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Portfolio for democracy and global development

The portfolio addresses important societal challenges in Norway and the world. We contribute knowledge about how Norway can develop a safe, democratic and well-functioning society that is equipped to handle crises.

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The Portfolio Board for Democracy and Global Development

The portfolio board shall provide strategic advice on research and innovation within Democracy and global development, and decide on the allocation of research funds to achieve the user goals and societal goals set for the portfolio.

The members are:

Einar Jørstad (chair)
Tobias Alfvén
Rebekka Borsch
Ivar Kolstad
Kristin Skare Orgeret
Stig Rune Sellevåg
Ane-Marthe Solheim Skar
Indra de Soysa
Camilla Tenna Nørup Sørensen
Elisabeth Longva

Messages at time of print 6 September 2026, 14:44 CEST

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