Languages in the Nordic region

Official, main, minority, and administrative languages in the Nordic region

Sámi languages and dialects

The map shows the traditional catchment areas of the various Sámi languages and the current language situation

Official languages of Finland

By 1 January 2015

Daniel Busk

I hold a bachelor’s degree in economics from Uppsala University, and am now pursuing a master’s in human rights, also in Uppsala. I am passionate about the development of countries and the interaction between countries and regions, which is...

Evaluation of Indicators for the Social and Civic Integration of Migrants

Migrants’ integration into host societies is a complex process involving economic, social, and civic dimensions. Economic integration means migrants achieve similar labor market outcomes as natives. Social integration involves participation in...

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On 15 October, a range of sustainability stakeholders will gather in Stockholm as Nordregio hosts a conference on sustainable lifestyles. Sweden’s Minister for Climate and the Environment, Romina Pourmokhtari, will give the opening speech.

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Lumi Tomren

Urban researcher with a background in architecture and planning studies. I am interested in the dynamics that shape the development of cities, especially themes related to social justice, housing, and the trade-offs involved in urban sustainability...