The government aims to eradicate homelessness. This is an ambitious goal. We therefore want to intensify the efforts in “The pathway to a permanent home” (På vei til egen bolig) strategy.
Homelessness is primarily a problem in cities, but recent surveys show that homelessness is increasing in medium-sized and smaller municipalities too. We need to take this seriously. It can often be more of a challenge when people find themselves in a difficult situation in smaller municipalities. For better or worse, being homeless makes people more conspicuous.
The government is intensifying its efforts to eradicate poverty and homelessness.“The pathway to a permanent home” strategy will continue to be a key instrument, and will be intensified.
This brochure contains information and ideas on implementing the strategy. The brochure was compiled in a collaboration between the Ministry of Labour and Social Inclusion, the Ministry of Health and Care Services, the Ministry of Justice and the Police, the Ministry of Children and Equality, the Ministry of Local Government and Regional Development, the Norwegian State Housing Bank and the Directorate for Health and Social Affairs. The Norwegian State Housing Bank coordinates the work in close collaboration with the Directorate for Health and Social Affairs.