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ARENDALSUKA 2025

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Nora and Tim interview Martine of Skattkammeret

Interview by Nora Interview by Lars

EIRIK JOHAN KRISTOFFERSEN GENERAL NORWEGIAN ARMY

Interview by Mehrzad and Tim Interview by Leander and Ingeborg

Interview Jonas Gahr Støre by Kristine Leander and Tim

Interview with Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre by Kristine Interview with Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre by Leander Interview with Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre by...

Mehrandish interviews Axel Moen on biodiversity

Mehrandish interviews Axel Moen, Head of Schools for Arendal Municipality, on biodiversity

Lars interviews Christian Neumann

Christian Neumann discusses his work in poverty alleviation, empowering communities through education and job creation in various countries, and the importance of language and...

Lars interviews Lubna Jaffery Minister of Culture and Equality

Luba Jaffery discusses the importance of young journalists, efforts to engage youth in traditional media, and how young people can participate in decision-making processes...

Mehrzad interviews Marie Antoinette Sedin Palestinian ambassador to Norway and Iceland

Palestinian Ambassador to Norway, Marie Antoinette Sedin, discusses the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, the impact of war on Gaza, and the international community's role in seeking...

Interviews with Bjørn Arild Gram Minister of Defense by Leander, Ingeborg and Mehrzad

ChildPress reporters interview Norway's Minister of Defence, discussing topics ranging from Ukraine's NATO aspirations and Norway's military spending to the country's role in supporting...

Carl Axel Moen on Educational Policies and Inclusive Learning in Arendal

Axel Moen discusses efforts to support students with dyslexia, including new educational policies and the importance of tailored teaching methods in creating inclusive learning...

Empowering Youth Through Safe and Accessible Libraries

ChildPress reporters interview Helene Voldner, Kristin Flo, and Susanne Kaluza at the ChildPress media hub in Arendal Library. Helene Voldner, the chair of the...

Leander and Kristine interview Kari Nessa Nordtun, minister of Education

Leander and Kristine interview Kari Nessa Nordtun, minister of Education

Interview with Andreas Bjelland Eriksen Minister of Climate and Environment

Three interviews with Andreas Bjelland Eriksen Minister of Climate and Environment, by Ingeborg, Mehrzad and Mehrandish.

Mehrzad interviews Ulrik Haagerup of the Constructive Institute Denmark

Explore the future of journalism with Ulrik Haagerup from the Constructive Institute in Denmark, as he discusses how constructive journalism can shape a more...

Tim interviews Ingrid Simonovic, NRK

Tim interviews Ingrid Simonovic project manager for constructive journalism at NRK.

Leander interviews Ordfører i Lillestrøm kommune Kjartan Berland

Leander interviews Kjartan Berland, mayor of Lillestrøm, about education challenges in Norway, focusing on the struggles of able-bodied students and the importance of specialized...

Ingeborg interviews Ordfører i Lillestrøm kommune Kjartan Berland

Ingeborg interviews Kjartan Berland, mayor of Lillestrøm, discussing issues like youth crime, drug use, climate concerns, and school challenges, with a focus on community...

Mehrzad interviews Norges Forsvarsforening

Mehrzad interviews Norges Forsvarsforening on Norway's war readiness, NATO's stance on child soldiers, and potential roles in easing the Israel-Palestine conflict.

Tim interviews Norges Forsvarsforening

Norges Forsvarsforening members discuss the severe impact of the Russia-Ukraine war on children, emphasizing the challenges of ensuring their safety and the obstacles to...

Mehrzad interviews Bård Vegar Solhjell of Norad

Vegar Solhjell from the Norwegian Agency for Development Cooperation discusses Gaza conflict's environmental consequences, including water pollution, land destruction, and challenges to nature recovery...

Mehrzad interviews teacher Christina about handling tensions of Israel-Palestine-conflict in class

In this interview a teacher discusses handling classroom tensions related to the Gaza conflict, emphasizing challenges like budget constraints and emotional impacts on students.

Mehrzad interviews NRK journalist

Exploring the impact of constructive journalism and its significance in covering complex conflicts like Israel-Palestine.

Interview with the Minister of Foreign Affairs Espen Barth Eide by Leander, Mehrzad & Lars

In this video, Norway's foreign policy on Ukraine, Gaza, and children's rights is discussed, highlighting ongoing support and challenges in global humanitarian efforts.

Helene Voldner on libraries as safe places for children

This video with Helene Voldner highlights the crucial role of libraries as safe spaces where children can develop a love for reading and feel...

Susanne Kaluzo on the danger of smart phones

Susanne Kaluzo discusses how smartphones, designed to be addictive, impact our attention spans, reduce reading habits, and ultimately hinder academic and professional success.

Mehrzad interviews former Ambassador Aas

Former Ambassador Kåre Aas discusses the potential impact of U.S. election outcomes on Norway's relations, highlighting the differences between Trump and Harris regarding foreign...

Susanne Kaluza at We love the library-meeting

Susanne Kaluza, Manager of Litteraturhuset Foundation, argues that investing in reading and culture is essential, even during conflict, for democracy and society's survival.

Kristine interviews Arne on Arendal and children

Arne highlights Arendal's support for children through sports and music, while expressing concerns about screen time and urging more active adult involvement.

Arendalsuka Opening by Mayor Robert Nordli

Mayor Robert Nordli opens Arendalsuka, thanking contributors, emphasizing learning and debate, and acknowledging the essential roles of sponsors and the organizing team.

Kristin Flo, director of Arendal Library

Kristin Flo discusses how Arendal Library is a safe space for children, emphasizing activities, outreach, and the popular "Sommerles" program.

ARENDALSUKA 2023

Spring in Arendal

Content herehttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SnhIb2hMjs8 

17 In the days that follow, Leander engages in conversations with numerous local politicians, and each one pledges to support his cause.

“NRK Sheds Spotlight on Gifted Children's Cause: Leander and County Mayor Take on Education Legislation" Norway's national broadcaster, NRK, brings Leander's cause to the forefront....

16 Leander’s Inspiring Meeting with County Mayor Sparks a Path to Legal Change

After school, Leander eagerly arrives at the office where he is scheduled to meet County Mayor Arne Thomassen, a highly popular and experienced politician...

15 Leander’s Advocacy Gains Momentum

After the meeting with Erna, things start to pick up momentum. A new meeting is scheduled, this time with County Mayor Arne Thomassen. Now,...

14 Leander’s Exclusive Meeting with Former Prime Minister Erna Solberg

Leander has secured a private meeting with none other than Erna Solberg, with an hour allotted for their conversation. Leander stands there, brimming with anticipation,...

13 Leander Gains Political Support as Mayoral Candidate Promises Action

Leander encounters an enthusiastic politician, Inger Brokka De Reuiter, who is the mayoral candidate for SV (Socialist Left Party) in Arendal. She has been...

12. FRIDAY

Friday is here, and we eagerly gather for the Super News debate, a debate for children featuring all the party leaders. We meet a range...

11. Leander’s Busy Morning: A Chat with the Minister of Education Before His First Day of Middle School

Leander is starting middle school today, at the tender age of 10! Therefore, he has to meet Minister of Education Brenna over FaceTime on...

10. Progress on Leander’s Advocacy Journey: Meeting with Former Prime Minister Erna Solberg in the Works!

Following the meeting with Aasheim, mayoral candidate for Arendal Høyre, Linda Øygaarden, reaches out. She has brought Leander's case to the highest echelons within...

9. Henrik Aasheim and Mathilde Tybring Gjedde

The Meeting with Svein Harberg opened doors for Leander to be heard. We decide that Henrik Aasheim is the right path to pursue now....

8. Svein Harberg

We manage to connect with Svein Harberg, Vice President of the Parliament, who also has several years of experience as the Mayor of Grimstad,...

6. Leander’s Quest to Be Heard by the Adults

The day is still young, and our journey continues: We have a scheduled meeting with TV 2 and Elevkanalen, where we meet Fiona Sand right...

Fun time!

As the evening draws near, we gather for a meal at a restaurant, joining several other members of the ChildPress team. Leander is eager...

4. Leander and Amalie’s Viral Interview with Norway’s Chief of Defense at Ukraine Event

We took a brief break from our project to attend the "Ukraine: The Road out of War" event. Here, Leander and Amalie had the...

3. Former Minister’s Encounter with Leander Highlights Urgent Issues in Education

We commence our search for potential allies and receive a tip that former Minister of Education, Jan Tore Sanner, will be at Sam Eydes...

2. We are meeting the mayoral candidates for a debate at the Library, organized by ChildPress

Leander introduces his thoughts to Arendal's mayoral candidates. During this exchange, certain ideas come to life among the politicians, and they realize that they need...

1. Introduction

Leander has committed himself as a journalist for ChildPress for the second consecutive year. He is what we commonly refer to as gifted, possessing...

Youth Participation

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ARENDALSUKA 2022

Iranske forening

https://vimeo.com/742189493

Olaug Vervik Bollestad KrF

https://vimeo.com/742189116

Venstres partileder

https://vimeo.com/742188036

Jonas Gahr Støre

https://vimeo.com/742188676

Childpress intervjuer ordfører Robert Norli

https://vimeo.com/739971251

Intervjue med FRP – Amalie og Leander

https://vimeo.com/739908574

SV – Leander og Amalie

https://vimeo.com/739908467

Leander intervjuer Anniken Huitfeldt

https://vimeo.com/739911100

Partenerskap mot mobbing av Kaisa

https://vimeo.com/739625594

Anniken Huitfeldt (Ap) by Leander og Amalie

https://vimeo.com/739669060

Hedda intervjuer Ine Marie Søreide Eriksen

https://vimeo.com/739657591

ARENDALSUKA 2022

Iranske forening

https://vimeo.com/742189493

Olaug Vervik Bollestad KrF

https://vimeo.com/742189116

Venstres partileder

https://vimeo.com/742188036

Jonas Gahr Støre

https://vimeo.com/742188676

Childpress intervjuer ordfører Robert Norli

https://vimeo.com/739971251

Intervjue med FRP – Amalie og Leander

https://vimeo.com/739908574

SV – Leander og Amalie

https://vimeo.com/739908467

Leander intervjuer Anniken Huitfeldt

https://vimeo.com/739911100

Partenerskap mot mobbing av Kaisa

https://vimeo.com/739625594

Anniken Huitfeldt (Ap) by Leander og Amalie

https://vimeo.com/739669060

Hedda intervjuer Ine Marie Søreide Eriksen

https://vimeo.com/739657591