Nasjonalt driftstilskudd til kvensk språk og kvensk/norskfinsk kultur

The grant program supports the establishment and operation of language and cultural centers and Kven newspapers to revitalize and develop the Kven language and promote Kven/Norwegian-Finnish culture. The scheme aims to ensure predictable operational frameworks for these organizations, enabling them to contribute to language and cultural preservation. The program specifically emphasizes promoting Kven language and Kven/Norwegian-Finnish identity among children and young people. Applicants can receive support for daily operations, content production, and core language and cultural activities. Organizations must demonstrate professional operations, long-term goals, sound financial management, and organizational models that ensure continuity independent of individual persons.