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For equal opportunities in childhood

Erikshjälpen’s “ interventions ” (Children’s Rights) initiative in Sweden is about ensuring that all children have equal opportunities to grow up—where every child is seen and has the chance to participate in society. We promote children’s rights through Erikshjälpen Framtidsverkstad and Erikshjälpen Ungagerad.

Why equal conditions for growing up are important

It is important to work for equal growing conditions for children in Sweden because all children have the right to a safe and secure childhood where they can develop their full potential and have equal opportunities to achieve their dreams. It is a matter of human rights, that all children should have the same opportunities regardless of their background or socio-economic status. Yet this is not the case in Sweden today. By working to create more equal growing conditions for children in Sweden, we can create a fairer and more equal society where all children have the same opportunities.

We involve children and their families

Many children in Sweden grow up in poverty, exclusion and insecurity. When children grow up in difficult and insecure circumstances, they are more likely to miss out on educational and career opportunities later in life, limiting their potential and chances for a good life.

To create change, we need to involve the children and families affected by these challenges to create change that really makes a difference. In this way, we can empower them and give them the opportunity to influence their situation.

Our Thematic areas

Just as with Erikshjälpen’s international work, all interventions in Sweden are based on our Thematic areas.

How we work for children's rights in Sweden

Through specific platforms and by focusing on community development through local collaboration, we strive to promote children’s rights and their participation in society.
We create platforms that Erikshjälpen Framtidsverkstad allow children and young people to make their voices heard, and we create forums that strengthen the community and enable meaningful leisure activities.
We also engage in advocacy and public awareness efforts to help raise awareness about children’s living conditions and rights.