A socially sustainable Nordic region

Key takeaways from the societal security event arranged by NordForsk.

Young people with immigrant backgrounds make active choices, are well-informed and have the power and strength to shape their own future despite strong social segregation and religious identity, say researchers.

The Nordic countries have teamed up with Canada and the USA to launch a NordForsk call on the sustainable development of the Arctic. The call is two-stage, and the deadline for pre-proposals is 4 June 2024.

When pandemics strike, politicians should base their preparedness and decisions on mathematical modelling of the spread of infection, according to Nordic researchers. They have identified where the greatest spread of infection occurred during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Norway leads in gender equality in academia within the Nordic region, while Finland lags behind. This is one of the findings from a recently completed Nordic research project, which also provides recommendations on how to promote gender equality.

What does it take for young migrants to succeed in Northern Europe? New research identifies responsibility, trust, and social relationships as crucial elements.

If the Nordic region is to be the most integrated region in the world by 2030, the conventions on taxes, labour market, and social rights should match today's more complicated work and family life, writes Johan Strang.