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Norwegian Institute for Urban and Regional Research (NIBR)

The institute is a social science research institution, part of Oslo Metropolitan University. Our core competence lies in place and governance studies, nationally and internationally, in selected policy areas.

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Two individuals stand in front of a wooden house holding a large Norwegian flag. The house has three windows and a door visible, with the individuals standing on a small stone pathway leading to the entrance. The background shows some snow and trees.
Ukrainian refugees who stayed with private hosts integrated faster into Norwegian society

A new report from OsloMet reveals that Ukrainian refugees who stayed with private individuals before being formally settled became part of society more quickly. This also enabled municipalities to assist a greater number of refugees.

Child blowing bubbles in a muddy refugee camp, with tents and makeshift shelters in the background under a partly cloudy sky.
The world needs better data on refugees and displaced people

Record-high numbers of refugees create an urgent need for updated, accurate, and comprehensive statistics. – Absolutely crucial for making good policy.

A panoramic view of the sea of people who participated in the support rally for Ukraine in front of the Storting on February 24, 2025
Rising concern for capacity-overload in Norwegian municipalities

“Record-high immigration and new restrictions aimed at making Norway less attractive to people fleeing their countries.” This is how a new OsloMet report summarizes the key developments in the field of immigration.

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Europe move towards more restrictive, selective and temporary refugee policies

Over the past decade, European countries have grown more restrictive in whom they grant protection, and for how long that protection is granted.

People holding big Ukraine flag in demo outside of Russian embassy in Oslo
Seven in ten Norwegians say the war in Ukraine has destroyed Norwegian-Russian relations for generations to come

A new survey reveal strong support for Norway’s Russia policies and broad support for Ukraine.

Overview of urban Bergen.
How do Norway, Sweden and Denmark address urban segregation differently?

The Scandinavian countries have attracted migrants from around the world. While some of the measures they have adopted to combat segregation are similar, policy responses in the three countries also indicate significant divergences.

Report launch: “Governance and policy changes during times of high influxes of protection seekers”

Many have sought protection - how is Europe responding? How have European countries’ asylum-, reception- and integration policies developed during the last decade? And what are the consequences and dilemmas we face now?

View the report launch here

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