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Paris Peace Forum awards us a Special Mention
We are really proud to have been awarded a Special Mention at the Paris Peace Forum. It is our Safe Digital City project which has received the Special Mention for our work of mapping the online hate in the cities of Malmö, Aalborg and Kristiansand. “Receiving this acknowledgement from the...
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Here are the winners of the Nordic Pioneer Prize 2022
A social critic and artist advocating for more equality for all, a media entrepreneur bringing forward the voices of youth, an ‘intersectional feminist’ with strong debating skills and a ‘local hero’ who mobilizes youth – these are the winners of this year’s Nordic Pioneer Prize. The future belongs to the...
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Former Minister Karen Hækkerup appointed Chairwoman of the Board
The former danish social and integrations’ minister Karen Hækkerup will replace Magnus Ranstorp as the chair of the board of Nordic Safe Cities. Karen Hækkerup is the new chairwoman of the board of Nordic Safe Cities. 48 year old Hækkerup replaces Magnus Ranstorp, who will continue as vice chairman. Hækkerup...
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10 Nordic youths shortlisted for winning the Nordic Pioneer Prize 2022
Ten youths from across the Nordics have stood out from dozens of other applicants for this year’s Pioneer Prize for having showed impressive devotion to enhance the cohesion in their local community and create safer and more inclusive societies. The ten youths, who are no older than 25 years, are...
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Press release: These are the 10 projects of Trygg By Norge
As part of Trygg By Norge ten projects aim to enhance both the understanding and the appreciation of democratic values across Norway. The projects are funded by The Gjensidige Foundation. Trygg By Norge opens a new chapter today with the announcement of ten different projects across nine Norwegian cities. The...
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Press release: Aalborg tackles digital hate with TrygFonden and Nordic Safe Cities
Original press release In recent years, the Danes’ digital and physical life and everyday have merged more, and with this, many of our democratic conversations also move online and onto social media. In here, the tone and debate are often harsh, and in recent years, we have witnessed hatred, racism and extreme...
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