Vision 2030 is that the Nordic Region will become the most sustainable and integrated region in the world by 2030. The co-operation in the Nordic Council of Ministers must serve this purpose.
To achieve our vision, priorities are:
- A green Nordic Region – together, we will promote a green transition of our societies and work towards carbon neutrality and a sustainable circular and bio-based economy.
- A competitive Nordic Region – together, we will promote green growth in the Nordic Region based on knowledge, innovation, mobility and digital integration.
- A socially sustainable Nordic Region – together, we will promote an inclusive, equal and interconnected region with shared values and strengthened cultural exchange and welfare.
Civic AF* contributes directly to the Nordic Council of Ministers’ Vision 2030, which aims to make the Nordic region the most sustainable and integrated in the world by 2030. The programme strengthens young people’s mental well-being and resilience, promotes gender equality and inclusion, and encourages active civic participation. It also builds media literacy and critical thinking skills, helping participants navigate today’s complex digital landscape and resist disinformation.
By bringing together youth from across the Nordic and Baltic countries as well as Ukraine and Belarus, Civic AF* fosters cross-border collaboration and cultural exchange. It creates a long-term community of young changemakers who can carry forward the principles of sustainability, openness, and democratic engagement in their own communities. In this way, Civic AF* not only empowers individuals but also contributes to building a more resilient, inclusive, and connected Nordic-Baltic region.
More information about the Vision 2030 is available here: https://www.norden.org/en/information/nordic-region-will-become-most-sustainable-and-integrated-region-world-0