Helseforum for kvinner

Founded in 2000, Helseforum for kvinner is a non-profit organisation based in Oslo, Norway working on health, gender equality, refugees & migration +4 more.

Helseforum for kvinner is a non-profit organisation founded in 2000 in Oslo, Norway. It was started by chronically ill women who were encouraged by doctors to be physically and socially active. The organisation works to strengthen health and quality of life, inclusion, education and employment for women and girls. Its centre at Vulkan 15 in Oslo receives around 500 participants a year, aged 14 to 100, from many countries. Activities include physical training with equipment and in groups, Norwegian language training, guidance and support, and themed days on health and society. It is funded by several donors and Oslo kommune, and works with Nav, healthcare services and other organisations.