etableringsperioden
Etableringsperioden is a term used in Norwegian policy contexts to describe the initial period after arrival or recognition of status during which a newcomer participates in structured measures to establish themselves in society and the labor market. The concept is closely linked to introduction and integration programs designed to support refugees, as well as other newly arrived residents who receive municipal assistance.
During etableringsperioden, participants typically work with a caseworker to create an individual establishment plan (etableringsplan) that
Participation in the period is usually mandatory for those covered by the relevant programs, with responsibilities
The aim of etableringsperioden is to improve language proficiency, increase employment prospects, and facilitate independent, long-term
Critiques of the approach often focus on the sufficiency of resources, regional variation in opportunities, and