Integration
The key to successful integration is being able to speak Norwegian and getting into work. That's why we offer courses and activities with this in mind.
The times we live in are characterized by greater inequality and increased polarization in society. More people are affected by social, economic and cultural exclusion. We are therefore working to further develop services that help immigrants and their families to get out of poverty and into active participation in society and working life.
In Norway, we contribute to the integration of immigrants and refugees in various areas of society. We do this by offering Norwegian language training, job-seeking courses, mentoring and other meeting places where immigrants can meet and exchange experiences.
We also have a counseling service where employees and volunteers with an immigrant background give advice to others in their native language. The counseling is free of charge and takes place at our resource center at Hammersborg Torg 3, Oslo.
Local branches of Caritas offer similar services in Arendal, Bergen, Drammen, Stavanger, Tromsø and Svalbard, and Trondheim.
See what we can offer at the Resource Center in Oslo:
Courses and activities
We offer Norwegian language training at different levels, job-seeking courses and other activities for those who are new to Norway.
Free guidance and legal assistance
With us, you can get guidance in your own native language. Do you need legal aid? Our lawyers can help.
Advice for au pairs and host families
We can answer all your questions about the au pair scheme and life in Norway.
Articles
Frequently asked questions
We can provide advice and guidance on how to find a job in Norway. We can't find a job for you, but you can sign up for our job search course. The course runs every Friday, where we help you write your CV so that it is more adapted to Norwegian working life. Immigrants with higher education can also participate in JOBBFOKUS - an eight-week course with topics such as: CV and applications, analyzing job ads, interview training, Norwegian labor market and culture, job strategy, networking, LinkedIn and visits from employers.
We are always looking for new volunteers for various assignments. You can get an overview of them here. If you find one that suits you, fill in the form and we will contact you.
Sometimes we have to charge for one of our Norwegian courses, but otherwise all our courses and activities are free of charge.
Our counselors at the Resource Center can provide information on how to navigate municipal and state services, and your rights and obligations in Norway. They can also help you interpret a decision from the Norwegian Directorate of Immigration (UDI), write letters of complaint to NAV and other public agencies, provide information about relevant courses and activities, and much more. Our lawyers can also answer questions about rights and assist in various cases.
