 other members of the Board, with the Secretary General)
- Working groups
Main Activities
- Administer project funds on behalf of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Ministry of Culture
- Run an LNU North-South exchange programme for youth organisations called the "Youth Leader Programme"
- Organise conferences and seminars on leadership training, information, etc
- Maintain contacts with governments and other institutions
- Respond to legislative meetings
- Lobby Parliament and Ministries for the funding of NGYOs
Publications
Numerous publications in Norwegian, English and Spanish, including the "Ungdomsnytt" journal published 2-4 times a year
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Details
Organization Status
Not-For-Profit (NFP)
Youth Led
Yes
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