What the Young Victims at Utøya Believed In

What did the young victims murdered at Utøya believe in?

For many families, this was a dream camp for their children, turned into a hell by admitted terrorist Anders Behring Breivik. My thoughts are with them as they rebuild towards a brighter future.

According to the camp's website:

Politics

We based our fundamental outlook on the democratic socialism. Our vision is that individuals together to create a free and just society, where ecology is in front of the economy, and human values ahead of material prosperity.

Our core values are:

Freedom for all people.
Justice in a society where everyone has equal opportunities.
Solidarity in a society where people take responsibility for each other.
Participation in a society where everyone is involved in creating the future.
Respect for nature and a society in harmony with nature's carrying capacity.

On these pages you will find a presentation of our main issues, in addition to statements, manifestos and political programs.

Work and education

We want the youth to have a secure job, and we work closely with trade unions to ensure workers' rights. We want a free and diverse public school where students experience both the mastery and challenges .... Read more ...

International

AUF fighting for new and more equitable world. We will increase funding, introduce solidarity trade agreements and to give poor countries more influence. Read more ...

Equality and Inclusion

AUF fighting for a society where you can be yourself, no matter what your name is, who you are, where you live, what you believe or who you love. We fight for gender equality, and against all forms of racism. Read more ...

Environment

Norway to be a leader in environmental policy. In order that future generations will have access to a good environment and a clean environment, the concern for the environment come first. Read more ...

Summer Camp at Utøya

Every summer, gather youth from across the country on Utøya to have social, swimming, learning about politics, check and much more. This year's summer camp offers highlights such as Gro Harlem Brundtland, Jens Stoltenberg, Jonas Gahr-Store, stand-up with Terje Sporsem, Datarock and other concerts, and everything that makes Utøya for this summer's best adventure!

Political yard

Throughout the week is different people with lots of experience in politics to talk about various topics. So are you interested in inclusion issues, gender equality, environment, education policy or international affairs - or just interested in learning how to become a good speaker and debater, then Utøya the right place for you.

Football and volleyball tournament

Like sports are also Utøya place for you. Here are fighting the counties against each other for the large gold medal in soccer and volleyball court. The biggest is still the glory that counties can take home with them when they win tournaments.

Love Trail

Dagbladet has previously voted Utøya to the best check site for young people. Here you will meet other young people from all over Norway and disco, concerts, speed-dating, and even a kjærlighetssti. Here many a AUFer found his great love!