Marita Sørheim-Rensvik

🇳🇴 is proud to partner with @UNFPA in launching the Global UPR Dashboard on ICPD-related recommendations. The #UPR is a powerful tool for advancing women’s rights, #Genderequality and #SRHR. Looking forward to using this resource to strengthen impact domestically and globally 🌍

Norway is increasing its humanitarian support to civilians affected by the conflict in the Middle East, allocating an additional NOK 25 million to partners. So far, Norway has contributed nearly NOK 70 million to alleviate the crisis in the Middle East. tinyurl.com/mvymzrnb

Thanks to #Tajikistan and #Nepal @pmngeneva for inviting @NorwayAmbUNOG to share Norway’s perspective on global cooperation on glaciers, ahead of #WorldGlacierDay. What happens to our global glaciers is a global problem!

#HRC61: Protection of children must remain at the center of the Council’s work. Serious violations of IHL directly undermine children’s rights to life, safety, education, and dignity. 🇳🇴Norway supports the vital efforts of SRSG CAAC. Full statement: tinyurl.com/bkmruj8k

🇳🇴, on behalf of Safe Schools Declaration endorsing states, reaffirms that the right to education must be realized during armed conflict. With grave violations at unprecedented levels, we urge all States to protect education. Full statement: 👉 tinyurl.com/43bshech

🇳🇴 is deeply concerned about the human rights situation in Palestine and condemns Israel’s expansion of control in the West Bank. Ceasefire must be upheld & safe, unhindered humanitarian access ensured in Gaza. Palestinian ownership key to success and legitimacy of peace plan.

At the opening of #UNHRC61, Minister of Foreign Affairs @EspenBarthEide launched Norway’s candidacy for the UN Human Rights Council, promising to work with all partners to search and reach common ground. 🇳🇴🤝🇺🇳

Soaring nuclear risks threaten us all. Yet history shows progress is possible - even amid rivalry and mistrust. The Conference on Disarmament carries a responsibility to advance nuclear #disarmament, which must remain at the core.

Good meeting with new UN High Commissioner for Refugees, @BarhamSalih. Norway remains a major donor and close policy partner with @Refugees, especially on protection of civilians. Looking forward to a continued partnership 🤝

I appreciate the leadership of Secretary General @antonioguterres for a more efficient and leaner UN, in support of peace, development and human rights. Multilateralism and a global order based on international law must be protected. 🇺🇳🤝🇳🇴

Good discussion with WTO Director General Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala on WTO reform and the coming #MC14. Norway will do our part to achieve a successful result.

Today marks 45 years of the CEDAW Convention guiding global efforts to end discrimination against women and girls. 🇳🇴Norway remains committed to gender equality and the protection of women’s and girls’ rights. #CEDAW45 #GenderEquality

Lihkku beivviin – Lahkoe biejjine – Vuorbbe biejvijn! Today marks the Sámi People’s Day - we celebrate Sámi culture, traditions, history and rights. Norway remains committed to promoting and protecting Indigenous Peoples’ rights at home and globally. 📷 Eilif Aslaksen, NRK

Over 230 million girls & women worldwide have undergone female genital mutilation #FGM violates 🔸the right to health 🔸the right to life & physical integrity 🔸the right to be free from torture & free from gender discrimination Norway supports UNFPA-UNICEF to #EndFGM

In 2025, the WHO verified 1,350 attacks against health services, killing nearly 2,000 patients and health workers. Norway supports the WHO’s "Attacks on Health Care" project in verifying attacks, documenting casualties and protecting healthcare personnel and patients.

Congratulations @BarhamSalih on your appointment as UN High Commissioner for @Refugees!   We look forward to close collaboration with you & your Office. The work of #UNHCR to protect & find solutions for persons forced to flee remains as important as ever.

The courage of humanitarian workers inspires us all. In Geneva, I met with @PKraehenbuehl to discuss the ICRC’s work in Sudan, Gaza and Ukraine — protecting civilians under extreme conditions. Humanitarian principles must stand.

🗣️Minister Aukrust in Geneva: "it is such an important hub for international efforts" 🇺🇳Amid growing pressure on international norms, UN & partners show strong commitment to reform. 🌎 Multilateralism matters - for everyone, everywhere! #UN #Multilateralism #FN

Human rights need strong partnerships. Norway is committed to supporting @UNHumanRights (OHCHR) in their crucial work. Thank you @Volker_Turk for a valuable exchange on advancing this agenda.

Thanks to Save the Children for vital data, and this timely report, to protect kids in armed conflict. Norway will keep this a top priority, but global action is needed.  #StopTheWarOn #ProtectEducationFromAttack