The Ministry of Children and Equality is responsible for multi-sectoral policies directed toward children and youth. The goal of the Norwegian policy is to secure good, safe environment in which children and young people can grow to adulthood. The importance of the programme is to combat marginalization, equalise living standards and promote equal opportunities for children and young people to influence social development. The Ministry comprises five departments and several directorates. The Committee had the opportunity to engage with the Department of Family Affairs and Equality as well as the Ombudsmen for Children and the Ombudsmen for Equality and Anti- Discrimination.